What we did

To support open and transparent conversations about the future of the Rural Residential Investigation area, we undertook two key engagement activities in 2025:

• Community survey (July–August 2025): 108 people shared their views on long‑term property plans, what matters most in managing any future land use transition, and what they value about the area.
• Small group discussions (October 2025): 99 residents participated in 14 facilitated sessions, discussing topics such as valued local features, aspirations for your primary residence, environmental considerations, infrastructure needs, fairness for current residents, and the planning process.

The opportunity to have a say was promoted through the project webpage, letters to more than 3,400 nearby property owners and residents, emails to registered project followers, and geotargeted social media advertising.

What we heard

Community views on potential future land uses varied widely. Survey responses showed a mix of opposition, concern, uncertainty, cautious openness and support for both residential and employment/industrial uses. The small group sessions provided deeper insight into:

• the importance of certainty and timely decisions
• concerns about displacement, lifestyle impacts and environmental values
• aspirations for how change should be managed
• the need for infrastructure to support any future growth
• the desire for clear communication, fair treatment and ongoing opportunities to be heard.

How your input is being used

We are working towards updating the community in mid-2026 with Phase 2 - Land Use Directions to provide more clarity to the community about what the investigations mean for their land.

Future decisions about what the land is suitable for and whether it may transition to different uses will consider:

• community and industry feedback
• surrounding land uses
• city land supply needs
• available or planned infrastructure
• site-based environmental values
• other site constraints.

Your contributions are an important part of this planning process, and the Community Engagement Summary documents what you shared with us openly and honestly. We sincerely appreciate the time, thought and care you brought to this engagement.

Read the full report here.