Kouta backs Ratten's Blues
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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Anthony Koutoufides in the Bendigo Weekly offices.
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CARLTON AFL legend Anthony Koutoufides has described recent criticism of embattled coach Brett Ratten “part of the natural coaching cycle”.
Before an appearance in Bendigo today, the 278-game Blues champion and two-time best and fairest winner spoke in defence of his 1995 premiership teammate.
“It’s just natural, Carlton supporters demand success and everyone thought that this was probably the year when they were playing good footy early on,” he said.
“Everyone knows with footy you’re paid a lot of money, scrutinised heavily and you’re watched by everyone so unfortunately he has to just put up with it.”
The man who wore the famous number 43 guernsey said he follows AFL from a distance these days, but puts his former club’s drop in form mostly down to injuries.
“I love the club and will always be indebted to the club, they gave me my opportunity and provided me with so much, but I only watch from a distance.
“They had a few injuries, and the depth doesn’t look to be there, and you lose confidence when some of those players aren’t out there.”
Koutoufides has been doing the rounds of several clubs in Victoria, making cameo appearances for Moonee Valley, Deer Park and Hillside among others.
He was lured to North Bendigo in April to play alongside former Carlton teammate and current North coach Damien Lock, and had high praise for the 33 year-old.
“I was approached by the club, was told that Damian Lock is the coach, so that was probably the reason I decided to come up for the game,” he said.
“I’m rapt that he’s getting an opportunity to coach, and he was fantastic that day, he had high expectations of his players and they certainly go out there and played for him.
“The way he set it up and the way he spoke to the players was great, he’s doing a really good job.”
As for his footballing future, the 39 year-old said he has probably played his last competitive game.
“I think that’s it for me, I think I’ve officially retired, again.”
“When you play football for so long and you give it away, something inside of you wants to get back out there and play with some teammates again, but to be honest I’m not sure.
“I haven’t played that well this year, and it’s really only been to make money for the clubs and be in that team environment, but as for next year it’s not something I have intentions of doing.”
Koutoufides was in Bendigo to promote nutrition and weight management company Herbalife Australia, through Keith and Karen's Hebalife Bendigo businesses, as well as record an interview for www.bendigoiptv.com
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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