Feedback sought on MEGA Strategic Framework Plan

Published on 17 April 2024

Development of the Mildura East Growth Area (MEGA) Strategic Framework is entering its next exciting stage, with Mildura Rural City Council seeking feedback on both the MEGA Framework Plan and a Stormwater Management Strategy for the study area.

The Mildura East Framework Plan sets objectives and actions that will shape how a set area of land between Mildura, Irymple and Nichols Point will develop. It will also provide direction for another small area near the Mildura Marina.

The area was identified as a ‘growth area’ as part of the Mildura Housing and Settlement Strategy due to its location, existing residential community and the need for a variety of options for growth.

While the Framework Plan sets the foundation for this work, more detailed planning will need to be undertaken as different parts of the area develop.

Mildura Mayor Liam Wood said it was important everyone who wants to provide feedback has a chance to do so.

“It’s only through this valuable feedback that we can make sure the plan is robust and achieves the goals and objectives outlined in the Vision & Key Directions Report which was adopted by Council in July 2022,” Cr Wood said.

“The study area is large, and so a Framework Plan was needed to ensure that it develops in a coordinated manner, ensuring affordable infrastructure and liveable communities, allowing for development of approximately 1,000 dwellings in the first phase and more than 4,000 at completion.

“In providing feedback it’s important to remember that Council has adopted the Vision & Key Directions Report already – so key aspects of the plan are already agreed.

“This stage of engagement is where we are looking for feedback from stakeholders as to the details of the plans, things like issues we may need to be aware of, barriers that may exist, what people are excited about and what might not be clear enough in the plan.”

Those interested can provide feedback by completing a short survey at yoursay.mildura.vic.gov.au/MEGASFP

Feedback closes on Friday 10 May 2024.

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