The City of Greater Bendigo is preparing a Huntly Structure Plan to guide the township’s sustainable growth and development over the next 30 years and is seeking five new members to join the established Huntly Community Reference Group.
The Community Reference Group brings the community, landowners, businesses, and other key stakeholders together to develop an achievable plan which will ultimately help guide and transform Huntly over time.
In 2022, 11 members were appointed to the reference group. The City is now seeking expressions of interest to fill five of these positions that have become vacant, increasing the group to 12 members in total. These positions are open to people who are passionate about Huntly and its long-term development.
Members of the reference group take part in meetings, share community perspectives, and collaborate with City officers to inform and shape the structure plan.
The Huntly Structure Plan will provide a framework for the future expansion of the town, explore opportunities for additional commercial and retail offerings, and consider the infrastructure needs of the community.
Manager Strategic Planning Anthony Petherbridge thanked those who were stepping down from the group for their valued contribution and encouraged new community members interested in Huntly to get involved.
“Expressions of interest have opened for five positions on the Community Reference Group and people from a broad cross-section of the community, reflecting diverse interests and backgrounds, are encouraged to apply and get in involved in the planning for Huntly’s future growth.
“It is also open to representatives from community and sporting groups, and local businesses,” Mr Petherbridge.
“Huntly has experienced strong residential growth over the past few years, and the City’s adopted Managed Growth Strategy identifies further growth for Huntly.
“A structure plan is the best way to plan for this future growth in a sustainable way and based on Huntly’s community vision. It consists of plans, policies, maps, and guidelines that identify areas for new development, redevelopment, and infrastructure improvements.”
The Community Reference Group will run for about 18 months while the structure plan continues to be developed. Meetings are held quarterly on weekday evenings (6-8pm) in Huntly.
Expressions of interest close on Friday February 27. To apply, visit the City’s online engagement platform, Let’s Talk Greater Bendigo: