Share your vision for the Boundary Creek Open Space Plan

Published on 27 June 2025

Murrindindi Shire Council is working with specialist landscape architects Michael Smith & Associates (MSA) to explore how the public open space at the east of Boundary Creek Boulevard could be transformed into a flood-resilient, community-friendly area.

Council is preparing a concept plan that will guide potential improvements to the site, which is located within a flood overlay. This means development options are limited, but the vision is to create a usable and inviting space that benefits local residents.
This early-stage planning process will help determine what is possible and support future funding applications. The site will remain fully accessible during this time and you may notice consultants on site collecting information to inform the Plan.

Council is now seeking feedback from the community to shape the concept. The final draft Plan will reflect the community’s priorities and ideas gathered during the engagement period.

To help guide the project, community members are invited to attend two upcoming drop-in sessions to speak with Council representatives, Cheviot Ward Councillor and Sustainability and Assets Portfolio holder Cr Sue Carpenter, and the project team:

• Friday 18 July from 4.00 to 6.00 pm at Yea Council Chambers, 15 The Semi Circle, Yea
• Saturday 19 July from 9.30 to 11.30 am, on site, at the Boundary Creek Reserve alongside Boundary Creek Boulevard, Yea

More opportunities to speak with Council representatives will be provided. We will keep the community updated as the Plan progresses through traditional media and on our community engagement platform The Loop website.

If you are unable to attend a session, you can share your feedback or ask questions via the above website link, or by calling Council’s Manager Community Wellbeing on (03) 5772 0333. Consultation closes Tuesday 22 July 2025.

'This is a unique opportunity for the Boundary Creek community to shape a public space that reflects local needs and values. We want to create something that works with the natural landscape and provides a place for people to walk, sit and connect. Community feedback is vital to ensure the Plan reflects what people truly want,' said Cr Sue Carpenter.

'I encourage everyone to drop by one of our sessions or share their thoughts online. This is just the start of the process, and we want it to be community-led from the beginning.'