"Closed owing to vandalism".
So, it's coming, slowly, imperceptibly, south.
Blyton today, Minjup tomorrow.
The Shire has a plan for this to happen.
Though I get a sense that they're under a lot of pressure from the State government to expand more quickly than they, or anyone here, would like.
The official vision statement reads that we should become:
A contemporary, connected place reflecting the community’s rural character, green values and vibrant village feel.Hmmm.
Do you get a sense that this needs translation from pollie-speak into ordinary English?
Always be alarmed when you hear the word "community" -- even if you don't quite reach for your gun.
And then, think about "contemporary" and "vibrant".
They mean "Hello McDonalds" and "Bye-bye the Minjup Chippie".
