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■ Mornington MLA Chris C rewther says that crime noting that crime in Frankston City has risen by 16 per cent. “Every day the ban [on machetes] is delayed puts the lives of Frankston city and surrounds residents at risk,” Mr crewther told the Legislative Assembly. His request was refusecd to have the Parliament call on the Labor Government to immediately bring forward the machete ban rather than waiting until September. South-Eastern Metropolitan MLC AnnMarie Hermans said: “In light of a recent vicious and terrifying attempted carjacking attack on a 29-year-old female at a Princes Highway service station in Dandenong, where the victim was confronted by three men who subsequently attacked her with a machete, Minister, what steps are being taken to upgrade policing amid safety concerns in Dandenong? With countless stories of crime and assaults in the SouthEastern Metropolitan Region, what steps are also being taken to upgrade policing?”
‘CONNECTORS’ HELP 3000 NEEDY PEOPLE
■ South-Eastern Metropolitan MLC Rachel Payne says that 3000 people have been assisted by the ‘Community Connectors’ program. “I recently had the pleasure of visiting South East Community Links in Dandenong where I met with CEO Peter McNamara and some of SECL’s incredible staff and volunteers who support our community. “For decades SECL has been a lifeline for people across the south-east. In the past year alone they have supported over 27,000 people and families facing challenges like financial hardship, family violence and social isolation. “Peter spoke about the importance of multidisciplinary place-based services. SECL’s philosophy of getting amongst the people means meeting people where they are, sometimes quite literally. “A great example of this approach is their Community Connectors program at Frankston and Dandenong train stations, which provides on-the-ground support to people facing mental health issues, substance misuse, poverty and
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● Rachel Payne MLC housing insecurity. In just one year Community Connectors supported more than 3000 people, connecting them to emergency relief, youth housing, financial counselling and local services. “By embracing key community hubs, the program has eased pressure on local police and engaged people who may not otherwise seek help. I want to thank Peter and the SECL team for their dedication and innovative approach to meeting the ever-changing needs of our community.”
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Land sells out in 24 hours ● ‘Starling’ estate at Officer ■ Promoters of the ‘Starling’ development at Officer say that the first land release sold out in less than 24 hours. Stockland says the sell-out response highlights the appeal of thoughtfully planned communities like Starling, particularly among first homebuyers and young families seeking affordability and lifestyle. A second stage of residential lots was set to launch last Saturday (June 7). Stockland Starling will offeri 281 residential lots across more than 14 hectares. Residents will enjoy convenient access to nearby schools, shops, parks and public transport. The suburb of Officer has been earmarked by theState Government for major infrastructure upgrades and job precincts, with significant investment in new roads and public transport. The Officer South State Significant Industrial Precinct is expected to support more than 20,000 jobs. The area’s population is projected to more than double by 2031. Among the first to secure land in Stockland’s initial release at Starling were Sajith and Mihirika Satharasinghe. The couple currently live in the nearby Stockland Minta community and were looking to upgrade to a more spacious home to accommodate their growing family. With their children set to attend a nearby school, they say the move to Starling was a natural next step. “The opportunity to purchase land in the very first release at Starling gave us the opportunity to buy in a location that meets all our needs - and at an affordable price, something that we couldn’t find anywhere else,” Sajith said. “Moving from Minta to Starling feels like a natural progression for us. We’ll be close to the amenities that are important to us like public transport and our children's school. "Officer’s central location and proximity to major roads also means we’ll be able to stay connected to our family and friends right across Melbourne’s South-East and beyond,” Sajith said. The community adds to Stockland’s portfolio of established communities in Melbourne’s South-East.
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