Anglesea / Aireys Inlet / Apollo Bay
Thursday, 07 May 2009 06:00
The Great Ocean Road communities of Anglesea, Aireys Inlet, Lorne and Apollo Bay, and the magnificent surrounding environment, is a high priority for the Rudd Labor government.
Here's a summary of major projects affecting Anglesea / Aireys Inlet / Apollo Bay region. To find out further detail about the opportunities and job creation impacts of the Federal Government's Stimulus Package in your local area, please visit the special dedicated website http://www.economicstimulusplan.gov.au/pages/default.aspx
UPGRADING LOCAL SCHOOLS ALONG THE GREAT OCEAN ROAD. Every primary school along the Great Ocean road will be upgraded, including in Apollo Bay, Anglesea, Airies Inlet. This will include major upgrades such as libraries, new classrooms, sports stadiums and learning area, as well as funding for refurbishments.
THE GREAT OCEAN ROAD COASTAL TRAIL. The Federal government is contributing $30,000 to the construction of an off-road trail connecting Apollo Bay East with the Apollo Bay CBD.
APOLLO BAY / LAVERS HILL PATHWAYS. The Federal Government is providing $120,000 to build community pathways connecting community and visitor facilities in the communities of Apollo Bay and Lavers Hill.
GREAT OCEAN ROAD RENEWAL PROGRAM. The Rudd Labor Government has given $950,000 towards a Great Ocean Road Renewal Program, which will enhance the biodiversity, protect vulnerable species and improve the local amenity on the public land adjoining this internationally roadway.
GEELONG RING ROAD. The Federal Government is providing half of the funding for the Geelong Ring Road, which will bring jobs and economic development to the whole of the Surf Coast Shire, including Torquay and Jan Juc. The Geelong Ring Road will also reduce commuting times to Melbourne and reduce traffic and commuting times in the Geelong City area, as well as reduce pollution. Once the Geelong Ring road is completed, people from Jan Juc, for example, will be able to travel from their driveway to Melbourne without a single traffic light.
BLACKROCK WATER RECYCLING PLANT. The Rudd Government has promised $10 million to kick-start a new water recycling plant at Black Rock near Breamlea. This will allow A Class and C Class recycled water to be pumped back to the Surf Coast and the new Armstrong Creek Precinct. This will help our parks and gardens and watering of sports fields.
