Tuesday, 29 October 2024

Members statements

Environment and Planning Committee

John BERGER (Southern Metropolitan) (13:25): I have had a busy couple of weeks in Southern Metro. My first matter relates to the Legislative Council Environment and Planning Committee’s inquiry into climate resilience. I had the opportunity to visit Aireys Inlet last week, hear from the local community – that includes Fairhaven and Painkalac Creek – and inspect the effects of climate change. I appreciate all the witnesses who took the time to contribute, including the teams from all the local councils, David from the Port Fairy Coastal Group, Amber and Chris from the Corangamite Catchment Management Authority and Ian from the Aireys Inlet and District Association. I also want to acknowledge all the hardworking committee staff who make these hearings possible right across regional Victoria, and I thank them for that.