The path towards the completion of this precinct structure plan report has been challenging. Its completion is greatly thanks to my wonderful team members in G16 who have supported and worked together hand-in-hand with me throughout the entire semester. I am tremendously fortunate to have a very dedicated and helpful team members, Patricia Ocampo, Marcelo Diaz and Crystal Tang. I would like to extend my greatest gratitude towards our studio leader, Gerry McLoughlin who have brought in a vast of experience and knowledge that very few could match. She has provided many good feedbacks after each presentation to improve on the development of Sunbury South precinct. In addition to my team members of G16 and Gerry, the other members in the Urban Precinct Studio (UPS) Studio 3 have also contributed to this precinct structure in one way or another; providing constructive feedbacks as well as friendships. My thanks also goes out to the subject coordinators of UPS, Gwenda and Raju whom have been helpful throughout the semester.
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Finally, I would like to thank my mother and my elder sister for their unconditional love and support throughout the semester and beyond as I would not have completed this precinct structure plan without their words of encouragment.
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INTRODUCTION
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This is Sunbury South Precinct Structure Plan and it outlines a 30-year strategic vision and framework that guides the development as well as economic growth of the precinct. Sunbury South precinct is located at the periphery of the existing Sunbury township, approximately 30km away from Melbourne’s CBD and 12km away from the Melbourne Airport, a major economic driver in the North West Growth Corridor. As a greenfield site located within the recently expanded Urban Growth Boundary, the potential of this site is enormous and poised to be Melbourne’s next transit-oriented development. Linked with the proposed skyrail, Sunbury South will be the vital link between the existing Sunbury township and the Melbourne Airport that catalyses the economic growths of Sunbury, Sunbury South and the Melbourne Airport as well as the greater northwestern corridor.
The purpose of the Sunbury South Precinct Structure Plan is to establish long-term strategic framework that guides the development of Sunbury South over the next 30 years. This document is designed to be easy to use and seeks to provide a clear pathway for the approval of developments in the precinct from thevarious government agencies.
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PURPOSE OF THE PLAN
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Figure 1: The metropolitan context map showing the 20 minute buffers from the public transport stops. Source: Sa’at (2016) GIS data source: data.vic.gov (2016)
METROPOLITAN CONTEXT MAP This maps shows the 20-minute walking catchment from the existing trains stations, tram stops and bus stop. The focus area is Sunbury located in the northwest region.
Plan Melbourne Refresh 20-minute Neighbourhood Strategy (MPA, 2014)
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METROPOLITAN CONTEXT MAP This maps shows the proposed skyrail link connecting the Sunbury Station, the proposed Sunbury South Station and the Melbourne Airport.
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Figure 2: The metropolitan context map showing the 20 minute buffers from the public transport stops and the proposed skyrail link. Source: Sa’at (2016) GIS data source: data.vic.gov (2016)
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Plan Melbourne Refresh 20-minute Neighbourhood Strategy (MPA, 2014)
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Data source: profile.id (2016), ABS (2016)
Sunbury is expected to grow as one of the major activity centre in the north western region in the next 25 years, with a forecasted job growth from 6,290 to 25,000 by 2041. The top 3 industries in Sunbury are the transport, postal and warehousing, the retail trade and the construction industries. The development of Sunbury South will diversify its economy and bring in high value jobs into Sunbury and the wider north western growth corridor.
The Melbourne Airport is the largest economic driver in Melbourne as well as Victoria and is expected to grow; offering an additional 8,700 employment oppotunities by 2033. The airport is driven largely by the huge yearly visitor spending and its logistics arm, which carries 250,000 tonnes of air freight yearly. The economy in Sunbury South will complement this huge logistics and freight economy; driving the economic vitality in the north western region to greater heights.
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Data source: Melbourne Airport (2016b)
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As Sunbury South precinct is located at the periphery of the existing Sunbury township, this demographic snapshot provides key insights to its community. The statistics will inform the type of development or services that will placed in Sunbury South to create a harmonious link between the old and future communities.
