Dredging to happen …
Well folks, the Federal Court has ruled that the dredging goes ahead and that it is okay for the Port of Melbourne to change their plan from 2002 to now.
Bay dredge gets go-ahead, Clay Lucas, the Age, 15 January 08
What we now know is that very few in either Government, law or business are concerned about the irreversible damage this could cause.
The dredger starts a 2 year project on 1st February.
Meanwhile - if you can - be there at Mornington to cheer on the kiddies who will be swimming to ‘Save the Bay’ they love.
[see last posting].
I have too few words to say… for we have taken our stand and shone our lights and Blue Wedges has stood for us in Court. So many people have rallyed over so many years.
The responsibility for the welbeing of this Bay and the health of its river, marine world, beaches, towns, suburbs and City - is in the hands of the Port of Melbourne.
I pray they are good and wise hands.
I was very upset to hear the dredging will go ahead, and very concerned for the health of our Bay. If it’s now too late to stop it, we can only hope and pray that our beautiful bay will not be ruined.
Sue, thanks for sharing what so many of us are feeling. Do not give up - we know that eventually humanity must come to the wise and caring stewardship of this planet. Write your comments into newspapers - online herald-sun is reaching the younger generation who do not realise what the long term implications are of this dreadful project. The network of caring folk is all around the Bay now - strengthen it with your thoughts and prayers when you are near it.
A lot of people do not realise how long term the consequences will be. Hang in there and keep faith! Hilary