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Art depicts fire drama A MURAL depicting the firefighting water tank at Main Ridge was unveiled by members of the Dromana & District Historical Society last week. It was painted by artist Michael Leeworthy, pictured, with help from students at Red Hill Consolidated School. The mural is on Arthurs Seat Road, near Bellingham Road, Main Ridge. At the unveiling are, from left, Main Ridge CFA president Graeme Flockart, Red Hill CFA firefighter Barry Johns, Mornington Peninsula Shire mayor David Gill and artist Michael Leeworthy. Picture: Gary Sissons
Bid to end single use of plastics SLOWLY but surely, single use plastic is being phased out on the Mornington Peninsula. In what’s being called a “fitting nod to the end of plastic free July”, Mornington Peninsula Shire Council last week committed to reducing single use plastics and set itself the goal of eliminating their use in council-controlled environments. The mayor Cr David Gill said the policy would impact council events, the use of council land and facilities and shire business, such as tenders, leases and contracts. “As a council we’re acting on the concerns of our community by raising this important environmental issue,” he said. “A new policy will bring environmental aware-
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ness and accountability across shire business and public activity. “The shire must show that its reliance on plastics is being tackled and lead the way in using alternatives that help our community learn about waste reduction best practice.” Cr Bev Colomb, who pushed for the ban at the 23 July council meeting, said residents supported it. “Our community have been strong advocates for the elimination of single use plastics across the peninsula and council is supporting this with real action. “This is not an issue we can wait on: we must act now to protect our precious environment.”
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An events policy adopted in June encourages all organisers to ensure events are conducted sustainably with no detrimental impact on the environment or amenity of an area. The state government will introduce a ban on lightweight plastic shopping bags from 1 November. Stephen Taylor
Food for thought FANCY sharing a bowl of soup at the Salvation Army’s temporary soup kitchen at Rosebud? The Salvation Army and Mornington Peninsula Housing Network are putting on the event
“in recognition of those doing it tough” during Homeless Persons Week. It’s at The Salvation Army, Rosebud West (corner Melaleuca Avenue and Eastbourne Road), at 5.45pm, Wednesday 7 August. Participants are encouraged to bring along colleagues, friends and family to “raise awareness and share stories of the challenges that people experiencing homelessness face”. The evening will include a selection of homemade soups, desserts, tea and coffee, auction and panel of speakers. RSVP by Thursday 1 August to Colm or Sharon at SalvoCare Eastern, 5986 0000 Gold coin donation.
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