It is an exciting time for Dandenong, with several major projects now well into their delivery phase and beginning to take visible shape on the ground.
I’m pleased to report the Dandenong Wellbeing Centre is progressing well. The three main pools have now been laid and are currently undergoing testing. The walls are up, and you can clearly see the impressive scale of this facility taking form. Construction remains on track for opening next year, with the existing pool staying operational until the new centre is ready.
The Dandenong Community Hub also remains tremendously important to residents. Many community members have invested significant time participating in workshops and co-design processes, offering thoughtful and creative input. I continue to be a strong advocate for a hub that genuinely meets community expectations and future needs.
Another major focus in Cleeland Ward is the Dandenong Market and surrounding precinct. Approval and funding have now been secured for the redevelopment of the much-loved Bazaar section of the market. This project will introduce new offerings, accessibility upgrades and a more welcoming environment for shoppers.
Targeted stakeholder consultation has been underway to develop a Dandenong Market Precinct Plan. Council owns the Market and several parcels of land nearby. The plan is looking at future opportunities for this area, to make sure the market and surrounds continue to serve our community well. We expect it will be out for the next phase of community consultation shortly, so look out for information about that.
Keeping our streets clean is important to me. Council officers continue to target rubbish dumping hotspots around the Market, Stud Road and Cleeland Street through education, monitoring and enforcement.
I look forward to sharing further progress as these projects advance. Please contact me via email at Rhonda.Garad@cgd.vic.gov.au or phone on 0435 107 584.
