Tuesday, 12 November 2024

North-Eastern Metrop

Aiv PUGLIELLI (North-Eastern Metropolitan) (12:59): (1230) My question today is to the Minister for Consumer Affairs, and it concerns reports of the potential closure of the Eltham post office due to skyrocketing commercial rents. Residents in my electorate have alerted me that the Eltham post office may be forced to shut its doors because the landlord is demanding an unsustainable and unreasonable rent increase. This would be a significant blow to our community, especially for those who rely on its essential services every day. It also highlights a broader issue where excessive rent hikes by commercial landlords are putting vital services and small businesses at risk across our region. Minister, will you investigate this situation and consider what actions the state government can take to address steep commercial rent increases that threaten essential community services like the Eltham post office?