What a terrific story on multiculturalism on the front page of the Journal Sep 8. An under 15 football team that reflects the nature and benefits of multiculturalism. Top points for making it a page one feature.

I am 52, married with 4 adult children and 6 grandchildren.

I promise to work for the whole community: Families, individuals, workers, businesses, recreational facilities that are affordable, better public transport, and the environment.

I will ask of every decision: is this good for the community, the environment and the economy? Will our grandchildren thank us for this?

I was surprised by the "angle" of the story in the Journal (front page Aug 18): "We'll Walk". The report made it seem like council had made a bad decision in blocking a development application for a hotel with up to 60 poker machines, and the sale of alcohol, in a youth area! The way the story was packaged, made it sound like the council blew it: another lost business opportunity for Dandenong!