Showcase for 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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Next month is one of the last chances for music fans to enjoy a hefty sample of what they can experience at the Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival in November.
The third BB&RMF showcase for 2012 comes to the Newmarket Hotel on Sunday, September 2.
It’ll feature a slightly louder and a little off-kilter flavour as Bendigo’s Rhythm Kings, Salvador and McAlpine’s Fusiliers bring the local chops alongside the uncomparable Colonel Viper’s Whipstick Band, the mature cool of The Dirtbusters and the precocious talents of Talisa Jobe.
Former guitarist with Triple J favourites Mammal, PL Williamson, also joins a BB&RMF bill for the first time, while the ever-slick, Melbourne blues five-piece Cold Snap, return to their adopted home of Bendigo for another high energy show.
The BB&RMF continues to gain serious momentum after attracting its largest showcase crowd to the Goldmines on July 22 for the Ewes, Brews, Blues and Stews, as nearly 500 people attended the seven hour show which raised thousands of valuable dollars to help stage and market the November festival.
It also saw the successful collaboration between new festival partner Bendigo Beer and the BB&RMF grow even stronger.
“We couldn’t be happier with the outcome from the Goldmines show,” festival director Colin Thompson said. ‘‘I’m blown away, and so appreciative for the support we get from the great musicians, venues and the loyal live music fans who continue to prove that we’re onto a good thing.”
Thompson said the September gig at The Newmarket continues the BB&RMF’s tradition of each showcase having its own particular flavour.
“The last one at the Goldmines was a laid back affair, the next one at the Newmarket will be a little more high-energy, a little louder, a little crazy, with a celtic and traditional flavour thrown in – along with some good old jugband music as well,” he said.
‘‘The Newy show will feature acts who’ve never played one of our events before and some who I’ve never actually seen in the flesh, so I’m as excited about this one as any of the shows we’ve put together so far.”
September 22 will also see the arrival of the Blues Tram, where Bendigo’s classic vintage trams will feature top class blues & roots performers sharing their craft in an intimate setting.
“The Blues Trams will be something unique to Bendigo,” Thompson said.
“The Bendigo Blues & Roots Music Festival – and it’s supporting events – offer a great experience for anyone who wants to come get a taste of what Bendigo has to offer.”
For details go to www.bendigobluesandroots.com.au
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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