Swifts Creek Structure Plan

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Structure plans for the Omeo and Swifts Creek townships adopted at Council meeting.

The Swifts Creek Structure Plan was adopted at the 17 September Council meeting. Minutes for the meeting can be found here. The adoption of the plan means it can now move to the implementation stage.

The Swifts Creek Structure Plan was informed by findings outlined in the Swifts Creek Structure Plan Background Report and by community feedback gathered through the development of the Omeo District Place Plan. Here is the engagement report providing an overview of the opportunities for community involvement and participation levels - Swifts Creek Structure Plan Engagement Report.

Local knowledge gathered helped shape the goals and actions in the structure plans.

A high-level feasibility investigation into medium to long-term wastewater servicing options for Swifts Creek has also been undertaken and a report prepared and is available via this link Wastewater Investigation Report.

The Swifts Creek Structure Plan proposes:

  • Changes to planning zones on specific parcels of land to better align with current and historical uses.
  • Actions for further opportunities and advocacy relating to the following themes:
    • Housing
    • Local economy and land use
    • Landscape and environment
    • Urban design, built form and heritage
    • Movement and transport
    • Community infrastructure
    • Physical infrastructure

A structure plan is a long-term land use plan that provides guidance on managing and facilitating change within a town or area.

✅ Most of Swifts Creek has one of the more flexible zones in the East Gippsland Planning Scheme, the Township Zone!

💡If you have an idea for your property, contact the Planning Team on 5153 9500 or email planning@egipps.vic.gov.au
👉You could also try the new MyLot platform via our website or this link MyLot

*Images provided by Plan2Place

Structure plans for the Omeo and Swifts Creek townships adopted at Council meeting.

The Swifts Creek Structure Plan was adopted at the 17 September Council meeting. Minutes for the meeting can be found here. The adoption of the plan means it can now move to the implementation stage.

The Swifts Creek Structure Plan was informed by findings outlined in the Swifts Creek Structure Plan Background Report and by community feedback gathered through the development of the Omeo District Place Plan. Here is the engagement report providing an overview of the opportunities for community involvement and participation levels - Swifts Creek Structure Plan Engagement Report.

Local knowledge gathered helped shape the goals and actions in the structure plans.

A high-level feasibility investigation into medium to long-term wastewater servicing options for Swifts Creek has also been undertaken and a report prepared and is available via this link Wastewater Investigation Report.

The Swifts Creek Structure Plan proposes:

  • Changes to planning zones on specific parcels of land to better align with current and historical uses.
  • Actions for further opportunities and advocacy relating to the following themes:
    • Housing
    • Local economy and land use
    • Landscape and environment
    • Urban design, built form and heritage
    • Movement and transport
    • Community infrastructure
    • Physical infrastructure

A structure plan is a long-term land use plan that provides guidance on managing and facilitating change within a town or area.

✅ Most of Swifts Creek has one of the more flexible zones in the East Gippsland Planning Scheme, the Township Zone!

💡If you have an idea for your property, contact the Planning Team on 5153 9500 or email planning@egipps.vic.gov.au
👉You could also try the new MyLot platform via our website or this link MyLot

*Images provided by Plan2Place

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    Following are goals of the draft Swifts Creek Structure Plan

    • To ensure housing choice and housing stock that is affordable and meets the needs of the community.
    • To support a mix of land uses and activities to meet local community needs and grow local employment.
    • To respect the landscape and environmental attributes while increasing resilience to natural hazards.
    • To ensure that new development respects and contributes to the character and setting of Swifts Creek.
    • To improve movement connections in and around the township so that they are safe and accessible.
    • To ensure that community facilities and infrastructure support a healthy, resilient and cohesive community.
    • To provide the physical infrastructure and services necessary to meet the current and future growth needs of Swifts Creek.

    Your input will help us to:

    • Understand local context and knowledge
    • Identify opportunities and challenges we might not see on paper.
    • Ensure the Swifts Creek Structure Plan reflects community expectations.

    Does the plan meet your expectations or is there something missing?

      View the draft Swifts Creek Structure Plan

    Further engagement opportunities will be provided at key stages.


    East Gippsland Shire Council collects your information to seek feedback on the draft Swifts Creek Structure Plan. The information you provide will be used to ensure the Swifts Creek Structure Plan reflects community aspirations. This form allows you to submit your feedback anonymously; however, if you choose to include any personal information or refer to where you live, it may be possible to identify you given the specific nature of this initiative. Please note your feedback will be visible to Council staff and external contractors for the specific purpose of developing the Swifts Creek Structure Plan. Words provided in your feedback will not be used or repeated in any public communications or reporting. For more information on Council’s Privacy Policy, please visit the EGSC Privacy Policy link at the bottom of this page or email feedback@egipps.vic.gov.au if you have any questions.

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