I am so pleased to be writing my first State of Affairs column as your new State Member for Monbulk.
After a very busy campaign, it is now time to get started on the real work – representing you!
The 60th Parliament of Victoria was opened on Tuesday 20 December 2022 and I was lucky to be one of the new members of parliament to give my inaugural speech on that day. In that speech I addressed some of the key issues which I will advocate strongly for, namely education, our environment, energy resilience for Monbulk, small businesses and workers’ rights. But the list doesn’t end there, and I will be listening to the needs of everyone in our community.
The district of Monbulk changed at the election. It now stretches from Ferntree Gully all the way east to Gembrook, including 35 different towns and suburbs with their own proud histories. I’m honoured to represent this district and everyone within it.
As your Member of Parliament, there are many services my office can provide, including:
– making enquiries to help you engage with state government departments and agencies;
– putting you in touch with the relevant services and organisations which can provide you with help and support;
– advising of available funding grants to organisations;
– liaising with other levels of government to represent Monbulk’s needs;
– formally representing the government at community events;
– providing formal recognition of milestones, including significant birthdays and anniversaries, for people and organisations
If we can’t help you, we will do our best to put you in touch with someone who can.
Last year the Belgrave electorate office was severely flooded. Once it reopens by mid-February, you are welcome to visit us at 1635 Burwood Hwy, Belgrave. In the meantime, follow along for updates on my Facebook or Instagram pages, @DanielaDeMartinoMP.
My email is Daniela.DeMartino@Parliament.vic.gov.au and the office phone number is 9754 5401.
If you need any assistance with a state government matter, we look forward to helping you and doing what matters.
That’s why we’re here.
