A clean-up initiative has Commence in St John’s Rural South, according to MP Daryll Matthew, who says the effort aims to improve safety and restore pride across the community.

In a statement issued on Sunday, Mr Matthew confirmed that the removal of derelict properties is now under way. He urged residents to help maintain cleaner, safer and more family-friendly neighbourhoods.

Describing the effort as “Sunday morning vibes”, he encouraged households to “love where you live”, adding that cleanliness plays an important role in community wellbeing.

The initiative is part of a wider push to enhance the appearance and environmental health of communities in the Ottos area and across Rural South.