Settle’s survey for shaping streetscape

MEMBER for Buninyong Michaela Settle is encouraging the township’s residents to share their thoughts on the proposed Buninyong Streetscape upgrades.

Warrenheip Street’s long bus stop, adjacent to the shopping strip, has been included in the City of Ballarat’s concept drawings for the upgrade, although another bus stop exists 100 metres up the road on the Eyre Street corner.

Last week, Ms Settle launched a community campaign to gain feedback on the plans, aware that this 45-metre-long stop services students, residents and visitors, but it could be removed to create a more usable public space, with a green area, seating, an outdoor dining zone, or more carparking.

“The Buninyong Streetscape project will help transform the heart of Buninyong, making it safer for pedestrians, creating new community spaces and helping local traders,” she said.

“Moving the bus stop could create more space… but it would also impact users… reliant on that stop. I want to make sure everyone gets to have their say; it’s their main street, they should get to decide.

“I encourage anyone in Buninyong to have their say before Wednesday, 31 March. Once the survey has closed, I’ll announce the result and work with all parties to deliver the outcome the Buninyong community wants.”

Buninyong Streetscape upgrades will be funded with a State injection of $300,000, and further financial assistance from the Buninyong & District Community Bank and the City.

Visit Ms Settle’s survey at bit.ly/3ciLRco to share your preferences. You can also complete the City’s survey form at bit.ly/3bAwcWT.