Wednesday, 18 March 2026

 John BERGER (Southern Metropolitan) (18:18): (2421) My adjournment is for the Minister for Development Victoria and Precincts. I am incredibly pleased to note that through the Pick My Park grant program, the City of Stonnington were successful in their application for their project titled ‘A green pocket for Porter’. The Allan Labor government has invested $250,000 into this project to transform the open space between Grattan and Porter streets into a green link with seating, enhanced planning and improved walkability, in turn creating a more inviting environment for relaxation and community gatherings. This area is located a couple of minutes walk from my electorate office in Prahran, and I am pleased to note the City of Stonnington will be revitalising such an important space for the community. The Pick My Park program supports the Allan Labor government’s housing statement commitment to development, quality parks and open spaces accessible for new homes being built, with $17.8 million invested into 97 spaces in this first round alone. The action I seek is for the minister to visit these spaces alongside me and see the importance of green spaces in high-density areas.