The City of Greater Geelong has developed a draft Masterplan for Lake Lorne Reserve which is located on the western edge of the Drysdale township, immediately adjacent to the Drysdale Railway Station and the Bellarine Rail Trail.
The draft Masterplan sets out actions to protect and enhance the significant environmental values of the Lake Lorne Reserve, whilst providing new passive recreational opportunities.
Following extensive consultation with a Project Working Group comprising a range of key stakeholders, the draft Lake Lorne Reserve Masterplan is currently on public display for comment.
The draft Masterplan recommends the following works:
- A new 2 metre wide walking & cycling track
- A new boardwalk in the north-west corner of the reserve
- New 1.2 metre high conservation fencing above the upper water level of the lake to restrict dog access to the waterfowl conservation area
- New timber post & rail parking barriers along Reserve Road and a section of the Geelong-Portarlington Road to restrict vehicle access onto the reserve
- New seats and bird interpretation signage at key locations
The closing date for written submissions will be 18th March 2011.
There are two options for submitting feedback:
- By using the 'Feedback' section at the bottom of this web page
- Written submissions can be directed to:
Mr Rodney Thomas
Manager- Environment & Natural Resources
City of Greater Geelong
PO Box 104
Geelong, VIC 3220
Fax: 52724620
Copies of the plan will be available for viewing at the following locations:
- Drysdale Customer Service Centre- 18-20 Hancock Street, Drysdale Weekdays 8.00am – 5.00pm
- The City’s website www.geelongaustralia.com.au/council/yoursay
- The City’s Environment & Natural Resources Unit- 26 Moorabool Street, Geelong
- Drysdale Railway Station
If you require further information please contact Bruce Humphries at the City of Greater Geelong:
Tel: 03 5272 4837
Email: bhumphries@geelongcity.vic.gov.au