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Table 11.3 Generic generative codes for the settlements along the Great Ocean Road coast
Generative Code:
[GC1] Deep Connections to the Land
Explanation:
Deep cultural and spiritual connections with the land exist within the region of the Great Ocean Road coast,
embedded in the longer-term history of human and landscape interaction of the place. The changing landscape over
long periods of time, the climate patterns, and the human settlement patterns of the past and current are visible
within the overall geometric structure of the place. The wholeness of the region connects the unique characteristics
of each settlement together; it defines ‘how big is here’ and helps to put together the context of place dynamics and
phenomena in relation to the deep connections to the land. This Generative Code seeks to identify the spirit of the
place, and then to establish steps for the preservation of these connections. The connection to Country will be
established by protecting special and sacred sites of the Aboriginal people.
Statement:
A continued effort shall be made to identify the deep spiritual and cultural connections to the land in order to
preserve it and the wholeness of the region that is evident in its geometric structure and the spirit of the place.
Core Patterns Aligned:
Our Country [CP1], Hinterland to Coast Connection [CP2], Local Heritage and Culture [CP18]
Generative Code:
[GC2] Diagnosis of the Land
Explanation:
The land of the region of the Great Ocean Road coastal region is characterised by natural beauty and formations.
Towns are settled within the beauty of the landscape, surrounded by the steep uplifts of the Otway Ranges and
deeply dissected valleys and cliffs on the coastlines, extending into coastal grasslands and agricultural lands.
Forests and woodlands provide for a variety of ecology and vegetation systems, enriching the soils and catchment
areas surrounding the towns. Visiting these places, walking around on the land, one will encounter various places
with natural beauty and special characteristics. This Generative Code seeks to protect them and enhance them by
providing steps that will ensure the preservation of these special places within the land. The diagnosis shall include
the recording of these special places, the geography of the land, its shape, the rivers and creeks, their fauna and
flora, and their relation to the settlements.
Statement:
The natural beauty of the land shall be recorded on a diagnosis map of the land, and steps taken to protect these
special places that will be listed in the core patterns related to the land. Its landscape attributes shall be respected,
and work carried out to enhance existing habitats, both in vegetation, wildlife, and human occupation.
Core Patterns Aligned:
Hinterland to Coast Connection [CP2], The Natural Amphitheatre [CP3], Contrasting Landscapes [CP4], Forests
and Woodlands [CP5], The Heads and Cliffs [CP6], River of Life [CP7], Wetland and Saltmarsh [CP8], Beach,
Rocks and Surf [CP9]
Generative Code:
[GC3] Diagnosis of Settlement
Explanation:
Towns along the Great Ocean Road coast are settled within the beauty of the landscape, each settlement functioning
within its own structure and setting, yet also being linked to the other settlements within the region. The existence
of these towns and their social and economic survival is closely linked to the attributes and services that the
landscape offers. Each town inherited attributes and values that contribute to its existence, underpinned by latent
centres and core patterns. The interconnected core patterns are the cohesion of everything that forms the harmony
of the whole. This Generative Code aims to establish those latent centres and core patterns, enhance them, and
strengthen them.
Statement:
Establish the latent centres and core patterns of each settlement, enhance them and strengthen them. Conduct a
detailed town diagnosis of each settlement, to help identify within its broader context the regenerative attributes
that can assist in the restoration of sources and energy that support its existence.
Core Patterns Aligned:
The Great Ocean Road - Connections and Crossings [CP10], The Formal-Informal Street Grid [CP11], Nomad’s
Rest [CP12], the Recreation Reserve [CP13], The Shopping Strip [CP14], The Esplanade [CP15], The Jetty and
Pier [CP16], Boundaries [CP19], At the Heart [CP20], Pathways and Walkways [CP23], Views [CP24], Meeting
Place [CP26]
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Table 11.3 Generic generative codes for the settlements along the Great Ocean Road coast
Generative Code:
[GC1] Deep Connections to the Land
Explanation:
Deep cultural and spiritual connections with the land exist within the region of the Great Ocean Road coast,
embedded in the longer-term history of human and landscape interaction of the place. The changing landscape over
long periods of time, the climate patterns, and the human settlement patterns of the past and current are visible
within the overall geometric structure of the place. The wholeness of the region connects the unique characteristics
of each settlement together; it defines ‘how big is here’ and helps to put together the context of place dynamics and
phenomena in relation to the deep connections to the land. This Generative Code seeks to identify the spirit of the
place, and then to establish steps for the preservation of these connections. The connection to Country will be
established by protecting special and sacred sites of the Aboriginal people.
Statement:
A continued effort shall be made to identify the deep spiritual and cultural connections to the land in order to
preserve it and the wholeness of the region that is evident in its geometric structure and the spirit of the place.
Core Patterns Aligned:
Our Country [CP1], Hinterland to Coast Connection [CP2], Local Heritage and Culture [CP18]
Generative Code:
[GC2] Diagnosis of the Land
Explanation:
The land of the region of the Great Ocean Road coastal region is characterised by natural beauty and formations.
Towns are settled within the beauty of the landscape, surrounded by the steep uplifts of the Otway Ranges and
deeply dissected valleys and cliffs on the coastlines, extending into coastal grasslands and agricultural lands.
Forests and woodlands provide for a variety of ecology and vegetation systems, enriching the soils and catchment
areas surrounding the towns. Visiting these places, walking around on the land, one will encounter various places
with natural beauty and special characteristics. This Generative Code seeks to protect them and enhance them by
providing steps that will ensure the preservation of these special places within the land. The diagnosis shall include
the recording of these special places, the geography of the land, its shape, the rivers and creeks, their fauna and
flora, and their relation to the settlements.
Statement:
The natural beauty of the land shall be recorded on a diagnosis map of the land, and steps taken to protect these
special places that will be listed in the core patterns related to the land. Its landscape attributes shall be respected,
and work carried out to enhance existing habitats, both in vegetation, wildlife, and human occupation.
Core Patterns Aligned:
Hinterland to Coast Connection [CP2], The Natural Amphitheatre [CP3], Contrasting Landscapes [CP4], Forests
and Woodlands [CP5], The Heads and Cliffs [CP6], River of Life [CP7], Wetland and Saltmarsh [CP8], Beach,
Rocks and Surf [CP9]
Generative Code:
[GC3] Diagnosis of Settlement
Explanation:
Towns along the Great Ocean Road coast are settled within the beauty of the landscape, each settlement functioning
within its own structure and setting, yet also being linked to the other settlements within the region. The existence
of these towns and their social and economic survival is closely linked to the attributes and services that the
landscape offers. Each town inherited attributes and values that contribute to its existence, underpinned by latent
centres and core patterns. The interconnected core patterns are the cohesion of everything that forms the harmony
of the whole. This Generative Code aims to establish those latent centres and core patterns, enhance them, and
strengthen them.
Statement:
Establish the latent centres and core patterns of each settlement, enhance them and strengthen them. Conduct a
detailed town diagnosis of each settlement, to help identify within its broader context the regenerative attributes
that can assist in the restoration of sources and energy that support its existence.
Core Patterns Aligned:
The Great Ocean Road - Connections and Crossings [CP10], The Formal-Informal Street Grid [CP11], Nomad’s
Rest [CP12], the Recreation Reserve [CP13], The Shopping Strip [CP14], The Esplanade [CP15], The Jetty and
Pier [CP16], Boundaries [CP19], At the Heart [CP20], Pathways and Walkways [CP23], Views [CP24], Meeting
Place [CP26]
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