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Perth Now
2 hours ago
- Business
- Perth Now
When can we expect a South Perth train station?
South Perth will continue its long campaign for better public transport options, including construction of a train station and more ferry stops along the Swan River. Councillor Nic Coveney has called for council to continue its advocacy efforts for more ferry stops and the construction of a South Perth train station at an agenda briefing on Tuesday night. Mr Coveney's motion requests council acknowledge the challenge of managing increasing travel demands due to population growth and urban development, and ask the CEO to write a letter to the relevant WA government agencies for more public transport. His report included statistics regarding future projected population increases, number of residents currently using cars to commute, where residents work, and anticipated future road capacity. Traffic on Mill Point Road at 7am, backing up to Wesley College from the freeway entrance. Credit: Facebook The motion states that 71 per cent of South Perth residents work outside the city and 65 per cent of residents commute to work by car. It was also forecast that South Perth's population would grow to 66,000 by 2041 and that roads of significance might also reach 200 per cent capacity within the next few years. 'By 2041, the City of South Perth's population is forecast to rise, and visitor numbers to the Perth Zoo and the South Perth Foreshore are already booming.' Mr Coveney said in his report. He said that South Perth station was originally included in stage 1 of Metronet, but 'for reasons unclear', it did not progress. 'The Perth-Mandurah rail line includes land reserved to construct a future South Perth station. .. since the rail line was constructed in 2007,' he said. Infrastructure made to accommodate a potential South Perth station on Kwinana Freeway. Credit: Google Maps He also suggests that the city push for expanded ferry services to include Mends Street, and to investigate Como Jetty and Coode Street Jetty as additional stops. 'The time to act on advocacy of the South Perth train station and expanded ferry routes is now,' Mr Coveney said. South Perth mayor Greg Milner told PerthNow in June the State Government stated its commitment to construct a train station at South Perth in 2002 when the Perth to Mandurah line was first proposed, yet the station has never been built despite the significant population growth over the last 23 years. In 2017, the City made a bold train station precinct plan, which included all land between Richardson and Darley streets to the south and east, and Scott Street and Frasers Lane to the north. The area included in the train station precinct plans (2017). Credit: South Perth 'In the future, it is hoped that the State Government will construct a South Perth railway station at Richardson Street, to service Perth Zoo, local businesses and residents.' the plans state. 'Development in the precinct will create demand for the train station and help make its construction worthwhile.' If the motion is carried, the city will push for infrastructure investment, and seek clarification on the State Government's intentions and timelines. A Public Transport Authority spokesperson said South Perth is already 'very well served' by bus and ferry services, with high frequency during peak times. 'These bus and ferry services provide convenient and efficient connections to and from the Perth CBD and the passenger rail network.' they said. 'While the potential for a station was factored into the design of the existing Mandurah Line, it was determined there was not a need for a station in this location at the current time, or in the near future.' The spokesperson noted the Canning Bridge Bus Interchange project will also support improved public transport access into the broader South Perth area. 'With plans underway for a ferry service expansion on the Swan River, those living in South Perth will soon be able to travel by ferry to Applecross and UWA as part of Stage One of the project.' they said. 'Future ferry stops being considered include Point Fraser, Burswood Park, Optus Stadium and Claisebrook Cove.' Councillors will consider the motion at their ordinary council meeting on July 22.
Daily Express
12 hours ago
- Politics
- Daily Express
Emulate Sarawak's decision to retain the youth age: LDP
Published on: Wednesday, July 16, 2025 Published on: Wed, Jul 16, 2025 Text Size: Chin believes that Sabah, which shares similar socio-economic structures, rural challenges and cultural values with Sarawak, must assert its own rights to decide youth policies that reflect its people's realities — not simply follow top-down federal directives. Kota Kinabalu: Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) Secretary General Datuk Chin Shu Ying on Tuesday called on the State Government to emulate Sarawak's decision to retain the youth age definition at 40 years and to reject the Federal Government's move to lower it to 30 years starting Jan 1, 2026. Sarawak's Minister for Youth, Sports and Entrepreneur Development, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah, has made it clear that Sarawak will not follow the federal redefinition. Advertisement Instead, it will maintain its current policy, recognising youths as individuals aged between 15 and 40 years old. This position by Sarawak not only reflects the State's constitutional autonomy over youth matters under the Concurrent List but also demonstrates a sound understanding of its own social, economic and developmental context. Chin believes that Sabah, which shares similar socio-economic structures, rural challenges and cultural values with Sarawak, must assert its own rights to decide youth policies that reflect its people's realities — not simply follow top-down federal directives. 'In Sabah, many individuals only begin to settle into their careers, complete their education, or start families in their early to mid-30s. 'For them, the ages between 30 and 40 are a critical phase of personal growth, leadership development and contribution to society. 'Hence, reducing the youth age limit to 30 would result in the exclusion of these individuals from youth-related opportunities, including funding schemes, leadership roles in youth organisations, training programmes and public engagement platforms,' he said in a statement. Chin said such exclusion would not only hinder their development but also destabilise many existing youth organisations in Sabah, especially in rural and indigenous communities where age-based mentorship and intergenerational continuity are essential. He emphasised that youth development is not simply about chronological age — it is about capacity building, empowerment and readiness. Prematurely capping this group's access to support and participation could stunt Sabah's long-term human capital growth, he added. Sarawak's implementation of a flexible model — where 70pc of youth leaders are between 18 and 40 years old, and 30pc may be older — offers a pragmatic and inclusive formula. Therefore, Chin said he believes Sabah should adopt a similar approach to balance renewal with continuity. 