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This map shows that the Sunbury South Precinct is located within the Urban Growth Boundary, surrounded by a Green Wedge Zone. Figure 3: The regional context map showing the Urban Growth Area, Green Wedge Zones and the proposed skyrail link within the region. Source: Sa’at (2016) GIS data source: data.vic.gov (2016)
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Sunbury South is a 190ha greenfield site which is strategically located at the periphery of the existing Sunbury, within the Urban Growth Boundary. It is in close proximity to several key amenities, which includes Sunbury Town Centre, the Victoria University, and the Sunbury Water Recycling Plant. It is also surrounded by celebrated natural assets such as the Jacksons Creek, the Jacksons Hill Reserve and the Holden Flora Reserve.
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Figure 4: The local context map of Sunbury with the local amenities surrounding Sunbury South. Source: Ocampo (2016)
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Figure 5: The planning process. Source: Sa’at (2016)
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The various technical assessments and analyses done within Sunbury and its surroundings will guide and inform the strategic directions of Sunbury South.
1. Land Use 2. Street Network 3. Topography 4. Walkability 5. Heritage 6. Vegetation
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These technical assessments & analyses are:
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ASSESSMENT The total land area within the Sunbury’s Urban Growth Boundary is 7,433ha, with the top 3 uses being the Urban Growth Zone covering 37% of the land, Residential zones covering 26% of the land and Rural Conservation zone covering 16% of the land. Based on this assessment, the strategy that will be put in place in Sunbury South should not be focused on providing residential uses. The strategically-located Sunbury South precinct should focus more on the economy; creating industries or services that complements the Melbourne Airport. This would ignite the economy of the north-western growth corridor.
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As the transport proposal seeks to develop a skyrail over Sunbury Road, the proposal will not be met with any challenges in terms of planning schemes as the road is zoned as Road Zone Category 1 (RDZ1). RDZ1 permits the construction of a a railway or tramway under the planning scheme (DPCD, 2011).
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Figure 6: Sunbury Land Use Plan. Source: Sa’at (2016) GIS data source: data.vic.gov (2016)
ASSESSMENT Based on the analysis of the street network within Sunbury, the major street typologies found are cul-de-sacs, curvilinear streets and a grid pattern. The main benefit of cul-de-sacs are that they create neighbuorliness within the community (Badger, 2013). However, it creates dead-ends and this would cause a lack of connectivity; making less walkable in the area. Grid patterns improves connectivity within the precinct as the grid-like structure would create easy-wayfinding and efficiency. Sunbury South would benefit in adopting this grid street network in creating a highly walkable and connected precinct.
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Curvilinear
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Figure 7: Sunbury Street Network Plan. Source: Sa’at (2016) GIS data source: data.vic.gov (2016)
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The topography of Sunbury’s landscape features a hilly terrain which limits development in some areas. Focusing on the topography within the Sunbury South precinct as shown below, its landscape is ideal for development where more than 80% of the precinct is found to feature a flat terrain. The main concern is the steep slope found on the northern part of the precinct. This limits the potential development in that area. The spatial strategy of Sunbury South will ensure an appropriate use for that area.
Figure 8: Sunbury Contour Plan Source: Sa’at (2016) GIS data source: data.vic.gov (2016)
METHODOLOGY The following walkability analyses measure how much of the residential zones are within the 10 to 20 minutes walkable catchment from key uses in Sunbury. These analyses are based on MPA’s 20-minute Neighbourhood Strategy in Plan Melbourne Refresh 2014.
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These analyses will help to identify and assess the gaps in the accessibility and walkability of key amenities from residential areas. Hence, informing the distribution and mix of uses as well as guiding the spatial strategy of Sunbury South.
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Plan Melbourne Refresh 20-minute Neighbourhood Strategy (MPA, 2014)
Figure 9: Sunbury Residential Plan. Source: Sa’at (2016) GIS data source: data.vic.gov (2016)
ASSESSMENT the residential uses are 17% of within 20 minutes from the train stations Based on the analysis, the catchment of the residential areas from the train station is bad. This is due to the location of commercial, industrial and retail areas concentrated near the train stations.
