Michaela Meade
UPDATE: Hume council says it was not consulted about the construction of a 500-bed quarantine hub in Mickleham.
Mayor Joseph Haweil said: “Hume City Council has requested an urgent meeting with the Victorian Government about its proposal to establish a COVID quarantine facility in Mickleham.
“Council has not been consulted on the proposal prior to today’s announcement and seeks clarification about the ongoing management of the facility to ensure the health and safety of local residents.
“Our community is keen to know what impact a centre of this size and type will have to their health and safety and the amenity of the area.”