Corangamite Shire will invite State Government planners to visit the Shire as part of their 2050 Vision.
In the first half of 2024, the Department of Transport and Planning (DTP) is engaging with residents to shape a plan for growth and change over the next 30 years.
Victorians are asked to imagine the future of their cities, suburbs, towns and regions. The main themes are:
- Housing and affordability;
- Equity and jobs;
- Thriving and liveable suburbs and towns; and
- Sustainable environments and climate action.
The Government will hold pop-up events across the state.
Mayor Kate Makin said Council would advocate for a visit in at least one town or location in the Shire.
“We are one of the larger municipalities, land area wise, and one of the larger producers contributing to the state economy,” Cr Makin said.
“As such we’re in a specialist position to land use and transport planning.
“We welcome this consultation and look forward to the team listening to our residents, farmers and the transport operators who carry our dairy and other produce to the rest of the country and the world.”
Cr Makin said the new ‘Plan for Victoria’ was to be written by Victorians, for Victorians.
“I strongly encourage everyone in our community to speak up and make sure we are well represented in the state’s future.
“Key worker housing, public transport, ideas to create opportunities for our young people, sporting infrastructure—whatever you think will build a strong and well-connected community—put it on the table.”
