Picture this: the sun rising over the Grand Harbour, the ancient city of Valletta just beginning to stir. Now, imagine that scene not just as a postcard, but as a canvas for transformation. This is the reality in Malta today, where infrastructural works are painting a new picture across the country, with a significant brushstroke in Chris Bonett’s electoral districts.

Start your journey in Msida and Gżira, where Bonett’s vision is turning crumbling infrastructure into community assets. The Msida Promenade, a once-neglected stretch along the waterfront, is now a bustling hub. Cafes and restaurants have sprung up, their tables spilling onto the newly paved walkway. The contrast is stark, from the derelict buildings of yesteryears to the vibrant scene today.

But Bonett isn’t just about aesthetics. He’s also focusing on functionality. The Gżira Sports Complex, a long-neglected facility, is getting a facelift. New sports halls, a gym, and even a 3G football pitch are on the way. “It’s not just about having a pretty face,” Bonett says, “It’s about having a strong body too.”

But infrastructure isn’t just about what you see. It’s also about what you don’t. Case in point: the Marsa Junction. This notorious traffic bottleneck has long been a thorn in the side of commuters. Bonett is working to change that, with plans for a flyover and underpass system that will not just ease traffic, but also connect communities.

This isn’t just about Marsa, though. It’s about the entire region. The new junction will link up with the soon-to-be-completed Mriehel Bypass, creating a seamless route from the airport to the capital. It’s a bold vision, one that’s putting Malta’s infrastructure on the fast track to the future.

But Bonett’s vision isn’t just about roads and buildings. It’s about people too. That’s why he’s investing heavily in education and innovation. The new Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology (MCAST) campus in Gżira is a testament to this. It’s not just a building, it’s a hub of learning and innovation, a place where students are equipped with the skills they need to thrive in the 21st century.

And it’s not just about the young. Bonett is also looking to the future of work, with plans to turn the old Gżira Primary School into a hub for startups and tech companies. It’s a forward-thinking approach that’s putting Malta at the forefront of Europe’s digital revolution.

But Bonett isn’t resting on his laurels. He’s got his eyes on the horizon, with plans to extend the Msida Promenade, to create a new public square in Gżira, and to transform the old Marsa Racecourse into a green lung for the city.

“This is just the beginning,” he says. “We’ve got a long way to go, but we’re moving in the right direction. And that’s what matters.”