The Victorian State Government has confirmed the transfer of land
at the southern end of QVM from State ownership to the City of Melbourne. The
land is to be used as a component of the QVM renewal.
Following is part of the State Governments media release -
"The
Victorian Coalition Government has signed an agreement confirming the Victorian
Government's contribution to the redevelopment of Queen Victoria Market (QVM),
signalling a further step forward in the renaissance of the city’s beloved Market
site.
Assistant
Treasurer Gordon Rich-Phillips said the signing of the land transfer agreement
with the City of Melbourne paved the way for the Council to implement its QVM
revitalisation project.
“The Victorian Government has
contributed two parcels of Crown land to Council under terms which will ensure
more than a hectare of public open space will be the centerpiece of this
exciting renewal,”
Mr Rich-Phillips said.
“This is set to revitalise the
market, the renewal of which will see better stalls and facilities for traders
and shoppers.”"