Shock fire ads
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.”
Bendigo Weekly | Bendigo Weekly | 28-Nov-2011
DEPUTY Premier and Minister for Bushfire Response Peter Ryan has unveiled a new series of hard-hitting bushfire advertisements funded by the State Government in a bid to save lives this summer.
Mr Ryan said less than three years since the tragic 2009 Victorian bushfires which claimed 173 lives, authorities were concerned complacency was creeping back into the community.
“These television advertisements, which will run across Victoria from Thursday, December 1 until the end of February, are confronting and shocking but necessary as they portray what can realistically occur when people are ill-prepared for fires,” he said.
“Victoria is one of the most bushfire prone areas in the world so it is crucial the community understands and recognises the importance of preparing for fires before summer arrives.”
Mr Ryan said the advertisements highlighted the need for all Victorians to be prepared for the fire season, not just residents living in high-risk areas but those travelling the state.
“These chilling advertisements include a 60-second television commercial that describes the horror of what it would actually be like to be caught in a bushfire,” he said.
“The important lesson from this is that if you have a bushfire plan then you are not risking your life, or your family’s, on a last-minute decision.”
The advertisements will run during the 6pm news bulletins until the end of February, with the option to extend the campaign should there be a late fire season.
The Bushfire Bereaved Community Advisory Group reviewed and provided feedback with regards to the Coalition Government’s new fire safety advertising campaign.
The group said it supports the government’s stance on delivering a hard hitting campaign in an effort to improve understanding and overcome complacency.
Mr Ryan said it had never been easier to access information to create a fire plan or check warnings and conditions.
“During Fire Action Week several new online resources were launched including a new Fire Ready smartphone application to provide users with up-to-date warnings and other useful information, such as how far away a fire is from your location,” he said.
“There are also the My Plan and Travellers’ Checklist pages available on the CFA website or through Facebook that will help you plan for fire, so there’s no excuse for not being prepared.”
Mr Ryan said the advertising campaign and the available resources were designed to ensure people understood that fire safety was everyone’s responsibility.
“It’s not good enough to put off your fire plan until the threat is on your doorstep, you must develop your plan now and practise it with your family or friends.
“Or, if you are travelling, be certain to check the fire warnings before you go.”
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.”
