LIBERAL candidate for Yan Yean Richard Welch has pledged $20,000 for upgraded lighting at Whittlesea Showgrounds if the Liberal-Nationals Coalition forms government at November’s state election.
Mr Welch, who was announced as the Liberal candidate for Yan Yean this month after contesting the federal seat of McEwen earlier this year, said upgraded lighting would improve the safety of night events at the showgrounds.
The grounds host several annual community events, including Whittlesea Agricultural Show, a regular community market and Whittlesea Rodeo – the largest Australian rodeo outside Queensland.
“Having worked closely with the committee of management over the last two years it’s been made clear to me that upgrading the lighting at the showgrounds will improve safety and ensure that the community can continue to get the most out of their showgrounds,” Mr Welch said.
Mr Welch said there was ‘chronic under-investment’ in community facilities and roads in Yan Yean.
“The reality is that our communities are growing rapidly, and investment in our local facilities is not keeping pace with that growth,” he said.
“Meanwhile our roads are deteriorating while critical upgrades to arterial routes like Yan Yean Road have been delayed and our sporting clubs are getting close to capacity.
“I will continue to work with community groups to identify opportunities for the Victorian Government to help address these issues and look forward to work closely with the local community to solve these problems.”