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As a greenfield site, Sunbury South is not within the 10 to 20 minutes catchment of any stations. Therefore, the proposal of a skyrail would increase the accessibility and walkability to a fixed-rail transport, creating Melbourne’s next transit-oriented development in the north western region.
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Figure 10: Walkability analysis plan - From train stations. Source: Sa’at (2016) GIS data source: data.vic.gov (2016)
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ASSESSMENT the residential uses are 89% of within 20 minutes from the bus stops Based on the analysis, the existing developed area in Sunbury had 89% of their residential areas within the 20-minute catchment of bus stops. However, statistics have shown that the usage of buses in the Sunbury is low. This could be due to the mindset of the population residing in the area..
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An alternative form of transport to promote the use of a last-mile public transport such as buses is to propose new forms of public transport such as a driverless mini-buses or having a establish a bus-loop within Sunbury South. The last-mile transport is vital to the expansion and walkability of Sunbury South in the future.
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Figure 11: Walkability analysis plan - From bus stops Source: Sa’at (2016) GIS data source: data.vic.gov (2016)
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65% within 20 minutes from the retail and employment areas
Based on the analysis, the distribution of the retail and employment areas located near the train station could be one of the reason that causes Sunbury to have a high car dependecy rate.
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One possible solution for Sunbury South spatial strategy is to provide mixed uses within 20 minutes from Sunbury South Station, which provide both residential uses and employment opportunities. This will create a walkable neighbourhood as well as bringing jobs closer to home.
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Figure 12: Walkability analysis plan - From retail and employment areas. Source: Sa’at (2016) GIS data source: data.vic.gov (2016)
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ASSESSMENT the residential uses are 89% of within 20 minutes from the green open spaces Based on the analysis, there is good coverage of green open spaces throughout Sunbury. This is due to the good distribution of parks and open spaces, providing its residents great accessibility to parks and more opportunities to engage in physical activities outdoors.
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The distribution of parks and open spaces in Sunbury should be replicated in Sunbury South as locating residential areas near residential areas would allow its future residents to engage physical activities; creating a healthy precinct.
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Figure 13: Walkability analysis plan - From parks and open green spaces. Source: Sa’at (2016) GIS data source: data.vic.gov (2016)
ASSESSMENT Based on the analysis of street activity, there is currently no-to-low street activity in Sunbury South due to it being an undeveloped land.
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One possible solution is to create a retail strip from the Sunbury Town Centre down towards Sunbury South. This retail strip should provide activity-generating uses such as restaurants, cafes or shops to create a more walkable experience. It will also activate Sunbury South during its development phase.
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Figure 14: Walkability analysis plan - Analysing Street Activity Source: Sa’at (2016) GIS data source: data.vic.gov (2016)
ASSESSMENT Based on the walkabillity analyses, there is a gap in terms of walkability on the western side of Sunbury South precinct. The Jacksons Creek limits the connectivity and movement from the west to the east. It is essential that this gap is resolved in the development of Sunbury South precinct.
Figure 15: Walkability analysis plan - Walking gap across the Jacksons Creek. Source: Sa’at (2016) GIS data source: data.vic.gov (2016)
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A solution is to build a pedestrian-only bridge that goes over Jacksons Creek. This would enable movement of people from the western side of Sunbury into Sunbury South. This will improve walkability and enhance the connectivity in Sunbury and Sunbury South.
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ASSESSMENT Based on the assessment of the heritage overlay, Sunbury has several important aboriginal and non-aboriginal sites. However in Sunbury South, it is only affected by 2 areas: 1. The area around the Jacksons Creek, Jacksons Hill and the Holden Flora Reserve. 2. An a non-aboriginal heritage site found on the southern end of Sunbury South.
Figure 16: Heritage Site (Aboriginal and Non-aboriginal) Overlay Plan. Source: Sa’at (2016) GIS data source: data.vic.gov (2016)
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The area surrounding the Jacksons Creek, Jacksons Hill Reserve and the Holden Flora Reserve is of utmost importance as it is under the heritage site (aboriginal) status. Therefore, any developments or implementations have to be sensitive to the historical aspect of the area.
