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■ Darebin Council has appointed a Project Manager for the Merri Common initiative, Northcote MLA Kat Theophanous told State Parliament last week. “Residents living in the area around Merri train station have long advocated for improvements to the Merri Common, an important local reserve in our busy urban suburbs,” Ms Theophanous said. “We were thrilled when the Labor Government committed $1.5 million for the design and delivery of upgrades to this space. “Since then it has been a long road through the bureaucracy of Metro, VicTrack and Darebin Council, but I am excited to inform residents that we are getting closer, with Darebin Council having agreed to appoint a project manager and begin early preparations for community consultation. “Excitingly the funding envelope has allowed us to expand the scope of the project to Peters Reserve nearby, which has a much-loved kids playground. “Just a few weeks back my family joined in celebrating 20 years since locals rallied together to save Peters Reserve from being sold by the Council, an outstanding example of community advocacy. Residents will welcome knowing next steps on the $1.5 million commitment to improve these vital open spaces,” Ms Theophanous said.
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Salute to Paralympian Jaryd
■ Eltham MLA Vicki Ward has publicly saluted local Paralympian, Jaryd Cifford. “I met Paralympian Jaryd Clifford when he was a teenager was at St Helena Secondary College and training down at Willinda Park,” Ms Ward told Parliamentlast week. “I have been lucky enough to get to know him in the years since, and it has been such a privilege to see him grow and strengthen as an athlete and as a sportsman. “Now a three-time Paralympian, Jaryd has won world championships and smashed world records. We watched Jaryd compete again
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at the Paralympics, running in the 1500-metre and the 5000metre events in Paris, and he ran like the champion he is – with all of his heart. “He showed the world what a true champion and leader he is. We felt his profound disappointment in missing bronze by a hundredth of a second. “When he was ruled out of a medal in a split second, we saw the release of the hold of his bind with his guide as they crossed the finish line. “Jaryd, we are so proud of you. You are a true champion, Ms Ward told the Legislative Assembly.
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