McLeish calls for support for mental health program
The State Government must continue to support the Kinglake Neighbourhood House program ‘Be well in the Ranges’ to allow those at the mental health program to continue important work. Speaking in parliament, State Liberal Member for Eildon Cindy McLeish questioned why further government support had not already been provided to ensure the program remains open. Ms McLeish said, “‘Be well in the Ranges’ has accommodated a need in the community far greater than originally anticipa
McLeish calls for improvements to female jockey changerooms
Female jockey participation numbers at picnic race clubs are increasing, making it necessary to upgrade female changeroom facilities to accommodate the growing numbers. Speaking in parliament, State Liberal Member for Eildon Cindy McLeish called on the State Government to ensure female jockey changerooms across the electorate receive upgrades. Ms McLeish said racing is an important feature across the electorate with picnic clubs in five towns and the larger Yarra Valley Racin
Unattended campfire cause risk in Hume region
The reported number of unattended and not properly extinguished campfires in Hume region have increased the past two years despite Covid. This behaviour continues to put country Victoria at greater risk of bushfires. State Liberal Member for Eildon Cindy McLeish said the number of unattended campfires may be a sign of dangers to come, especially for those with license river frontages recently opened to campers. Ms McLeish said, “Now that the State Labor Government has opened
Remediation road works for Badger Weir Picnic Area…eventually
The State Government has stated remediation works will take place “in the coming months” on the appalling Badger Weir Picnic Area entrance road, leaving community members wondering when exactly this will occur. In April, State Liberal Member for Eildon Cindy McLeish wrote to the Minister about the deteriorating condition of the Badger Weir Picnic Area road and the severe discomfort and danger it was causing visitors. Ms McLeish said, “It is all well and good for the Minister
No plans for Devlin’s Bridge replacement
Accident hotspot Devlin’s Bridge on the Melba Highway maybe safer than it looks, with no current plans to replace the bridge. Following recent accidents on the bridge where railings were damaged, State Liberal Member for Eildon Cindy McLeish asked the Minister for Road Safety about the safety conditions of the bridge. This included how often routine maintenance checks were conducted, how many accidents occurred on the bridge, how many repairs the bridge had and when the bridg
McLeish calls to abandon proposed Yarra Valley bus service plans
The proposed changes to the Yarra Valley bus service will see routes merge and regional lines be cut short. Speaking in Parliament, State Liberal Member for Eildon Cindy McLeish called for the Minister to abandon his plans to alter the bus routes in the Yarra Valley which extend into the Murrindindi shire. The proposed changes will abolish route 687, merge route 686 into route 685 and significantly cut short route 684. Ms McLeish said, “These cuts and changes are deeply unpop
Liberals and Nationals’ plan to stop Labor’s eradication of Victoria’s iconic brumbies
A Matthew Guy-led Liberals and Nationals Government will stop Labor’s extermination of Victoria’s brumby population. State Liberal Member for Eildon Cindy McLeish said the Coalition’s plan is good news for the many Victorians who support the protection of brumbies. The Coalition plan to shift focus to rehoming and veterinary intervention to manage the brumby population, standing in stark contrast to Labor’s plan for total eradication of the brumbies. Ms McLeish said, “The Coa
McLeish calls to repair Badger Weir Picnic Area road
Badger Weir Picnic Ara entry road is in shambles again, causing discomfort to visitors and damaging a major asset in the Yarra Ranges. Speaking in Parliament, State Liberal Member for Eildon Cindy McLeish requested the Minister ensue the road be repaired as a matter of priority. Ms McLeish said, “Locals and visitors are sick and tired of suffering the discomfort of dodging, weaving and driving over unavoidable potholes.” In 2020 Ms McLeish called on the Minister to organise r
