HERITAGE Victoria has told The News the reconstruction of Norman Lodge Gatehouse was set to commence last week, although by Sunday (19 July) there was no apparent activity at the site. The statement from Heritage Victoria came after a letter dated 25 May 2026 from Steven Avery, Executive Director of Heritage Victoria, seen by The News, stated “Reconstruction works are expected to commence no later than 29 June 2026”. The dismantling documentation was provided by the owner’s consultants in November 2025. Documentation pertaining to the reconstruction of the heritage-listed Norman Lodge gatehouse was submitted to Heritage Victoria in late February…
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FLINDERS MP Zoe McKenzie has pledged $500,000 in funding to help boost jobs and opportunities for adults with different abilities at Sages Cottage in Baxter, if re-elected. The heritage-listed cottage sits within a 38-acre farm and café run by people with a disability. It is operated by not-for-profit disability support group Wallara Australia, which welcomes more than 50,000 visitors each year.McKenzie last week announced a promise to fund an inclusive jobs hub initiative at Sages Cottage allowing it to expand its workforce and increase visitors, if re-elected at the federal election this year. Currently 80 special needs young adults operate…