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Full DIsclosure – Party Membership
Not much of a graphic designer but you know where I’m going with this. For people in local groups spreading misinformation regarding independent candidates “party” membership – I appreciate life with two digit IQ must be tough BUT please phone the HQ to confirm I haven’t renewed since 2020. Having grown up under oppressive, murderous…
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A for Advocacy, S for Safety and T for Teamwork – new signage for dangerous intersection
I’m pleased to report that myself and Georgia Erevnidis, an Independent candidate for Wattle Ward have escalated your concerns regarding pedestrian safety on the dangerous intersection of Warrigal Road, Voltri Street and Oak Avenue to the Minister and DTP. “Enclosed is a letter from Minister for Transport – direct result of our advocacy efforts DTP…
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SES Funding Policy
Currently, government funding covers the operating expenses for SES units including fuel, electricity, rent and day-to-day costs, however local volunteers are left to fundraise to maintain equipment, facilities, and replace aging vehicles, which is unsustainable. The SES receives no recurring funding and yet a significant amount of emergency services rely on SES in some shape…
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Our vision for safer Kingston
It is no secret that Kingston and Bayside are experiencing unprecedented increase in crime, aggravated burglaries and carjackings. I am not going to mice my words: It’s never been that bad. We all know it is no longer safe to sleep in your own bed, walk the dog, do grocery shopping or heaven forbid, be…
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Why our Ward is called Chicquita?
This name honors the connection between our city and the horse racing industry. Champion mare, Chicquita was Mentone owned and trained and now a park, a circuit and our entire ward named after her! Beleive it or not, we even met a lady who’s brother was Chicquita’s trainer while door knocking last week! Fun fact: in…
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Another week of absolute chaos in Victoria
Last week saw violent protests on the streets of Melbourne which should have no place in Victoria. The protests put Victoria Police officers at great risk of harm and also put members of the public at risk of harm. Some police have been spat at by protesters, whilst other officers have been sprayed with a…
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Labor’s 7.5% Holiday and Tourism Tax on Victorians
Victoria’s new “Airbnb tax” only benefits Airbnb, and once again unit owners lose out. Let’s not mince words here – the new tax does nothing to curb the popularity of Airbnb, nor does it do anything to improve the liveability of neighbours and owners’ corporations (OCs) that have a desperate problem with the noise and…
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Victorians pay for Labor’s mismanaged SRL
Last week Victorians witnessed more chaos across Labor’s major projects as the Metro Tunnel faces delays and further cost blowouts, while it was revealed a suburban train station platform was built too short for newer trains. This comes amidst ongoing unrest within the Allan Labor Government over the Suburban Rail Loop, with pressure mounting to shelve the…
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Albo’s risky and rushed Gaza visa scheme
Australians are rightly proud of our generosity. On a per capita basis we settle more refugees than almost any country in the Western world. After the war in Syria and the collapse of Afghanistan, Australia took in thousands of persecuted minorities, after evacuating them to third countries so their identities could be checked with biometric…
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Environmental Advocacy in City of Kingston
In early 2019, Kingston Council invited me to participate in Ward Committee Program and provide council with high-level advice, feedback and discussion on the delivery of Council plans for Kingston. This includes feedback on Council projects, policy initiatives and issues impacting the local community. The committees also provide an important link in Council’s consultation process.…
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