Do you support Bass Coast Shire's push to protect the Western Port Woodlands?

The Monitor asked Wonthaggi residents if they are in favour of new council controls to stop mining developments in the area.

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Jacob Wallace
July 06, 2026

Bass Coast Shire Council has asked the Victorian government twice to protect part of the Western Port Woodlands, a move that would ensure no new mining developments.

🎤 The Monitor hit the streets of Wonthaggi to ask locals what they thought about the council’s requests. Take a look at what they had to say below.