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Two-for-one deal one that has funded numerous regional projects, such as playground equipment for Lilydale Lake. The Town Centre project is set to cost around $1.74 million. Cr Len Cox acknowledged the state funds would free up council money, which could be used for additional projects. Meanwhile, Yarra Ranges Arts, Culture and Heritage manager Greg Box said the finished work would be something special. He said the designs had been completed by renowned Bendigo artist Anton Hassell. “There will be bronze work and (an emphasis on) sound ... and resonance,� he said. “Here, he’s gone for a very subtle approach to sound ... we’re also looking at ways to have more creative elements on the inside of the building.� Mr Box would not rule out an open invitation for further artworks, which would be featured inside the building. Meanwhile, Major Projects executive officer Julie Scott assured the public much of the present architecture would remain untouched. Also staying put will be the ‘climbing tree’ and the car park area, which is a public space that regularly hosts community markets.
Cr Len Cox with Deputy Premier James Merlino after the funding announcement at Montrose. 152240 Picture: PETER DOUGLAS
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MOUNT Evelyn emerging talent Alex Brisbane-Flynn has been rewarded for a stellar 2015'16 season, taking out the Yarra Valley Cricket Association’s top junior award, the Keith Thompson Medal. Brisbane-Flynn has looked at home across all competitions in which he’s competed, including the senior DJ Strachan Shield. In addition, he won the Under 16s batting aggregate, scored an unbeaten century for the Mount Evelyn Second XI and starred on the representative stage. Mount Evelyn Cricket Club is extremely pleased with his successes and expects he will quickly become a mainstay in senior ranks. Pictured is medal winner, Alex Picture: ROB CAREW Brisbane-Flynn. 152216
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MONTROSE will soon be better equipped to face challenges around a predicted population growth within the township. In a case of two becoming one, the adjacent library and community buildings at the much-loved Town Centre facility will be joined via a new atrium and entrance, thanks to the announcement of almost $1 million in Victorian Government funding. Monbulk MP James Merlino and Yarra Ranges councillor Len Cox were among a host of dignitaries to attend the official announcement on Wednesday 30 March. The project is expected to move quickly, with the design already out to tender until Thursday 14 April this year. Mr Merlino said the work would be invaluable as the township moved forward. “This is a loved facility but underutilised (and) having separate buildings impact on that,� Mr Merlino said. “Residents will have access to many services under the one roof, including maternal child health services and cultural activities. “I’ve been here to a few events and they’ve been just fantastic. “Well done to the council, these are projects that are ready to go.� Part of the design not only makes it functionally one building, but also includes improvements to disability access, such as upgrades to toilets and baby change-tables. Much of the artwork is already confirmed, which will include bronze work at the entranceway. The $809,000 in State Government funds have come from the Interface Growth Fund (IGF), which Mr Merlino described as an “awesome� funding stream and
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