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Sunbury art set to shine Almost 300 pieces of artwork will be showcased in the Sunbury Art Society’s 37th annual show, scheduled for May 4 to May 11. The show will be open from 10am to 4pm at the historic Boilerhouse Gallery, Jacksons Hill, with the opening night to take place on May 3 at 7.30pm. Tickets are $15 for the opening night, with free entry on the following days. Society vice president Yvonne Bradford encouraged everyone to visit the exhibition, and meet the artists on the opening night. “It will be a great opportunity to meet the talented team of artists in person, enjoy an evening of food and drink and view award winning artworks,” she said. “It promises to be an extraordinary exhibition. Whatever your cup of tea, the show has a little bit of something for everyone.” Some of the participating artists in the show include; Marina Zakryszka, Yvonne Bradford, Linden Bresaz, Christine Weisz and Susan Sette. Sunbury Art Society is a not-for-profit organisation, and said it welcomes new members at all levels from beginners to professional artists. Anyone interested is encouraged to get in touch about joining the group. Opening night tickets: 0407 062 568. Sunbury Art Society members: Marina Zakryszka, Yvonne Bradford, Linden Bresaz, Christine Weisz and Susan Sette. (Damjan Janevski) 399513_04
Locals do-nut want it By Zoe Moffatt Bulla residents are objecting to a proposed donut store on Bulla Road, saying the location fails to consider critical requirements of CFA emergency vehicles. The estimated $1.1 million dollar development at 94A Bulla Road seeks to use and develop multiple warehouses with a drivethrough food and drink premises, which Star Weekly understands is a donut store, with signage and a reduction in car parking. Hume council issued a notice of decision to grant this permit on March 22, with food and
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This is a significant and real risk with serious consequences - Lauren
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drink operational hours between 5am to 6pm on weekdays and 5am to 6pm on weekends, without prior written consent of the responsible authority. Local resident Lauren, who does not want her last name published, submitted an objection to Hume council in relation to the application.
She said the application threatens timely emergency vehicle access, is not inline with the community’s infrastructure or heritage and does not provide tangible benefits. “The proposed development, with its limited access via Green Street, poses a significant obstacle to timely response by emergency services,” Lauren said. “The unsealed shoulders, open stormwater drains, and old trees lining Green Street directly opposite the proposed two-way driveway further impede access and restrict the traffic’s ability to… make room for emergency vehicles.
“The application predicts that 76 extra vehicles are expected on Green Street during 7am to 8am each weekday morning. “This is a significant and real risk with serious consequences, on a road that cannot handle the proposed traffic increase.” In regards to Bulla’s heritage, Lauren said the proposed construction would mar the aesthetics and charm of the historic precinct. “With no dine-in area or gathering space, this facility is unlikely to foster a sense of community.” ■ Continued: Page 7.
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