what's happening / news / Mark Coure calls on Georges River to come to the table regarding Glenlee
Member for Oatley, Mark Coure has today called on Georges River Council to come to the table regarding the purchase of the Glenlee property at 80 Boronia Parade, Lugarno.
“This has been a significant environmental issue for a number of local residents for some time now. To protect and preserve this green space for future generations, ALL levels of government need to come to the table with funds to purchase the site.” Mr Coure said.
“I have been consistently clear with my message that Glenlee can only be saved if Council comes to the table and presents what they can provide in terms of funds to purchase the site”.
“In my view, Glenlee has significant historical, environmental and cultural value to our local area, with possible indigenous significance as well. Furthermore, the land itself is home to a variety of precious flora and fauna species which would be lost if the site were to be developed”.
A petition started by the Member for Oatley has received over 1880 signatures from local residents right across the Oatley electorate, demonstrating the immense public support behind the campaign to save Glenlee.
The Member for Oatley also recently organised a meeting between himself, Minister for Environment and Heritage, James Griffin, Mayor of Georges River Council, Nick Katris, Council staff, Federal Member for Banks, David Coleman and the Friends of Glenlee.
Together they discussed how all levels of government could work together to achieve the ultimate goal of purchasing the site for future use.
However, the Member for Oatley was disappointed by Council’s lack lustre and lukewarm response to providing funds for the purchase of Glenlee.
“I will continue my discussions with representatives from each level of government and the community to ensure that we keep up the fight to save Glenlee."