Maria T

Alberton is not what it used to be—and locals know it.

This was once a quiet, family-friendly area where people took pride in their homes and looked out for each other. That sense of stability is slipping. There’s been a clear shift in who’s moving into the area, and with that has come a loss of community and a growing feeling of uncertainty.

Fussell Place is a perfect example. Traffic has increased significantly, turning what should be a residential street into a constant flow of cars. Complaints have been made to council and even raised with the road traffic MP, yet nothing changes. Residents are being ignored while the problem gets worse.

And it’s not just traffic. Even Mt Carmel College is impacting the area differently now. There are more issues with student behaviour, and nearby residents are dealing with disruptions and damage to property. That’s not acceptable, and it’s unfair on the people who live here.

This suburb used to be ideal for young families. Now it feels like it’s being left to decline without proper attention or accountability. Long-term residents can see the difference—and it’s not for the better.

If nothing is done, Alberton will continue to lose what made it a good place to live in the first place.