'Sabah has every constitutional right to chart its own course in youth affairs. The Federal Constitution provides states with concurrent authority on youth matters, and like Sarawak, Sabah should act in the best interests of its people. 'In indigenous and rural Sabahan societies, individuals aged 30 and above are still regarded as young, active and deeply involved in local leadership. Their roles are indispensable in preserving culture, guiding younger generations, and stabilizing community networks,' he said. Chin warned that blindly adopting a West Malaysia-centric model risks weakening the foundation of Sabah's community leadership and excluding a generation still in transition. 'Good governance must be rooted in local adaptability — not rigid standardisation. Therefore, I propose three key actions. First, the Sabah Government should publicly reaffirm its decision to retain the youth age limit at 40. 'Second, it should consider adopting a flexible leadership quota similar to Sarawak's. 'Third, it should initiate a consultation process involving youth organizations, indigenous groups, and experts to draft a Sabah-specific Youth Development Blueprint. 'The State Legislative Assembly should also table this issue for debate, allowing all stakeholders to present data, views, and on-the-ground experiences. Policy should not be formulated in isolation but with open, inclusive dialogue,' he said. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
Hans India
17 hours ago
- Business
- Hans India
Advanced policies soon to make TG compete in world, says CM
Hyderabad: Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has said that the State Government will bring a slew of advanced policies to compete with the world in the establishment of industries. The Chief Minister laid the foundation stone to the new unit of Ichor Biologics on Tuesday. Speaking on the occasion, the CM said Hyderabad has already emerged as the world's bulk drugs capital. 33 percent of the country's vaccines and 43 percent of bulk drugs are being produced from Hyderabad. The city of Hyderabad also made its own mark in exporting vaccines from Genome Valley to the world during the Covid pandemic, Revanth Reddy said, adding that the government is taking decisions in tune of with the industrial policies adapted in the previous government, which remained unchanged. Stating that Hyderabad will become a data city in the coming days, the CM said the state already signed agreements for attracting Rs 3.28 lakh crore investments. The Chief Minister reiterated that Telangana will be developed into a $1 trillion economy by 2035. The CM appealed to the Genome Valley entrepreneurs to support the state in achieving the goals.
Daily Express
21 hours ago
- Politics
- Daily Express
Relief for 10 Sipitang villages: Settlements excised from Forest Reserve
Published on: Wednesday, July 16, 2025 Published on: Wed, Jul 16, 2025 Text Size: SIPITANG: A total of 15,000 hectares containing 10 villages have been excised from a Forest Reserve, following passing of the Forest Enactment (Establishment of Forest Reserves and Amendment) 2025 during the recent State Legislative Assembly sitting. Sindumin Assemblyman Datuk Dr Yusof Yacob said the move was in line with requests made by locals to the State Government to exclude areas already developed for settlements and agriculture from the Forest Reserve. Advertisement 'The land removed from the Forest Reserve includes areas formerly under Sabah Forest Industries (SFI) stretching to Kemabong, Tenom covering 15,000 hectares or about 40,000 acres. 'There are still a few villages awaiting approval, and I will continue to pursue this with the State Government,' he said at the Tunai Rahmah Cash Assistance Program in Kg Long Pasia, Tuesday. Also present was Datuk Ramlee Kariah, Chief Operating Officer of the Sabah Maju Jaya Secretariat. Dr Yusof, who is also Chairman of Qhazanah Sabah Berhad, listed the affected villages as Pakiak, Sungai Kanggalan, Motokop, Ulu Babatan Pangi, Basio Anampul Nanahas, Simbuan, Sungai Lukutan, Lamparion, Batu Nundok, and Komadang. He hoped areas along this route would be opened up, especially for the younger generation who do not yet own land, to engage in agricultural activities. According to him, this decision by the Gabungan Rakyat Sabah-Pakatan Harapan Plus state government demonstrates that the voices and needs of the people are being prioritised for their well-being. Dr Yusof also announced the approval of three projects to benefit residents of Kg Long Pasia namely the construction of a concrete drainage system around the Long Pasia open hall, upgrading of the Long Pasia Open Hall, and building a new bridge for Kg Long Pasia. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available. Stay up-to-date by following Daily Express's Telegram channel. Daily Express Malaysia
The Hindu
a day ago
- Politics
- The Hindu
Plea for early release of water from Bhavanisagar Dam to aid farmers
The Environment Wing of the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) has urged the State Government to advance the release of water from the Lower Bhavani Dam (also known as Bhavanisagar Dam) to August 1, 2025, in a bid to address the escalating water scarcity affecting farmers in Erode, Tiruppur, and Karur districts. In a letter addressed to Chief Minister M.K. Stalin, the wing's secretary, Karthikeya Sivasenapathy, highlighted that these key agricultural districts are situated in a rain shadow region and have been severely impacted by poor monsoon rainfall in the recent years. Despite dry conditions in the plains, he noted that the Western Ghats catchment areas have received good rainfall this season, resulting in a water level of 96.20 feet in the dam as of July 14, with a storage of 25.85 tmc ft against its full capacity of 32.8 tmc ft. 'The current storage level presents a timely opportunity to support our farmers by ensuring water availability for the upcoming agricultural season,' he said. Mr. Sivasenapathy warned that delaying the scheduled release from August 15 could disrupt crop planning and agricultural operations, further burdening the already distressed farming community. He appealed to the Chief Minister to instruct the Water Resources Department (WRD) to begin releasing water by August 1. 'An early release would provide relief to thousands of farmers, enabling them to begin their agricultural activities without delay,' he added. He also expressed confidence that the State Government would take proactive steps under the Chief Minister's leadership to safeguard farmer livelihoods and ensure water security in the regions. It may be recalled that 94% of the renovation work in the Lower Bhavani Project (LBP) canal system has already been completed, with the remaining work expected to be finished before August 15. The WRD had earlier stated that water could be released for irrigation only after the completion of these works.
