Petition Reconsider the proposed Cairnlea Estate Master Plan

The petition of certain citizens of the State of Victoria draws to the attention of the Legislative Council that Cairnlea residents are deeply concerned about Development Victoria’s proposed redevelopment of the estate. Development Victoria’s own online survey showed strong preferences for family-sized dwellings and community facilities from a vast majority of respondents. Yet the Cairnlea Estate Master Plan released months later reflected almost the opposite of what residents had called for, disregarding local views. 

Residents call for a Precinct Structure Plans that includes a diverse range of housing options, not solely high-density dwellings and an indoor multipurpose recreational facility with an aquatic centre and integrated parks and sporting fields accessible to residents of all ages and abilities.

These vital amenities are essential for fostering the health, wellbeing, and social cohesion of our community, especially considering the very close proximity to two gambling venues. The inclusion of these amenities is sound social policy that builds strong community in a local government area with the second highest level of socio-economic disadvantage in all Metropolitan Melbourne. A balanced and well-planned development, incorporating these elements, will create a thriving and sustainable community for all.

The petitioners therefore request that the Legislative Council call on the Government to urgently reconsider the proposed Cairnlea Estate Master Plan and develop a Precinct Structure Plan that includes a diverse range of housing options, an indoor multipurpose recreational facility with an aquatic centre and integrated parks and sporting fields.