Thursday, 12 September 2024

 Lily D’AMBROSIO (Mill Park – Minister for Climate Action, Minister for Energy and Resources, Minister for the State Electricity Commission) (10:09): I am pleased to report on the completion of two successful projects in my electorate of Mill Park. These projects were completed thanks to $975,000 from the Allan Labor government through the Growing Suburbs Fund delivered by the very able Minister for the Suburbs as well as with contributions from the City of Whittlesea. The Mill Park Reserve Connecting Shared Trails project has successfully created accessible walking and cycling paths, linking various community facilities for residents of Mill Park and surrounding areas. The Riverside Community Activity Centre and reserve upgrade has enhanced the functionality and efficiency of facilities and now offers improved connections to the recently upgraded playground area. Critical upgrades to the outside ramp and outdoor areas make it a more inviting place for families, local groups and the wider community to come together in and enjoy the beautiful natural surrounds. Importantly, the activity centre has now gone all electric as part of these upgrades, making it cleaner and cheaper to run and helping to tackle climate change.