This year, Council will be developing a Master Plan for the open space area between Ballad Avenue, Hales Street, the primary school and the Inglis River.
We are developing a master plan as a result of community feedback regarding the importance of this reserve, both for environmental purposes as well as recreational purposes.
In considering the location and the exceptional ecological and landscape qualities of the site, Council views its highest priority for this space is to rewild it in a way that enhances its natural values and habitat area. Secondarily, we are looking at possibilities for how these wonderful natural values can be used as an educational resource. We will also explore if there are any recreational uses that are compatible with these rewilding and educational priorities, although these recreational uses are envisaged to be secondary to the primary rewilding purpose.
Council will look to develop the Master Plan through community consultation on two separate occasions:
- Phase 1 – Listening to the community regarding any hopes or concerns regarding the site. The insights we gather this way will be used to help inform the Master Plan development.
- Phase 2 – After developing the draft Master Plan, Council will seek feedback from the community. Any information provided during the phase will be considered before the plan is formally adopted.
Community Feedback
Community feedback closed on 30th October 2024.
FAQ
We would love to hear your thoughts about how you hope this space might be used and how this lines up with the special features of this area. All feedback will be reviewed prior to developing the master plan – so your input could help to shape this wonderful area!
The Plan will set a clear vision for the future management of the area to respect, protect and enhance its ecological and landscape values. It provides us with a set of guidelines that addresses any environmental or safety concerns and what we might need to do to develop the space into the intended vision.