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BIG BOOST FOR ALBION QUARTER ■ The State Government has commenced planning work to transform a former industrial area at Albion, near Sunshine, into a bustling community with more housing, jobs and services. The Albion Quarter is a key area in the Sunshine Precinct, which has been identified in the Government’s Housing Statement as a priority precinct for development into affordable housing and jobs close to public transport. The area includes the upgraded Albion Station extending to the four quarters either side of the railway station and north of Ballarat Rd, and within the suburbs of Albion, Sunshine North and Sunshine. The Government has commenced work on a Structure Plan that will identify local infrastructure needed to improve the amenity and accessibility of the area and make it an attractive place for investment and liveability. With Albion Station to be connected to the Metro Tunnel, the current and future Albion community will benefit from improved access, connectivity, and frequency of services when it opens in 2025. People can find out more about the future of the Albion Quarter and have their say at community engagement pop-ups: ■ Victoria University, Sunshine Campus, Wednesday, June 12, 11am-1pm ■ Albion Station, Tuesday, July 23, 7am-9am Colin Brooks, Minister for Precincts, said: “Planning is underway to transform the Albion Quarter into an area where people can live close to where they work, and we are calling on the local community and industry to have their say.” Natalie Suleyman, Member for St Albans, said: “With great connections to Sunshine Hos-
● Natalie Suleyman MLA pital, Joan Kirner Women’s and Children’s Hospital, transport and education, our area holds significant opportunities for more housing and jobs. Now you can have your say on our future.” Sarah Connolly, Member for Laverton, said: “We’re transforming a former industrial area into a bustling community with more housing, jobs and services – the Albion Quarter will be a magnet for investment.” Ingrid Stitt, Member for Western Metropolitan Region, said: “Thanks to our record investments in infrastructure the west is booming, with even better transport connections on the way for Albion when the new Metro Tunnel opens, making it a perfect location for more jobs and housing.”
Hume offers grants ■ Hume City’s community groups and clubs looking to create or enhance participations opportunities are encouraged to access its Community Grants Program. “Resilience, connection and the inclusion of all in our diverse community are some of the key drivers that keep any local community active and thriving,” said a Council representative. “Every year Council aims to support innovative ways we can support locals to be engaged, feel included, and connect with other locals by funding engaging initiatives through our Community Grants Program. “With plenty of time left in this year’s Community Grants application process for locals to make an idea a reality, we’re
● Cr Naim Kurt, City of Hume Mayor
asking not-for-profits, community groups and individuals to get creative and apply to have us support an activity or event that will strengthen our community. Initiatives supported for funding in the 2024 Community Grants program include: ■ Toy Libraries Australia ■ CareWorks Sunranges ■ Westmeadows Football Club. Hume City Mayor, Cr Naim Kurt, said: “Hume City’s volunteers and not-for-profits are the heart and soul of our community. “Each year, Hume City Council provides over half a million dollars in grants to help these groups meet the diverse needs of our community,” Cr Kurt said.
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