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More needs to be done to keep Docklands Primary students safe
I’ve been working hard alongside parents and the local community for over a year now to raise awareness about road safety issues around Docklands Primary School.
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A day in the life of a Greens MP staffer
If you’ve ever called, emailed, or popped into Ellen’s office, there’s a good chance you’ve spoken to one of us.
Read MoreA win for Victorians and a plan to get one million homes off gas!
Hello! I’m Samantha, your Greens MP in the Victorian upper house representing the Northern Metropolitan region. I’m very happy to share that your local state MP for Melbourne, Ellen, has welcomed beautiful baby Luca into the family. Ellen is taking a short period of maternity leave but her staff, and mine, are here to help.
Read MoreYour Melbourne Greens team continues (and grows by one!)
I have some news: at the time of writing (early June), my baby is due in one week! And before I embark upon a short period of maternity leave, I wanted to “officially’ announce that I’m putting up my hand to continue as your state MP for Melbourne at the Victorian election in November.
Read MoreArts venues at risk: we must save the Nicholas Building and The Curtin Hotel
Arts and culture is central to Melbourne’s identity. Personally, it’s one of the main reasons I love to live here. Hopping on a tram to the Comedy Festival, seeing a show at La Mama, or being able to enjoy a live music gig almost any time of the week or year are some of the great pleasures of being a Melburnian.
Read MoreWe must protect Victoria’s oceans from gas drilling
Like most Victorians, our beaches and oceans are very special to me.
Read MoreSafety upgrades coming to Docklands Primary School
You may have heard that the roads around Docklands Primary School have recently been flagged for some important safety upgrades, thanks to the hard work of local parents and staff working together with my office.
Read MoreA safer Docklands for pedestrians and cyclists
This photo is taken at the intersection of Footscray Rd and Docklands Drive, just down the road from Docklands Primary School.
Read MoreA four-point plan for our city’s recovery
When it comes to COVID and lockdowns, Melbourne’s CBD and Docklands are some of the hardest hit areas in the country.
Read MoreMaking access to the vaccine as easy as possible
Our community is just the best. Victoria is set to become one of the most vaccinated places in the world, and we’re doing it at record speed.
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