Theme 1: Activity Centres

Key Objective 1

The Eltham and Diamond Creek Major Activity Centres will continue to provide inclusive and accessible commercial activities, community services, recreational facilities and housing opportunities, as well as containing a substantial public transport hub.

Key Objective 2

The Major Activity Centres will continue to accommodate most of the Shire’s growth and will have an increased role in providing for a diversity of housing and in particular, medium density housing (including mid-rise commercial development and apartments).

Key Objective 3

The Hurstbridge and Research Neighbourhood Activity Centres will continue to offer a blend of uses and the availability of public transport generally supports higher levels of business and other activities, resulting in lower car usage and enabling multipurpose trips.