Omeo - Creating a masterplan for the Justice Precinct

The Omeo Justice Precinct Masterplan project is vital for preserving local heritage, while creating new opportunities for tourism and community use.

The masterplan project aims to bring new life to the Omeo Justice Precinct by finding business opportunities that will help create a lively and appealing tourist destination.

The Precinct, located in central Omeo, has great potential to attract visitors and support the local economy.

By giving the historic buildings and surrounding area a new purpose, we can protect their heritage and ensure they are enjoyed for years to come.

Community engagement update

We invited you to share what you value the most about the Precinct via using the ideas board on this page from 16 May to 30 June 2025. Community drop-in and co-design sessions were held on 25 & 26 June 2025 at the Omeo Community Hub.

Community Engagement Sessions Complete
On Thursday 18th and Friday 19th September, two community engagement sessions were delivered in Omeo. Both sessions were well-attended, with a high level of participation and constructive feedback from local residents, businesses, and stakeholders.

Collaboration & Focus Areas Emerging

The engagement was shaped and strengthened by the combined delivery of council projects, the Omeo Tourism Ecosystem Mapping Report and the Visitor Economy Project, which helped connect the Justice Precinct’s heritage with broader tourism and economic opportunities. Community members shared a strong desire to protect the historical character of the precinct, while also exploring ways to welcome more visitors, boost local businesses, and contribute to Omeo’s growing tourism economy.

Next Steps:
Insights gathered during engagement will inform the draft Master Plan, ensuring it reflects community priorities and integrates with broader visitor economy initiatives across East Gippsland. A refined draft will be presented for further input before finalisation. The presentation precedents of aligning infrastructure examples and draft master plan are attached. Online feedback still open until 17^th of October.

Funding

This project is funded by the Victorian Government through Emergency Recovery Victoria.

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