Dorrington Child and Family Hub
Matt FREGON (Ashwood) (10:15): There has been a lot happening down in the Ashwood district. I will not get through it all, but we will give it a go to do some. I am proud to share a few highlights. Earlier this month I had the honour of representing Minister Blandthorn from the other place to officially open the Dorrington Child and Family Hub in Mount Waverley, down at Syndal, alongside mayor Paul Klisaris from Monash. $4.5 million of support from the Victorian government and Monash went into this fantastic centre, which is going to be a hub for our littlest ones. The Building Blocks program, again, is a wonderful initiative that is also continued in this budget I believe. At the opening, given that it is reconciliation week, I would like to give a big shout-out to Simone Thomson, a talented Wurundjeri, Woiwurrung and Yorta Yorta artist whose two stunning artworks are now proudly displayed at the hub. I thank Simone for her contribution and for enriching the space with her culture and creativity.