The days are getting ever shorter, many trees stand bare of leaves, and the Melbourne skies have taken on their gloomy winter grey hues. So, all the more reason to save the date for Residents of Port Phillip’s fun-filled fundraiser on 30 July and turn the season’s drear to winter cheer! In this edition of Port Phillip Matters, we also put forward the pressing case for a rates reduction and voice our concerns about how Council is attempting to justify its moves to increase bike lanes, reduce parking, and slow down traffic. We also welcome our supporters to our new Instagram social media channel and provide perspective on how to best fund a revitalisation program for the St Kilda Police and Citizens Youth Club (PCYC).