Members statements
Porcupine Village, Maldon
Ms EDWARDS (Bendigo West) (09:37): The Andrews Labor government is investing in central Victoria, delivering on our promises and ensuring our region’s economic and social recovery. Last week I was thrilled to join the Minister for Tourism and Major Events to announce $1.7 million towards upgrade works at the Porcupine Village tourist attraction in Maldon. Porcupine Village is a step back in time to relive our region’s rich gold rush history and features original buildings from the 1850s. Thanks to our Regional Tourist Investment Fund stimulus grant, the school, blacksmith, lolly shop and more will be restored, and they will have new glamping tents and safari-style cabins. The project features a native wildlife sanctuary and a function space for school excursions, with links to the Victorian curriculum. This funding will attract more people to our beautiful region and ensure the future of Maldon and surrounds.