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High tea with a purpose Cranbourne West Community Hub and Cranbourne West Secondary College raised $2,257 for the Cancer Council during a Biggest Morning Tea event. With more than 120 attendees, the event saw students take the lead — catering, contacting local businesses, and securing auction donations. Story page 13
Anne made some of the scones for the Biggest Morning Tea at the Cranbourne West Community Hub. (Stewart Chambers: 478965)
Parking concerns Parking has emerged as a key issue in community feedback on the proposed Cranbourne Hub, set for Council’s Lyall Street carpark. A recent engagement report revealed concerns that the planned 27 onsite car spaces, subject to design changes, and nearby parking won’t meet demand. The Casey Residents and Ratepayers Association warned that the reduced parking would im-
pact small businesses on High Street. While Council acknowledged a net reduction in parking, it said the location near public transport and within 400 metres of other parking options justified the plan. However, some councillors disagreed, which led to a debate at the May Council Meeting. Cr Michelle Crowther opposed the Lyall Street location, citing the parking concerns. She noted that 80 per
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cent of survey respondents during the community consultations said they would drive to the proposed hub and that residents from Southern Casey lacked transport alternatives. Cr Gary Rowe, who agreed with the Lyall Street location, requested a report in 2026 detailing the outcome and recommendations for additional capital investment arising from an investigation of pedestrian connectivity, parking, and any other
amenity upgrades that will support accessibility in proximity to the proposed hub. Despite concerns over parking, cost and location, the proposed $40 million hub received principal endorsement to proceed. Design adjustments may be made based on community feedback. Story page 4
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