The City of Port Phillip (CoPP) is holding drop-in sessions so that residents can find out more about the revised Council Plan 2017-27, the draft Budget 2018/19, and the draft Sustainable Environment, and Creative and Prosperous City strategies. More details about these plans are available here.
A drop-in session will be held in Port Melbourne at the Town Hall Auditorium, 333 Bay Street, Port Melbourne on Tuesday 8 May, 5pm to 7:30pm.
In addition to the drop-in sessions, they have a survey so you can provide feedback on the proposed amendments to the Council Plan 2017-27 and draft strategies. You can take the survey or make a formal submission at haveyoursay.portphillip.vic.gov.au. The closing date for submissions is 18 May 2018.
Sunday, 29 April 2018
Wednesday, 18 April 2018
Swallow Street to Promenade Pedestrian Ramp Upgrade
The City of Port Phillip (CoPP) will be upgrading the pedestrian ramp from the Promenade to Swallow Street. The work includes installation of a wider ramp, levelling and resurfacing of pavement leading to the stairs and reinstatement of adjoining garden beds. A temporary compound for bins will be required which will occupy 3 car spaces in the ‘Loading Zone 8 am to 4 pm Tuesday to Friday’ area at the end of Swallow Street.
The work is scheduled to commence on Monday 23 April 2018. Further information can be obtained from Helene Agius at CoPP on 9209 6152.
The work is scheduled to commence on Monday 23 April 2018. Further information can be obtained from Helene Agius at CoPP on 9209 6152.
Panel Hearings on Fishermans Bend
Planning Panels Victoria is conducting hearings on the proposed Amendment to the Port Phillip Planning Scheme for Fishermans Bend. The BCNA’s views were part of a presentation presented by Rowan Groves, President of Port People, on behalf of South Port Urban Responsible Renewal (SPURR). SPURR represents 49 community groups in the South Melbourne, Port Melbourne and nearby areas.
The SPURR presentation assessed the adequacy of the proposed Amendment to achieve the Government’s Vision for the area and the objectives for the Amendment. The BCNA and SPURR have consistently argued that the project requires better governance and an agreed budget if the Vision is to be realized. The presentation explained that it is premature to develop the Amendment until all planning for the area has been completed and can be accessed here.
The SPURR presentation assessed the adequacy of the proposed Amendment to achieve the Government’s Vision for the area and the objectives for the Amendment. The BCNA and SPURR have consistently argued that the project requires better governance and an agreed budget if the Vision is to be realized. The presentation explained that it is premature to develop the Amendment until all planning for the area has been completed and can be accessed here.
Friday, 6 April 2018
Trial Ferry Service from Beacon Cove
Some of you may already know (we only just found out) but the St Kilda Ferry Service has commenced a trial ferry service that calls at Beacon Cove. The trial runs until Sunday 15th April.
The service departs from the wharf adjacent to the Mr Hobson restaurant and goes to Williamstown and St. Kilda. It can accommodate about 25 passengers per trip.
More details, including timetable and prices can be found on their website. The pricing is not altogether clear but one of our members recently had a return trip to Williamstown for $15 (senior/concession).
The service departs from the wharf adjacent to the Mr Hobson restaurant and goes to Williamstown and St. Kilda. It can accommodate about 25 passengers per trip.
More details, including timetable and prices can be found on their website. The pricing is not altogether clear but one of our members recently had a return trip to Williamstown for $15 (senior/concession).