General News
24 February, 2023
New MP hears water case
CAMPBELLS Forest has renewed its push for a secure water supply and wants the three State Government MPs in the district to back its bid. Members of the community action planning group took their call to new Ripon MP Martha Haylett on...
CAMPBELLS Forest has renewed its push for a secure water supply and wants the three State Government MPs in the district to back its bid.
Members of the community action planning group took their call to new Ripon MP Martha Haylett on Friday.
President Toni Shea said meetings would also be sought with Bendigo East MP and Deputy Premier Jacinta Allan and Bendigo West’s Maree Edwards.
“Secure water is the No 1 priority in our community plan and we will be asking all members of Parliament to help us achieve that,” she said. The boundaries of the three electorates meet near Campbells Forest.
Ms Haylett said: “Campbells Forest is a strong rural community and I am pleased to join them in their work to progress options for a sustainable water supply.”
Campbells Forest has been advocating for secure water supply to improve agricultural production and efficiency in the district. At November’s state election, the Coalition promised $10,000 for a study if it had been elected.