Councillor Lana Formoso with a young resident on play equipment.

Mayor, Cr Lana Formoso - Noble Park North Ward (Council News Article Holiday Edition 2024)

Councillor Lana Formoso with a young resident on play equipment.

I was born in Dandenong and love living here, however, I notice there are many issues that need to be addressed.

As a Physical Education/Health teacher, I know there is a need for Council to improve our open space strategy, increase our tree canopy coverage, increase and improve the sports facilities as well as upgrade many of our playgrounds. 

I’m extremely passionate about providing more park amenities and improving health outcomes in our community. Many of the capital improvement bids I have requested are starting to come to fruition. Thank you to everyone who has shared feedback regarding upgrades to parks across Greater Dandenong. Recently we held consultations for Bakers Road Reserve, Browns Road Reserve and Madison Reserve. Please continue to to have your say on other reserves as we ensure everyone’s needs are met.

I’d like to remind Noble Park North residents that we have many weekly programs running at Jan Wilson Community Centre, including Zumba, adult exercise and simply fitness classes for $6 per session. No registration is required. Please phone 8571 1436 or email communityfacilities@cgd.vic.gov.aufor more information. I would like to see residents utilising these great programs and looking after your health and wellbeing.

You can see in this photo I am with local resident Sara who joined me to test out the new playground at Hennessy Reserve. Sara approached me about this reserve when I was first elected in 2020, and it was great to celebrate this new space with her. 

If you would like to speak to me about a local issue email lana.formoso@cgd.vic.gov.au or phone 0435 530 536.