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Hazelwood Pondage closure disappointingDisappointing decision to close the Hazelwood Pondage. By Portal Admin - 10th June 2018 - Back to News Latrobe City Council will today move to immediately implement Engie’s decision to close the Hazelwood Pondage in its role as waterway manager.
Latrobe City Council’s Mayor, Councillor Darrell White OAM, said the news of the closure was very disappointing.
"We know this asset is held in high regard by our local community, it is an active recreation space and its closure will be a significant loss to our community. The cancellation of the annual Sauna Sail yachting event, which was scheduled to take place over the June long weekend, will have a detrimental impact on this community not just in terms of economic loss but as the loss of an iconic event in our region.
"We understand and acknowledge Engie’s need to manage its risks and liabilities. Dam safety and the safety of the community must be of paramount importance.
"Council is still working through what the implications will mean for its operations and will remain in communications with the response team at Engie. We will be seeking from Engie its long-term plan for this asset and the likely duration of the closure," Cr White said.
"Council has already contacted its stakeholders, our community and the Hazelwood Pondage Caravan Park site holders and will continue to disseminate further information as it comes to hand," Cr White concluded.
The Hazelwood Pondage Caravan Park will remain open during this period of temporary closure. Discussions around its future are ongoing.
Source: www.gippsland.com Published by: support@gippsland.com
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