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ASSESSMENT Based on the vegetation overlay, the urban growth areas within Sunbury are mainly covered with non-native vegetation. In Sunbury South, there are a few areas with native vegetation such as plains grasslands and plains woodlands.
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Sunbury South should take advantage of this native vegetation and implement an urban design framework that is sensitive to the area. Extra care should be given to the area surrounding Jacksons Creek, Jacksons Hill Reserve and the Holden Flora Reserve as it contain aboriginal heritage sites and native vegetation.
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Figure 17: Native & Non-native vegetation Overlay Plan. Source: Sa’at (2016) GIS data source: data.vic.gov.au (2016)
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This section investigates the issues, opportunities and challenges found within the local context of Sunbury to the regional context of the north western corridor. The issues and opportunities as well as the challenges will assist in the formation of the vision and strategic framework in Sunbury South.Precinct Structure Plan.
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The lack of employment opportunities within Sunbury and the car-oriented mentality creates a highly dependent community in Sunbury. Data sources: profile.id (2016), ABS (2016) Picture sources: i2C (2016), Mapio (2016)
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The lack of local and high value employment opportunities forces the residents in Sunbury to travel outside the precinct and seek jobs elsewhere.
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The walkability analyses in the technical assessment section shows there is a poor catchment residential areas from the train stations. Data sources: profile.id (2016), ABS (2016) Picture sources: Laingorourke (2016), StarWeekly (2016)
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There is a lack of diversity in the housing options within Sunbury, where 90% of the housing stock are detached housing.
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There is an opportunity to diversify the economic and employment potential in suppporting the re-establishment of the Victoria University.
Picture sources: Melbourne Airport (2016a)
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The Melbourne Aiport is located 12km away from Sunbury South and approximately 4km away from the Sunbury Town Centre. It is vital that the economy in Sunbury that take advantage or complement the economies in both activity centres.
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Sunbury has a vibrant existing community that can be further strengthened. It has a wide range of community interest groups, including conservation, sporting and health support groups. It also hosts the annual SunFest, which attracts visitors from all over Victoria.
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Key celebrated natural assets and ecological features such as the Jacksons Creek, Jacksons Hill Reserve and the Holden Flora Reserve holds huge potential in the development of the precinct.
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Sunbury is characterised as a low density outer suburb with a country-town character while the proposed development seeks to create a more dense, vibrant & active employment hub. This is perceived as an issue by some residents who value the existing character of Sunbury.
Based on previous community consultations, residents have voiced their concerns about aesthetics once the elevated rail has been constructed. The high cost of constructing a skyrail will also pose a huge challenge. Picture sources: Adonline (2016), The Age (2016b)
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Due to the steep slope found within Sunbury South, this limits the potential development found on that area. The challenge is providing a suitable use for that area.
Picture source: Craigleevineyard (2016)
The land within Sunbury South precinct is owned by Capitol Property Group, which seeks to seek to develop a residential area. The challenge is to convince the developer with the proposed development.
The Precinct Structure Plan consists of 5 components: 1. Vision 2. Key Themes 3. Benchmark: Aspirational City 4. 7 Strategic Directions 5. Urban Design Framework
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This section of the report sets out to form the Precinct Structure Plan for Sunbury South. Being a greenfield site within the north western growth corridor, it is planned and designed to meet the requirements of an activity centre.
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In order to realise the vision and the key themes, Copenhagen, Denmark was chosen as the benchmark city in which Sunbury South aspires to be. Copenhagen is a growing city with a focus on creating spaces for people and promoting sustainable transport modes such as bicycles. It has also ambitious goals in sustainability as it aims to achieve carbon neutrality by 2025.
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Copenhagen has a network of car-free streets and boulevards which enhances pedestrian activities, creating an engaging walking experience throughout the city. The developments around the city are built with the people in mind.
Data sources: Slow Streets (2016), Copenhagencvb (2016) Picture sources: WIND (2016), RadioCanada (2016)
Aims to Achieve Carbon Neutrality by 2025
To achieve this ambitious target of becoming the world’s first carbon neutral city, Copenhagen started 3 initiatives: - Converting the city’s combined heat & water plants to biomass - Developon-shore wind turbines - Retrofit its buildings with green technology
Best City for Cycling Copenhagen currently has 36% of its citizens cycling to work and school. It aims to grow to 50% by 2025. To achieve this aim, Copenhagen will build more bicycle-friendly infrastructure such as bicycle super highways acrsos the city.
