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Repairs to sandbag seawall An independent voice for the community We are the only locally owned and operated community newspaper on the Mornington Peninsula. We are dedicated to the belief that a strong community newspaper is essential to a strong community. We exist to serve residents, community groups and businesses and ask for their support in return.
REPAIRS are being made to the sandbag seawall installed to stop erosion at Portsea front beach in 2010. “The seawall was first installed in 2010 and since then has helped protect the foreshore against storm surge, waves, tides and wind,” the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning’s Port Phillip regional director, Kelly Crosthwaite, said.
“The outer layer of the of the wall is in poor condition, with wear and tear resulting in damage to several areas. Because of the way the sandbag seawall is constructed, the repairs required are extensive and involve replacing most of the existing wall.” Ms Crosthwaite said the repairs could take “up to three months” and could not be safely and effectively
made over winter. “Major repairs will likely be carried out in spring and completed in time for summer,” she said. “We are continuing to work closely with the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council to investigate potential longterm options to restore Portsea front beach.” Picture: Yanni
You are invited The Pillars Community Meeting ‘A high performing provider of education on the Mornington Peninsula’ As the highest performing secondary school on the Mornington Peninsula, Dromana College will continue to work tirelessly to develop and consolidate the many exemplary educational programs on offer. With outstanding facilities, a committed professional staff and a caring school community, students are challenged to explore their interests and talents to achieve their personal best.
Open Night Tuesday 30 April 2019 at 6.00pm LEAP 2020 Testing – Saturday 11 May 2019 - 9.00am at the College.
All applicants are required to register their details, for the testing by 6 May 2019. No late applications will be accepted. All information is on the DSC website under ‘Curriculum’.
Mornington Peninsula Shire invites local residents to attend a community meeting regarding The Pillars on Wednesday 10 April in Mornington.
Event Details
At the meeting you will be able to hear about the measures undertaken over the 2018/19 summer period and provide feedback about your experiences about The Pillars during summer peak period.
Council Chamber Mornington Peninsula Shire Office 2 Queen Street, Mornington
Council continues to work hard to protect the safety of people and the amenity of the area for our residents. We look forward to meeting with the community to hear your concerns and to discuss the management of issues relating to usage of the site
‘Lessons come from the journey…not the destination’ Tours available Tuesday mornings at 9:30am. Please phone 03 5987 2805 for bookings.
110 Harrisons Road, Dromana, Victoria 3936 Entry via Old White Hill Road
T: 03 5987 2805 E: dromana.sc@edumail.vic.gov.au W: www.dsc.vic.edu.au
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Southern Peninsula News 27 March 2019
For more information:
mornpen.vic.gov.au/thepillars
Wednesday 10 April 2019 5:30pm – 6:30pm
Assist us by reporting issues on our simple online reporting form if you spot an issue around The Pillars at mornpen.vic.gov.au/thepillars
Council continues to work closely with the State Government, Victoria Police, VicRoads, other Stakeholders and the community.