Table of Contents - Nillumbik Shire Council

Hurstbridge Township StrategyRural Land UseFew comments were received in relation to rural land use, with most comments generatingsupport for the continuance of non-urban breaks between settlements and to improve landmanagement practices.Economic DevelopmentThere has been an emphasis from many sections of the community to nurture andencourage greater tourism in the area. Although large sections of the community are infavour of promoting tourism, it is felt that this should not be to the detriment of the town’scurrent service role to the local community, nor should it have a detrimental impact on theenvironment. Improvement to retail activity in the township is also supported.InfrastructureSubmissions to the Strategy have primarily focussed on the issues of the Main RoadConcept Plan, Monash Bridge, by-pass road options and public open space. Mostrespondents were generally in favour of the concept plans, with the main exception beingthe narrowing of Main Road. Monash Bridge proved a more contentious issue, with justover half of those making a submission relating to the bridge in favour of a new two-lanebridge.Support was given to the provision of more public facilities and amenities on public land.There was also strong support for the provision of youth and childcare facilities in thetownship centre.Nillumbik Shire Council – March 2002iv