Gearing up for the climb
BENDIGO’S residential Strategy will be reviewed because of greater than expected growth.
The State Government has announced a grant of $50,000 to carry out the review.
The review is needed because, according to the State Government, 40 per cent of the forecast growth between 2006 and 2031 had already been realised.
Regional Development Parliamentary Secretary Damian Drum made the announcement this morning.
Mr Drum said the Bendigo Residential Strategy Review would deliver greater community and investor certainty, helping the region grow.
“The Bendigo Residential Development Strategy was adopted in 2004 and is currently being audited because of the faster than anticipated growth that has occurred in Bendigo in recent years,” he said.
“Strong residential growth has many flow-on economic benefits and having a clear framework for future development will position Greater Bendigo City Council to undertake more detailed, place-based planning in the future.”
Deputy Premier Peter Ryan said about 40 per cent of the forecast growth between 2006 and 2031 had already been realised.
The Residential Strategy impacts directly on where and how property developments use “infill” parcels of land, range of housing styles and also on housing affordability.
“This project will review the strategy, assess current and estimated land supply and demand and consider various legislative and policy changes,” Mr Ryan said,
“It will also consider the latest demographic data and establish a new strategic framework to guide the long-term residential growth of Greater Bendigo.
“The project will result in a revised residential strategy that will give developers, the community and service providers greater surety and confidence about where land can be developed for residential purposes, and that sufficient land is available to accommodate the City of Greater Bendigo’s future growth.”
Mr Ryan said a contemporary strategic planning framework was essential to the economic development of a large regional centre like Bendigo.
“Clearly identifying future growth options and supporting infrastructure needs will enable the Greater Bendigo City Council and other infrastructure providers to plan their capital works programs well in advance,” he said.
“Identifying long-term growth areas will enable the council and other service authorities to start planning for the delivery of services, thereby minimising the lag time between when residential development occurs and when the services need to be in place.”
Ben Cameron | Bendigo Weekly | 09-Dec-2011 4.49pm
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TECHNIQUE: Hill climbs can be made easier.
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Up hill and down dale, the lofty heights and deep valleys are where the bike rider’s character and mettle is shaped and strengthened.
Hills, once you get your mind around them, can be better than a long flat ride where you are more likely to encounter a head or cross wind that can be far more of a challenge.
For every uphill there is bound to be a downhill that allows a degree of recovery and a reward for every rise conquered.
What seems to be one of the biggest challenges for newcomers on the bike with hills, is getting the gearing right to match the power to weight and level of fitness.
Hills, most of the time, are best ridden at your own pace and by keeping control of your breathing and pedal rhythm until you have established the strength and endurance to work the legs.
Often gears are changed too soon, new riders see the hill, start to feel overwhelmed and go for the softer gears.
Each gear change slows their pace down considerably.
Finding what is your optimum cadence for the power outputs requires the mind to be at rest and the diaphragm to be in good working order to work the lungs and feed the oxygenated blood to the muscles.
Keeping soft hands on the handle bars, feet flat on the pedals and looking ahead not down also helps in a hill climb.
Getting over the fear of standing is often related to poor gear selection.
When the full body weight rises over the pedals they drop to the bottom of the stroke quickly and the foot is not used to rotate across the top and bottom of the stroke.
Selecting a harder gear, then standing is the better way to learn to stand and pedal.
Keeping the body still and upright over the pedals minimises the temptation to sway from side to side which reduces the power created through the pedals.
With the right gears the rotation of the pedals becomes more of a fluent action with equal pressure through both legs and feet across the top and bottom of the stroke as well as pushing down and pulling up.
When standing, make sure you take your bike forward, do not pull back on the handle bars to bring your body up out of the saddle, this will send the bike shooting backwards.
When you have begun to master the art of hills, you are better placed to ride in a bunch, but there are some finer points to take into consideration for both riding up hill and coming down.
Concentration levels need to be sharp as well as being alert in watching the road and line being taken by other riders by staying off the wheel a little.
Try not to ride the brakes, tap your brakes more often or try to get out of the direct draft and allow the wind to take speed off.
When on the front keep pedalling consistently.
When in the bunch don’t just roll with legs idle, keep your legs moving slowly just enough to stay in touch with the gear.
Keeping the blood flowing is important to be ready for the next uphill. Remaining relaxed but alert of the group movement and speed will allow a safe response for you and members of your bunch.
Looking forward to seeing you on the road soon, God willing.
BENDIGO’S residential Strategy will be reviewed because of greater than expected growth.
The State Government has announced a grant of $50,000 to carry out the review.
The review is needed because, according to the State Government, 40 per cent of the forecast growth between 2006 and 2031 had already been realised.
Regional Development Parliamentary Secretary Damian Drum made the announcement this morning.
Mr Drum said the Bendigo Residential Strategy Review would deliver greater community and investor certainty, helping the region grow.
“The Bendigo Residential Development Strategy was adopted in 2004 and is currently being audited because of the faster than anticipated growth that has occurred in Bendigo in recent years,” he said.
“Strong residential growth has many flow-on economic benefits and having a clear framework for future development will position Greater Bendigo City Council to undertake more detailed, place-based planning in the future.”
Deputy Premier Peter Ryan said about 40 per cent of the forecast growth between 2006 and 2031 had already been realised.
The Residential Strategy impacts directly on where and how property developments use “infill” parcels of land, range of housing styles and also on housing affordability.
“This project will review the strategy, assess current and estimated land supply and demand and consider various legislative and policy changes,” Mr Ryan said,
“It will also consider the latest demographic data and establish a new strategic framework to guide the long-term residential growth of Greater Bendigo.
“The project will result in a revised residential strategy that will give developers, the community and service providers greater surety and confidence about where land can be developed for residential purposes, and that sufficient land is available to accommodate the City of Greater Bendigo’s future growth.”
Mr Ryan said a contemporary strategic planning framework was essential to the economic development of a large regional centre like Bendigo.
“Clearly identifying future growth options and supporting infrastructure needs will enable the Greater Bendigo City Council and other infrastructure providers to plan their capital works programs well in advance,” he said.
“Identifying long-term growth areas will enable the council and other service authorities to start planning for the delivery of services, thereby minimising the lag time between when residential development occurs and when the services need to be in place.”
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