The State Government has released a draft Sunshine Station Super Hub Masterplan which draws on the vision Brimbank Council established for the CBD based on extensive community and stakeholder feedback.
The draft Masterplan sets forward how the transformation will be delivered through nine project ideas which include:
- improved walking and cycling links over the railway line at Hampshire Road Bridge,
- new open and mixed-use spaces, and
- a better, more integrated bus interchange.
The draft Masterplan recognises that the Super Hub precinct must unite not divide the community and has to focus on community not just commuters.
The draft Masterplan lays the foundation for developing Sunshine as a major employment and tourist destination in its own right.
The Sunshine Station Masterplan is another major step forward in making sure the Melbourne Airport Rail cements Sunshine's position as the future economic powerhouse of Melbourne's west.
The draft Masterplan has been released for consultation and Brimbank Council wants to encourage all Sunshine and Brimbank residents to have their say and make sure the plan is funded in the next state budget.
Consultation closes on 10 April and includes online and in person activities.
Please attribute to Cr Jasmine Nguyen, Brimbank City Council Mayor:
"It is a great step forward to see Brimbank's vision for Sunshine come to life through this draft Masterplan.
"Council has been advocating for the Melbourne Airport Rail to be more than just a transport project and this draft Masterplan makes it clear that the future of Sunshine is bright.
"Working with the State Government and the community we are excited about bringing this Masterplan to life.
"While this Masterplan is a great result, we also look to these exciting projects being funded in the May State Budget.
"The potential of Sunshine will be realised by all levels of government working together with the local community.
"Please visit engage.vic.gov.au/sunshine and provide your feedback. It's important that community are involved every step of the way as Sunshine is transformed through major transport investment and other developments.
"Thank you to the Minister and State Government for listening to the community and putting forward this great plan that will help Sunshine shine."
