Goughs Bay plan adopted

COUNCIL has adopted the Goughs Bay Plan, a document that sets out a 20-year vision for the township, balancing future growth with the preservation of its unique lakeside character. Council said the plan is the culmination of extensive community consultation that began in late 2023. The Goughs Bay Plan provides a strategic framework to manage the area's development, aiming to address key community priorities including environmental conservation, infrastructure enhancement, wastewater management, economic growth and the protection of cultural heritage. Council said it aims to carefully balance future developments with the area's existing natural beauty and recreational charm. A key priority reflected throughout the plan is the commitment to preserving the peaceful and laid-back character that defines the Goughs Bay experience. A central issue addressed by the plan is the lack of reticulated sewerage, which has been a significant barrier to development. While awaiting the final outcomes of a separate Integrated Wastewater Management feasibility study, the Goughs Bay Plan proposes that any future sewer system can be integrated with its recommendations. With the plan now adopted, council will begin preparing a planning scheme amendment to implement the recommendations, embedding the community’s vision into the Mansfield Planning Scheme. More information about the Goughs Bay Plan can be found on the Engage Mansfield website at engage.mansfield.vic.gov.au/goughs-bay-plan.

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