Smack the snack
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 | 21-Sep-2012
Snacking can be where the whole family, or the staff room, falls down when it comes to eating more healthily.
If you struggle with the temptation of unhealthy snacks such as chocolate, chips, lollies and soft drinks at work, when out at the shops or when you get home, some preparation can help you avoid temptation.
Some strategies for success:
• Limit unhealthy treats to once a week or fortnight. Try to avoid cafes and shops that stock those temptations. You could change the time of day you shop or the route you take walking home.
• Prepare snacks in advance.
• Always have a bottle of water on hand and keep well hydrated.
• Don’t carry money when you are out for a walk.
• Avoid or move quickly through those parts of the supermarket that you know are difficult.
Snack Ideas
A platter with fresh chopped seasonal fruit, plain unsalted nuts, and chopped vegetable sticks (carrot, cucumber, capsicum, celery) with a low fat dip like hummus or tzatziki. This type of snack won’t spoil your appetite either. Toast wholemeal crumpets and spread them with margarine or a Tick approved peanut butter.
Wrap banana, ricotta and sultanas in wholemeal lavash bread.
A dollop of low fat fruit yoghurt in a cup, topped with a little untoasted muesli.
These suggestions are from the Heart Foundation website, which is full of great healthy eating options for main meals, desserts and snacks.
Remember too, the proceeds from this year’s Bendigo’s Biggest Winner go to the Heart Foundation.
Here’s a recipe from the website:
Apricot and oat balls
This healthier snack makes a great pick-me-up for afternoon tea.
Makes 16
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Ingredients
2 cups (180g) Uncle Toby’s Traditional Oats or Multigrain Oats, toasted*
1 cup (150g) dried apricots
¼ cup (60mL) honey
30g canola or sunflower margarine, melted*
*Products available with the Heart Foundation Tick. Remember all fresh fruit and vegetables automatically qualify for the Tick.
Instructions
1. Place oats, apricots, honey and margarine in a food processor. Process for 2-3 minutes or until well combined.
2. Using wet hands, roll level tablespoons of mixture into balls.
The apricot and oat balls don’t need baking or refrigeration so you can eat straight away.
You can get more great recipes from www.heartfoundation.org.au/recipes.
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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