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This section outlines the Strategic Framework Plan that applies to the Sunbury South precinct and seeks out the realisation of the vision and the key themes of the precinct. In order to realise the vision and the key themes, the strategic framework includes 7 Strategic Directions; providing a detailed strategies of the vision. It also includes a proposed Sunbury South precinct plan to inform the spatial strategy of the precinct. It shows the allocated land use and the road network within Sunbury South. The skyrail will be built over Sunbury Road as shown in the section below.
Section drawing of the skyrail over Sunbury Road
Figure 18: Section drawing of Sunbury South station Source: Diaz (2016)
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Figure 19: Sunbury South Precinct Plan Source: Tang (2016)
Sunbury South will be guided by 7 Strategic Directions; which informs and guides the development and implemetations towards the realisation of the vision. The 7 Strategic Directions are:
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1. Improve Multi-modal Access and Movement 2. Develop a Green Research and Innovation Hub 3. Engage Industry Partners 4. Activating the Core through Mixed Use 5. Integrate Water Management 6. Introduce a Sustainable Housing Model 7. Establish a Network of Public Spaces
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Figure 20: The 7 Strategic Directions Source: Sa’at (2016)
The 1st Strategic Direction is to improve on the multi-modal access and movement; prioritising pedestrians, cyclists and public transport i.e. skyrail and buses as the preferred mode of mobility. This is to promote a healthy and active community in the precinct. A desired movement hierarchy strategy as shown below is developed to encourage the development of the necessary infrastructure of a transit-oriented development. A proposed bus and bicycle network builds on the existing transport network, and seeks to link key nodes & districts of activity at multiple scales. Another key proposal in improving connectivity to the surrounding areas is the construction of a pedestrian-and-cyclist-only bridge connecting Victoria University to Sunbury South.
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STRATEGIES Introduce a skyrail connecting the Sunbury Town Centre, Sunbury South Precinct and the Melbourne Airport
Pedestrians & Cyclists
Prioritise pedestrian movement and improve connectivity within the precinct
Feature a grid street network to improve walkability and connectivity
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Figure 21: The Desired Movement Hierarchy Strategy Source: Ocampo (2016)
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Promote the use of buses through a bus-loop service within the precinct
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Figure 22: Proposed Transportation Plan in Sunbury South Source: Ocampo (2016)
The 2nd Strategic Direction will focus on the development of a green research and innovation hub with a key interest on logistics, which will complement Melbourne Aiport. The economic potential in the green industry is huge as it is forecasted to grow over AUD$240 billion and the potential to create 840,000 jobs in Australia (CPD, 2016). Creating an economic synergy between Sunbury South and the Melbourne Airport will catalyse the economic vitality and sustainability of the northwestern growth corridor. This will bring high value jobs closer to home; minimising long commuting journeys to work and decreasing high dependence on car.
Artist Impression of the Green Research & Innovation Hub
STRATEGIES Create an economy in Sunbury South precinct that will catalyse the growth of the north western corridor
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Provide high value jobs within the north western region
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Diversify employment opportunities through the green research and innovation hub Complement the economic opportunities from the Melbourne Airport Picture source: The Next Web (2016)
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48 Figure 23: Proposed Green Research & Innovation Hub Plan in Sunbury South Source: Sa’at (2016)
The 3rd Strategic Direction aims to engage the industry partners into the development of the green, research and innovation hub. This is important as it is unsustainable and not economically-viable for a research & innovation hub to work in silo. In order to create a sustainable economy in Sunbury South, a 3-pronged approach is intorduced. It includes: 1. Support the re-establishment of the Victoria University Sunbury Campus and guide its curriculum towards a science, technology, engineering and mathemtics (STEM) approach as a 1% change to STEM in the workforce would generate $57.4 billion to the Australian GDP 2. Involve the Melbourne Airport in the development of Sunbury South Green Research & Innovation Hub; creating a synergy that creates employment opportunities for both
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3. With the Melbourne Airport on board, the green research & innovation hub will be able to engage key logistics companies such as DHL, Amazon or AusPost to establish their research & development arm in Sunbury South.
