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Puffing to beat Billy Runners are again pounding the pavement, in preparation for one of the oldest and most popular events on the Australian running calendar. Registrations have opened for the Great Train Race in 2017. Among the highlights this year will be Tarli Bird, who is aiming to make history by become the first entrant to win three in a row. See full story on page 6. Pictured is former winner (2014 and 2016) Craig Appleby with driver Gavin Clark. 165821 Picture: ROB CAREW
Please consider Yarra Ranges Councillor Mike Clarke is calling on hills residents to consider the visual impact of a proposed development on the iconic New Belgrave Motors site. Though supportive of the three-storey low, two-storey high development, Cr Clarke is concerned the architect’s designs for the major development are not in sympathy with the existing Belgrave streetscape. The building stretches 120m along Monbulk Road and is set to include a supermarket, childcare centre, shops, offices and a two-level parking station. Though Cr Clarke believes more could be done to improve the site for
litano, from Pulitano Properties, has submitted the application, with the estimated cost around $22 million. New Belgrave Motors is planning to relocate to another site, announcing on their Facebook page on 7 September last year they would shift to a new workshop in Tecoma. Cr Clarke said he had spoken at length with the developer, Mr Pulitano, during which he expressed his desire to see accommodation included. “There are many easily accessible bed and breakfast accommodation spots in the area, but they can be quite expensive,� he said. “I believe backpacker accommodation would be a great asset for the region.
“However, Joe has maintained it wouldn’t be financially viable.� Cr Clarke believes there is adequate space for such a development, given the size and depth of the block. Meanwhile, there have been additional concerns raised through social media sites, including Facebook. The issues have ranged from traffic, to the overall size the building. Mr Pulitano and his son are expected to present their plans to the public at the meeting, with attendees to be given a chance to provide feedback. The meeting will be held at 10am in the Belgrave Library on Saturday 18 March. The application YR-2017-30 is now
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