Goughs Bay Streetscape Works

Published on 14 July 2022

Goughs Bay will have a revamped streetscape with new and improved facilities for locals and visitors to enjoy following a Council allocation of $50,000 in the 2021/2022 budget.

The streetscape will include an open space area at the intersection of Bayside Boulevard and Main Street with a shelter, free BBQ and picnic seating. Landscaping, drainage works and selective scrub removal will be undertaken improving views to Lake Eildon and transforming the space into a more attractive and functional area for community use.

In addition to seating in the open space, new durable and ecofriendly picnic settings will be installed in the coming weeks at the General Store and on the foreshore opposite the caravan park.

A draft project plan was developed earlier this year in consultation with the Goughs Bay Progress Association who advocated for works that would improve both the streetscape and address the unique needs of the Goughs Bay community.

Wider consultation and feedback on the draft plan identified that picnic tables and the enhancement of open space was important to add amenity and to beautify the area.

Mayor Cr James Tehan said the project was underpinned by Council’s town planning policies and a commitment to the beauty and amenity of public areas.

“As part of our commitment to vibrant liveability within the Shire, we have worked closely with the Goughs Bay community to develop the plan and have considered the feedback from the many people who visit and stay at Goughs Bay to determine the final components to be included in the project.

“These infrastructure improvements will meet the demands of the growing community and enhance the visitor experience in the longer term,” he said.

Council will continue to work closely with the Goughs Bay community who will assist with labour to install the components of the project.

All works are anticipated to be completed later this year ready for the community and visitors ahead of the expected increase in visitation over the summer period.