Climate protest
“Thousands” of Geelong parents and grandparents will show their support for students by joining a local climate change protest tomorrow, according to organisers.
Ocean Grove Australian Parents for Climate Action member Carla Pascoe Leahy called on parents to join the action beginning 11am at Johnstone Park.
“Most Australian parents are deeply worried about the future their children face due to global warming but, until we speak up and tell politicians we want emergency action, this issue will continue to be pushed under the carpet,” she said.
Driving school
More than 150 Geelong Lutheran College and Belmont High School students kicked off National Road Safety Week with driving safety course on Wednesday.
Saint Ignatius Collage students are also set to participate in the award-winning practical education program later this month.
Lara truck bans
Geelong council has introduced truck bans on parts of Little River Ripley, Farrars, Branch and Forest roads in Lara.
Windermere ward councillor Kylie Grzybek said the measures would direct trucks away from the town, addressing residents’ concerns about noise and amenity impacts from increased heavy vehicle traffic.
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