Thursday, 7 March 2024

Northern Victoria Region

Wendy LOVELL (Northern Victoria) (12:58): (742) My question is for the Minister for Police. Whittlesea is a growing community, and unfortunately the incidence of crime is growing too. Last year in the Whittlesea LGA criminal incidents went up by 8 per cent. The police officers at Whittlesea station work hard, but their work is made much harder by the disgraceful condition of the police station. The building is rickety, full of asbestos and lacks disabled access. Five years ago minor renovations that added some security features and replaced old doors were done, but that is not good enough. I have been advocating for a new Whittlesea police station for many years. The former member for Yan Yean admitted that the station does not meet modern standards and made a lot of noise about supporting upgrades, but her Labor government colleagues were not interested in delivering for Whittlesea. Minister, will you commit funding for a new police station in Whittlesea?

Sitting suspended 1:00 pm until 2:02 pm.