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Relay for hope The 2025 Cancer Council Relay for Life went ahead in high spirits despite the rain, with more than 550 participants raising over $121,000 for cancer research and support. Among them was Casey Woman of the Year 2024 Jodie Hollis for her charity Cancer Support Angels based in Cranbourne. The event at Casey Fields on 25-26 October brought together community members to celebrate survivors, honour loved ones lost, and support those affected by cancer. More on the story, page 13 (Picture: Rob Carew: 510675)
Backlash grows Residents are raising strong objections to the proposed $43 million redevelopment of the former Cranbourne Golf Course, citing traffic congestion, loss of green space, infrastructure strain, and landfill odour risks. Browns Property Group proposes to subdivide the northern portion of the course as part of the first stage of a comprehensive redevelopment for a new urban community of about 500 lots.
According to the Group’s vision, the entire land is expected to deliver 1,140 lots, at a density of 16.3 lots per net developable hectare. Critics say the site’s proximity, 1.25 to 1.3 kilometres to the Hallam Road Landfill, makes it inappropriate for higher-density housing. While the developer’s risk assessment found the odour risk “low,” residents and the Casey Residents and Ratepayers Association (CRRA) argue
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the findings lack independent verification. CRRA vice president Anthony Tassone warned that high-density housing without transparent, peer-reviewed evidence could expose residents to health risks. Other concerns include inadequate traffic planning, insufficient open space, and pressure on local schools and services.
Casey Council confirmed the public notice period remains open until 10 November, after which a Planning Consultation Meeting will be held to address objections. Councillors Kim Ross and Mayor Stefan Koomen both encouraged residents to submit feedback via the council’s website.
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