Form strategic partnerships with world-leading logistics companies
Collaborate with the Melbourne Airport to support and grow the economic vitality of the north western region
Figure 24: Conceptual diagram on the engagement of various industr partners Source: Sa’at (2016)
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Guide the curriculum of the Victoria University towards science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM)
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The Logistics Industry
The 4th Strategic Direction aims to create an alternative economy in Sunbury South by activating the precinct’s core through mixed use developments. It will also provide 40% residential space within each mixed use development; providing employment opportunities closer to home. In addition to the mixed use core, the retail extension is proposed with the aim of connecting the Sunbury Town Centre to Sunbury South. It will feature activity-generating uses such as restaurants, cafes and retail outlets at the ground floor; creating a vibrant experience to walk in.
Artist Impression of the Mixed Use Core with the Retail Extension
STRATEGIES Activate the area around Sunbury South Station through mixed use developments
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Provide 40% of residential space in each mixed use development
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Provide complementary employment opportunities that supports the research and innovation hub Establish a retail strip to connect to the Sunbury Town Centre
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52 Figure 25: Proposed Mixed Use core and Retail Extension Plan in Sunbury South Source: Sa’at (2016)
The 5th Strategic Direction aims to introduce a sustainable housing model to house the future residents of Sunbury South. The future community of the precinct will be a diverse and international community comprising of students, researchers, scholars and entrepeneurs due to the development of the research and innovation hub. In order to accomodate this community, an inclusionary zoning strategy will be implemented where 20% of the housing stock in Sunbury South is reserved for affordable housing; creating an affordable housing option for the community.
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An example of cluster housing in Sunbury South
Diversify the housing options through the provision of cluster housing in Sunbury South
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Introduce an affordable housing through inclusionary zoning model Introduce a cluster housing model to provide green communal spaces
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54 Figure 26: Proposed Residential Village Plan in Sunbury South Source: Sa’at (2016)
The 6th Strategic Direction aims to integrate a water management system in Sunbury South, which seeks to coordinate water and land management systems such as industrial water uses and sewerage; enabling a closed-loop water system. The system will also be integrated with the Sunbury Water Recycling Plant located in close proximity to the precinct. The integration of the precinct-wide closed-loop water management system in Sunbury South and the Sunbury Water Recycling Water Plan will bring about significant environmental, community and economic benefits to the Sunbury South and its surroundings.
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A water sensitive urban design (WSUD) measures will implemented in the built environment as well as the public realm to facilitate stormwater capture and reduce run-off. This will also improve the aesthetic value of the landscape of Sunbury South.
Establish a precinct-wide closed-loop water management system
Introduce a water sensitive urban design in the built environment and public realm Section drawing of linear park with porous pavement Figure 27: Section drawing of linear park with porous pavement Source: Tang (2016)
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Figure 28: Proposed Water Management Plan in Sunbury South Source: Tang (2016)
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The 7th Strategic Direction aims to establish a seamless network of public spaces, which includes the provision of linear parks and open public spaces in the precinct. These public spaces will be interconnected with each other within the precinct and also, connected to the surrounding green spaces found outside the precinct such as Jacksons Creek, Jacksons Hill Reserve and the Holden Flora Reserve. The public spaces will feature direct frontages to the streets as well as its surrounding developments; increasing security and safety through passive and active surveillance. The proposed linear parks will improve walkability in the precinct as it is located within 20 minutes from the residential areas. The space underneath will also be optimised as it will feature a linear park to promote outdoor physical activities.
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Artist Impression of the green space under the skyrail
Create a seamless network of green corridors, linear parks and community spaces
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Figure 29: Proposed Linear Parks, Open Spaces and Community Space Plan Source: Diaz (2016)
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In addition to the 7th Strategic Direction in establishing a seamless network of public spaces, it also aims to create a flexible community space at the heart of the precinct. This community space will allow future residents, the wider community in the northwestern region and the Hume City Council to work together to plan, design and program events and activities that will facilitate active and passive recreation. This community space will feature various interventions ranging from light, quick and cheap interventions such as pop-ups and farmers’ markets to physical community infrastructure such as schools, nursing homes and learning centres.
