Thursday, 21 March 2024

Adjournment

Merri Creek

Sheena WATT
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Adjournment

Harriet SHING (Eastern Victoria – Minister for Housing, Minister for Water, Minister for Equality) (17:40): I move:

That the house do now adjourn.

Merri Creek

Sheena WATT (Northern Metropolitan) (17:41): (805) The Merri Creek is one of the most significant landmarks in my entire electorate, twisting and turning from the very tip top of Northern Metro and winding all the way down to meet the Yarra. This 60-kilometre-long, life-sustaining staple is one of the most recognisable aspects of the broader Merri community, and all that live around the creek know this, from Coburg to Campbellfield and Fawkner to Fitzroy. Every local, whether young or old, whether they are new to the area or a long-time resident, has a good story to tell about the Merri Creek. Whether it is the weekly Sunday walk, the scenic route to work or your favourite bit on the Mernda line, it is safe to say we all love the Merri Creek. The wildlife sustained by the creek and the stunning beauty of the natural environment really make the Merri Creek one of the most important facets of the whole Northern Metropolitan community.

This corridor of life is central to my community and needs to be looked after. With a combination of state government support and a group of dedicated locals who work tirelessly to care for the creek, we can all rest assured that it is in good hands. A message to those tireless volunteers who work around the clock to look after the Merri Creek: thank you. Your work is so vital to the communities we all live in, and you will always be an integral part of the Merri Creek.

We will always strive to look after the natural environment that so many Victorians love and enjoy. My question is for the Minister for Water, who is here, and I was not expecting that. Will she update the house on a funding round that I understand is available now called the Green Links grants program and what benefit this investment by the Allan Labor government will provide in keeping the thriving and beautiful Merri Creek very much in our hearts?

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