Overwhelming response

The City of Melbourne has been overwhelmed with response from Docklanders wanting to get involved with the Docklands Community Forum.

More than 40 applications were received from residents, workers, business owners and community organisations to an invitation to be part of the forum’s representative group.

The council and Development Victoria (DV) will this month interview applicants and the new Docklands Representative Group (DRG) is expected to be announced at this month’s forum on June 27.

A City of Melbourne spokesperson said: “There has been strong interest from the Docklands community to be part of the new DRG, with more than 40 applications received for the 20 available positions.” 

“A diverse mix of residents, workers, business owners and community organisations have expressed interest in being part of the new DRG, representing both those who are new to the area and those who’ve had a long association with Docklands.”

“The City of Melbourne will work with DV representatives to assess those who’ve submitted expressions of interest.”

“Due to the strong level of interest we will develop a short list of candidates to progress to an interview. Interviews will take place in the coming weeks.”

“It’s expected new DRG members will be announced at the Docklands Community Forum on 27 June.”

All Docklanders are invited to the forum, starting at 6pm on Wednesday, June 27 at Library at the Dock.