Possible Activities in the Community Space
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Encourage flexible use of the community space through community-driven initiatives Design and program spaces for active and passive recreation Picture sources: Project Public Spaces (2016), DPPC (2016)
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Figure 30: Proposed Community Space Plan Source: Ocampo (2016)
This section outlines the detailed urban design guidelines of the 3 key activity developments in Sunbury South. The urban deisgbn guidelines oultines in more detail regarding the built form and its surrounding public realm. It works on top with the precinct-wide strategies that are found in the 7 Strategic Directions. The 3 key activity zones are:
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URBAN DESIGN GUIDELINES Establish above-grade links connecting the various research & innovation developments Achieve a 6-star Green Star rating from Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) Provide green roofs with amenities that support outdoor activities
Figure 31: Green Star Rating Source: GBCA (2016)
Section drawing of the research & innovation hub connected by an above-grade link Research Centre
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The maximum number of floors for the research and innovation developments is 5 floors
Figure 32: Section drawing of the research & innovation hub with above grade connections Source: Sa’at (2016)
Research Centre
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URBAN DESIGN GUIDELINES Provide a setback on the 3rd floor and upwards Provide activity-generating uses such as retail shops, restaurants and cafes at the ground floor The maximum number of floors for a mixed use development is 5 floors.
Figure 31: Green Star Rating Source: GBCA (2016)
Section drawing of the mixed use core with setbacks from the 3rd storey upwards
Mixed use development
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Achieve a 4 to 5 -star Green Star rating from the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA)
Figure 33: Section drawing of the mixed use core Source: Sa’at (2016)
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URBAN DESIGN GUIDELINES The maximum number of floors for the housing developments is 3-storeys Provide green communal spaces within the residential villages
Figure 31: Green Star Rating Source: GBCA (2016)
Activate the the communal green spaces with activities or amenities such as an urban farm or a small park
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Achieve a 3-star Green Star rating from the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA)
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Figure 34: Section drawing of a residential village in Sunbury South Source: Sa’at (2016)
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This section outlines how the development of the Sunbury South Precinct will be implemented in the next 30 years. It is important to note that these implementations and intiatives will require the consultation and approval from the Hume City Council and the various key government agencies. This section include:
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IMPLEMENTATION ACTIONS MATRIX The implementation actions matrix are closely integrated to the 7 Strategic Directions of the Sunbury South Precinct Structure Plan. It focuses on the implementations at a strategic level and ensure all the key stakeholders such as Hume Council, PTV, VicRoads, Victoria University, the Melbourne Airport and Sunbury’s community are involved in the process.
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TRANSPORT PROPOSAL ACCESS & MOVEMENT
Action 1 Advocate for the earlier implementation of the rail proposal 2 Prepare full technical assessment reports for the construction of the rail 3 Prepare cost estimates for rail construction
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Upgrade Sunbury Road to support future expansion and inclusion of linear park and skyrail Advocate for the extension of Sunbury town buses services to Sunbury South Introduce a pedestrian zone overlay Undertake feasibility studies for the pedestrian & cyclists bridge between Sunbury South & Victoria University
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Prepare a public space masterplan for Sunbury South Prepare and implement a masterplan for the Sunbury Road linear park Prepare and implement a tree planting plan Community engagement and consultation with the existing Sunbury community as well as future residents Develop a placemaking strategy plan for the community space
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Prepare high level cost estimates for all strategies and implementation actions Complete review of the Structure Plan Advocate for the undergrounding of powerlines in all types of development Introduce inclusionary zoning in all residential development Introduce cluster zoning in selected residential areas Prepare a business strategy and masterplan for the research & development precinct Prepare a detailed assessment of areas under the heritage overlay Undertake a detailed assessment of the water management infrastructure that is connected to Sunbury Water Recycling Plant
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DEVELOPMENT PHASING PLAN A development phasing plan guides the development growth of Sunbury South, which ensures timely expansion of the precinct. A review of the development plan is undertaken. in each phase. The plan is categorised into 4 phases: Phase 1: 2020 to 2025 Phase 2: 2025 to 2030 Phase 3: 2030 to 2040 Phase 4: 2040 to 2050
