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The more I examine the greens transport plan the more I am convinced that it is a plan to make the transport rich, richer and the transport poor, poorer.

But consider, overlay areas with a high green vote say (20% or more) and these are the transport rich areas.

So how is this plan not a pig barrel of pork?

"The Greens transport plan is a wacky grab bag of silly ideas."

Labor supported candidate for South Ward, Christopher Anderson said the Greens have failed to develop sensible transport policy.

"There is no overall strategy. No commitment to improving transport in the transport poor areas of Moreland. And no understanding of the complexities of a modern transport system."

"What we need in Brunswick is not pie in the sky plans but more trams, more trains, better bus frequencies, as well as better bicycle and walking infrastructure. The Greens transport paper fails on this measure"

“The Moreland Greens can’t deliver this plan. Local Government doesn’t run trains, trams or buses.”

“Voters need to know that this plan is a con.”

 Last night, I attended a fundraiser for Enver Erdogan, one of Labor's exciting young candidates in the North West Ward.

I have known Enver for a number of years and he is a committed young progressive. He has cut his teeth on university politics, has been heavilly involved in state and federal campaigns, and is a lifelong Moreland resident.

When Enver talks about a fresh approach, it isn't just a form of words - its part of his nature. He has a solid, grounded, passion for working people. His father is a long time union activist, and Enver, as an economics graduate, understands the importance of work and dignity to the working class.

Carlo Carli MP, spoke at the gathering and spoke about the importance of grassroots politics to working people. He told us it was about whether kids will be able to play cricket or soccer this year, whether seniors can cook their meals at the senior citizens club, or whether families can save on their groceries bills by having enough water to grow vegies at home.

This is the politics that Labor stands for. And its the politics that Enver will bring to council.

So if your a voter in Oak Park, Pascoe Vale, Glenroy or Hadield, Enver Erdogan is a candidate you should consider voting for.

Immediate action is needed to stop high rise towers in Brunswick, according to Labor supported candidate for South ward, Christopher Anderson.

“Twelve, Fourteen and Fifteen storey buildings are not medium density.”

“Brunswick is a medium density suburb, and it should remain a medium density suburb,” Mr. Anderson said.

“Whether it’s the proposal for a fourteen storey building on Albert Street, or the towers proposed for the bottom of Lygon Street, we need action to prevent towers of such volume happening.”

Mr. Anderson has called on council to act and ask the State Government for interim height controls.

“If council adopts the Brunswick Structure Plan at its October meeting, it can ask the State Government for height controls at the same time.”
“This will rein in the high rise proposals and limit height across Brunswick.”

“I am very confident that the State Government will agree to impose interim height controls.”

“More needs to be done to protect the amenity and character of Brunswick.”

More information:

• Moreland Tower Battle Starts [Leader, 1 Sept]