Why is development now being considered north of the train line?

Last updated on 27 July 2020

The 2009 Outline Development Plan sought to keep development south of the train line to protect the separation between Gisborne and Macedon and the landscape characteristics of the ranges to the north.

The Gisborne Futures Plan continues to recognise these values, however proposes an extension of the township boundary to Hamilton Road, east of Barringo Road, to provide for long-term medium density housing within easy walking distance to the train station. In the future this will offer opportunities for renewal of vacant industrial sites, and transform rural living land, both which generally deliver a fragmented and poor quality landscape outcome.