Inquiry focus on country roads

A PARLIAMENTARY inquiry into VicRoads’ management of country roads is inviting submissions from the public.The Law Reform, Road and Community Safety Committee is examining a number of issues as part of its inquiry, including VicRoads’ effectiveness, the existing funding model and lack of consultation with regional communities.“This is an important inquiry for communities across Victoria […]

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    What’s on this weekend?

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