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• Our Country [CP1]. Deep cultural and spiritual connections with the land exists within the region,
where the connection with Country is evident in the Dreamtime Stories of the Wadawurrung and
Gadubanud peoples.
• Hinterland to Coast Connection [CP2]. The hinterland of valleys and ridges connects the coast
with river and creek catchments flowing down to the sea.
• The Natural Amphitheatre [CP3]. Formations of hills, valleys and cliffs form at various locations a
natural amphitheatre (a cove) in which the town is positioned.
• Contrasting Landscapes [CP4]. The steep uplifts of the Otway Ranges and deeply dissected valleys and cliffs on the coastline transferring into long stretches of sandy beaches provide for contrasting landscapes.
• Forests and Woodlands [CP5]. The trees of the Otway forest, as well as the woodlands of the
coastal bush, create stature, and connect the landscape with the town in many ways.
• The Heads and Cliffs [CP6]. The cliffs at the river inlet provide for dramatic landscape features and
the contrast between the soft water of the ocean, gentle sandy beaches, and hard heads and cliff
formations.
• River of Life [CP7]. The river and creeks can be seen as the arteries that inject life into the town and
surrounds, both in a natural landscape, environmental and human settlement context.
• Wetland and Saltmarsh [CP8]. Wetlands and saltmarsh are key to the functioning of ecological
systems at the intersection of the ocean and the river inlets.
• Beach, Rocks and Surf [CP9]. Small secluded beaches enclosed with a rocky coastline and steep
cliffs; in other instances, long stretches of sandy beaches.
• The Great Ocean Road - Connections and Crossings [CP10]. The Great Ocean Road connects the
towns with each other along the coast, with connector roads to the main Great Ocean Road.
• The Formal-Informal Street Grid [CP11]. The layouts of various precincts within the town are
arranged according to a formal and/or informal street grid alongside hills and valleys, rivers and
inlets.
• Nomad’s Rest [CP12]. The caravan park and cottages support the economic stability for each town,
accommodating holidaymakers and tourists.
• The Recreation Reserve [CP13]. The Recreation Reserve is the place where community recreation
activities occur, including sport fields, playgrounds, gardens, shelters with BBQ and picnic tables,
and pathways.
• The Shopping Strip [CP14]. Small commercial zones in various locations, as centres to the town,
are predominantly along the main road. It is a ‘living centre’ with local and tourists activities combined, including historical buildings to enhance town character.
• The Esplanade [CP15]. The Esplanade connects a cluster of walkways, foreshore reserves, open
public spaces, as well as key community centres to enhance connectivity.
• The Jetty and the Pier [CP16]. They provide access to the rivers and sea for fishing and recreational
activities.
• Valued Community [CP17]. Encourage activity and community gathering places that promote a
cohesion of friendship, peacefulness and a sense of belonging.
• Local Heritage and Culture [CP18]. Acknowledge local heritage and historical built and natural
assets, Aboriginal special and sacred sites, and historical town values.
• Boundaries [CP19]. Boundaries are formed between built form and natural elements, neighbourhoods and sub-cultures; strengthen these boundaries to enhance local character.
• At the Heart [CP20]. Strong centres support the overall functionality of the town. One or more
centres need to be classified as being ‘at the heart’ of the town, the neighbourhood or community
precinct.
• Tread Lightly [CP21]. Tread lightly on the land; ensure minimal disturbance to its physical, ecological and biophysical processes.
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• Our Country [CP1]. Deep cultural and spiritual connections with the land exists within the region,
where the connection with Country is evident in the Dreamtime Stories of the Wadawurrung and
Gadubanud peoples.
• Hinterland to Coast Connection [CP2]. The hinterland of valleys and ridges connects the coast
with river and creek catchments flowing down to the sea.
• The Natural Amphitheatre [CP3]. Formations of hills, valleys and cliffs form at various locations a
natural amphitheatre (a cove) in which the town is positioned.
• Contrasting Landscapes [CP4]. The steep uplifts of the Otway Ranges and deeply dissected valleys and cliffs on the coastline transferring into long stretches of sandy beaches provide for contrasting landscapes.
• Forests and Woodlands [CP5]. The trees of the Otway forest, as well as the woodlands of the
coastal bush, create stature, and connect the landscape with the town in many ways.
• The Heads and Cliffs [CP6]. The cliffs at the river inlet provide for dramatic landscape features and
the contrast between the soft water of the ocean, gentle sandy beaches, and hard heads and cliff
formations.
• River of Life [CP7]. The river and creeks can be seen as the arteries that inject life into the town and
surrounds, both in a natural landscape, environmental and human settlement context.
• Wetland and Saltmarsh [CP8]. Wetlands and saltmarsh are key to the functioning of ecological
systems at the intersection of the ocean and the river inlets.
• Beach, Rocks and Surf [CP9]. Small secluded beaches enclosed with a rocky coastline and steep
cliffs; in other instances, long stretches of sandy beaches.
• The Great Ocean Road - Connections and Crossings [CP10]. The Great Ocean Road connects the
towns with each other along the coast, with connector roads to the main Great Ocean Road.
• The Formal-Informal Street Grid [CP11]. The layouts of various precincts within the town are
arranged according to a formal and/or informal street grid alongside hills and valleys, rivers and
inlets.
• Nomad’s Rest [CP12]. The caravan park and cottages support the economic stability for each town,
accommodating holidaymakers and tourists.
• The Recreation Reserve [CP13]. The Recreation Reserve is the place where community recreation
activities occur, including sport fields, playgrounds, gardens, shelters with BBQ and picnic tables,
and pathways.
• The Shopping Strip [CP14]. Small commercial zones in various locations, as centres to the town,
are predominantly along the main road. It is a ‘living centre’ with local and tourists activities combined, including historical buildings to enhance town character.
• The Esplanade [CP15]. The Esplanade connects a cluster of walkways, foreshore reserves, open
public spaces, as well as key community centres to enhance connectivity.
• The Jetty and the Pier [CP16]. They provide access to the rivers and sea for fishing and recreational
activities.
• Valued Community [CP17]. Encourage activity and community gathering places that promote a
cohesion of friendship, peacefulness and a sense of belonging.
• Local Heritage and Culture [CP18]. Acknowledge local heritage and historical built and natural
assets, Aboriginal special and sacred sites, and historical town values.
• Boundaries [CP19]. Boundaries are formed between built form and natural elements, neighbourhoods and sub-cultures; strengthen these boundaries to enhance local character.
• At the Heart [CP20]. Strong centres support the overall functionality of the town. One or more
centres need to be classified as being ‘at the heart’ of the town, the neighbourhood or community
precinct.
• Tread Lightly [CP21]. Tread lightly on the land; ensure minimal disturbance to its physical, ecological and biophysical processes.
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