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THE BRIARS Wildlife Sanctuary expansion is officially open, creating additional protected habitat for threatened species and providing more opportunities for residents and visitors to connect with nature. A grant of more than $1.52m from the state government’s Regional Tourism Investment Fund supported the expansion of the sanctuary from 90 to 130 hectares. Minster for Trade, Tourism and Investment, Natalie Suleyman MP, said the project has enhanced the visitor experience at The Briars while creating more protected space for wildlife. “Nature-based tourism is a huge part of what draws people to the Mornington Peninsula, and these improvements will give visitors even…