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Begin construction of Introduce dedicated the research & innovation lanes for SmartBus hub Create priority bicycle Begin construction of the routes connecting the 3 mixed use core along key zones Sunbury Road
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Figure 36: Development Phasing Plan Source: Ocampo (2016), Sa’at (2016)
Begin construction of the Continue developing the Sunbury South Station precinct based on the precinct plan Introduce the precinct bus loop service Develop a placemaking strategy for the Begin construction of the community space with Jackson Creek bridge the community
Review the development phasing plan
Completed the skyrail connection from the Melbourne Airport, Sunbury South Station and Sunbury Station
Review the development phasing plan
Develop the retail extension Initiate the placemaking activities in the community space
Review the development phasing plan
On-going community engagement on the community space Fully developed precinct
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This section summarise all the key conceptual strategies and its opportunities by bringing it together spatially in a single map. It will also provide an summary of the vision, key themes and strategic directions that were envisioned in the Sunbury South precinct.
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BRINGING IT TOGETHER Sunbury South will embody the 3 key themes that they have set out to achieve: 1. An Adaptive Community 2. An Integrated Transit 3. A Thriving Economy
2. It will boast a world-leading green research & innovation hub; igniting the growth of the north western corridor and countering the centrifugal force of the CBD. Hence, bringing jobs closer to home. 3. A seamless network of open spaces and a community at the heart of Sunbury South that engages the community and promote a healthy lifestyle.
A world-leading green , research & innovation hub, bringing jobs closer to home
A seamless network of open public spaces and a community space at its heart
An precinct-wide integrated water management system and WSUD
A sustainable housing model that makes it affordable for the residents
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A skyrail in the north west growth corridor, improving mobility within the region
1. A skyrail will create a vital link between Sunbury Town Centre, Sunbury South & the Melbourne Airport.
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4. An Integrated water management system that is sensitive to the lush green surroundings of the precinct; enhancing as well as protecting Jacksons Creek, an important natural asset to the region.
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5. A sustainable housing model that makes housing affordable for the future residents of Sunbury South to live in.
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Figure 37: Summary of Sunbury South Precinct Plan - Showing the key implementations Source: Tang (2016)
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Figure 1: The metropolitan context map showing the 20 minute buffers from the public transport stops. Figure 2: The metropolitan context map showing the 20 minute buffers from the public transport stops and the proposed skyrail link.
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Figure 3: The regional context map showing the Urban Growth Area, Green Wedge Zones and the proposed skyrail link within the region.
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Figure 4: The local context map of Sunbury with the local amenities surrounding Sunbury South.
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Figure 10: Walkability analysis plan - From train stations.
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Figure 13: Walkability analysis plan - From parks and open green spaces.
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Figure 14: Walkability analysis plan - Analysing Street Activity
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Figure 15: Walkability analysis plan - Walking gap across the Jacksons Creek.
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Figure 16: Heritage Site (Aboriginal and Non-aboriginal) Overlay Plan.
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Figure 21: The Desired Movement Hierarchy Strategy
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Figure 22: Proposed Transportation Plan in Sunbury South
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Figure 23: Proposed Green Research & Innovation Hub Plan in Sunbury South
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Figure 24: Conceptual diagram on the engagement of various industry partners
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Figure 25: Proposed Mixed Use core and Retail Extension Plan in Sunbury South
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Figure 26: Proposed Residential Village Plan in Sunbury South
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Figure 27: Section drawing of linear park with porous pavement
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Figure 28 : Water Management Plan in Sunbury South
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Figure 30: Proposed Community Space Plan
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Figure 33: Section drawing of the mixed use core
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Figure 34: Section drawing of a residential village
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Figure 35: Implementation Actions Matrix
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Figure 36: Development Phasing Plan
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Figure 37: Summary of Sunbury South Precinct Structure Plan showing the key implementations
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