Thursday, 20 June 2024
Constituency questions
Bass electorate
Bass electorate
Jordan CRUGNALE (Bass) (14:50): (703) My question is to the Minister for Planning. What is the latest information for the environmental audit overlay areas of Wonthaggi North East precinct structure plan that currently sit outside both developer- and council-led preliminary risk screen assessments, with particular reference to Regency Drive? Last week I met with a residents committee, and I thank them for their continued advocacy to ensure that all agencies, including council and state, continue to work with urgency to resolve this for all those impacted. My team and I have been out doorknocking, letterboxing and making phone calls, and I thank residents for their time and for sharing their stories, and also hearing about the evidence base and PRSA process being coordinated by the Victorian Planning Authority, EPA, council and developers. It is so important that this is done effectively and efficiently so that residents have certainty about their properties moving forward. I am pleased that as the results of the PRSAs come in the minister has committed to making sure the necessary steps are taken as swiftly as possible, and I will continue to advocate for my local community during this stressful time.