My question is to the Minister for Public and Active Transport in relation to the Alphington link project. I ask the minister to update my community on what steps are being taken by the government to deliver on our commitment to build a safe connection for Alphington residents to the Darebin Yarra trail. Alphington locals are extremely eager to gain access to this magnificent trail, which the Labor government funded and opened in 2018, a trail that is a vital connector for pedestrians and cyclists. They have been immensely patient and understanding since the commitment to build a pedestrian and cycling link was first made in 2017, and since being elected I have worked with successive ministers to overcome some of the complex and sometimes unforeseen steps in this process. That includes community consultation, extensive technical planning and scoping options to arrive at the right alignment through Farm Road as well as drafting and passing legislation to enable the acquisition of land from the Latrobe Golf Club. At this juncture we are still awaiting final confirmation from the club, VicRoads and the minister regarding the outcome of negotiations, and we await an update.
