Tag: auspol
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The Voice. One year on.
Why Australians voted to be equal. A year ago on Monday, 60% of Australians voted for all Australians to be equal. We did so in the face of a Yes campaign that had the overwhelming support of the media, big business, religious organisations, civil society, and elite opinion. Not to mention Yes had four times…
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We will Bring Beach Bins Back!
Siri, define ” peak Council” Siri: Moving 216 bins off the beach so that residents and visitors drown in dog poo, plastic bags, pizza boxes and cans. I’m not entirely sure which public servant ( were they working remotely in their underpants?) thought it would be a good idea to deal with overflowing bins… by…
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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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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 wait longer for $300 Commonwealth energy rebate thanks to Allan Labor Government
While Queensland and Western Australian residents have been receiving their first quarter 2024-25 Commonwealth Government electricity bill rebates since 1 July, which will total $300 per household over the full year, Victorian residents are still waiting for Energy Minister, Lily D’Ambrosio, to sign off on the rebates. With Victorian households and businesses doing it tough…
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Gra$$ is certainly greener in Kingston 🫰
Community members and those streaming July 2024 council meeting online were taken aback by eye-watering amounts allocated to maintenance of green spaces. Mowing contracts awarded add up to $44,000,000 ( million) inclusive of GST but before CPI ( 31 million for open spaces and 13 million for ovals) and if right this moment you are…
JANE AGIRTAN INDEPENDENT 