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Planning and Development Committee

Agenda Date: Wednesday 23 August 2017

Time: 6pm

Venue: Civic Centre (Council Meeting Room) 13 Mair Street, Benalla

Members of the community are welcome to attend the Meeting.

In accordance with the Governance Local Law 2016 clause 4.6.4 an audio recording will be made of the proceedings of Council / Special Committee meetings.

PO Box 227 Benalla Victoria 3672 1 Bridge Street East

Tel: 03 5760 2600 Fax: 03 5762 5537 [email protected]

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Agenda – Planning and Development Committee 23 August 2017

BENALLA RURAL CITY COUNCIL

Contents

Acknowledgement of Country ............................................................................... 3

Apologies ................................................................................................................ 3

Confirmation of the Minutes of the Previous Meeting ......................................... 3

Disclosures of Conflict of Interest ........................................................................ 5

Presentations .......................................................................................................... 5

1. National Broadband Network ........................................................................... 5

Business ................................................................................................................. 6

2. Public submissions on any matter ................................................................... 6

3. Benalla Flood Information System ................................................................... 7

4. Protocol for Inter-Council Emergency Management Resource Sharing ........ 10

5. Benalla Airport – Bellman Hangar ................................................................. 12

6. Benalla Airport – Hangar Lease to Benalla Aero Club ................................... 17

7. Lake Benalla – Cabomba Weed Management .............................................. 19

8. Road Naming – Devenish .............................................................................. 22

9. Road and Footpath Management Plan 2017-2021 ........................................ 24

10. Planning and Building Approvals July 2017 ................................................... 27

11. 2016/17 Capital Projects Program – Status as at 30 June 2017 ................... 35

12. Development Department – activity report for the quarter ended 30 June2017............................................................................................................... 41

13. Infrastructure Department – activity report for the quarter ended 30 June2017............................................................................................................... 57

14. Facilities Department – activity report for the quarter ended 30 June 2017 ... 6315. Environment Sustainability – activity report for the quarter ended 30 June

2017............................................................................................................... 78

Closure of Meeting ............................................................................................... 84

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Agenda

Chair Councillor Davis

Councillors Councillor Alexander Councillor Claridge Councillor Firth Councillor Hearn Councillor Upston Councillor van Wersch

Chief Executive Officer Tony McIlroy General Manager Development and Environment Veronica Schilling Manager Development Nilesh Singh Manager Infrastructure Bryan Campbell Manager Facilities Greg Robertson Emergency Management Coordinator Jamie McCaffrey Governance Coordinator Jenny Rintala

Acknowledgement of Country We acknowledge the traditional custodians of this land and pay respects to their elders and the elders from other communities who may be here today.

We also acknowledge all other peoples who have contributed to the rich diversity of this Country.

Apologies

Confirmation of the Minutes of the Previous Meeting The minutes have been circulated to Councillors and posted on the Council website www.benalla.vic.gov.au pending confirmation at this meeting.

Recommendation:

That the Minutes of the Planning and Development Committee meeting held on Wednesday 19 July 2017 be confirmed as a true and accurate record of the meeting.

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This Committee Meeting is conducted in accordance with the Local Government Act 1989 and the Benalla Rural City Governance Local Law 2016. Recording of Council and Special Committee Meetings All Council and Special Committee meetings will be audio recorded and made available for public access, with the exception of matters identified as confidential items in the agenda. This includes the public participation sections of the meetings. These recordings are taken to facilitate: the preparation and accuracy of the minutes of open Council and Special

Committee meetings broader access to open Council and Special Committee meetings, and the accuracy of submitter details (where relevant). By participating in open Council and Special Committee meetings, individuals consent to the use and disclosure of the information that they share at the meeting (including any personal/sensitive information) for the purposes of Council carrying out its functions. Individuals also consent to the disclosure of that information to any person(s) who access those recordings. Individuals may request, prior to presenting to Council, they be identified only by their first name. Any statements made or questions asked will still be captured on the recording. Any queries about these recordings can be directed to the Council by calling 5760 2600. Behaviour at meetings It is an offence for any person to engage in improper or disorderly conduct at the meeting. Members of the public present at a meeting must remain silent during the proceedings other than when specifically invited to address the Committee. The Chair may order and cause the removal of any person, not being a Councillor, who disrupts any meeting or fails to comply with a direction. A person removed from a Meeting must leave the premises or move to a public area of the premises where they can no longer disrupt the meeting. If the Chair is of the opinion that disorder in the gallery makes it desirable to adjourn the meeting, the Chair may adjourn the meeting to a later time on the same day or to some later day as the Chair thinks proper.

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Disclosures of Conflict of Interest Pursuant to Sections 77, 78 and 79 of the Local Government Act 1989 direct and indirect conflict of interest must be disclosed prior to debate on specific items within the agenda; or in writing to the Chief Executive Officer before the meeting. Disclosure of indirect interests must also include the classification of the interest (in circumstances where a Councillor has made a disclosure in writing, the classification of the interest must still be declared at the meeting): (a) direct financial interest (b) indirect interest by close association (c) indirect interest that is an indirect financial interest (d) indirect interest because of conflicting duties (e) indirect interest because of receipt of an applicable gift (f) indirect interest as a consequence of becoming an interested party (g) indirect interest as a result of impact on residential amenity (h) conflicting personal interest. A Councillor who has declared a conflict of interest, must leave the meeting and remain outside the room while the matter is being considered, or any vote is taken. Councillors are also encouraged to declare circumstances where there may be a perceived conflict of interest.

Presentations

1. National Broadband Network Ms Amy Jaballah Community Affairs Manager of NBN Co Limited will address the meeting on the status of the National Broadband Network. Recommendation: That the presentation be received.

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Business

2. Public submissions on any matter A person wishing to address the Committee on a matter not listed on the agenda must submit a ‘Request to be heard’ form by 10am on the day of the meeting. At the time of registering to speak persons must provide a summary of the matter on which they will be speaking. It must not be in contravention of the Governance Local Law 2016. Requests to speak will be registered strictly in the order of receipt of the request at the Customer Service Centre. A total of 12 minutes will be allocated for public submissions with a maximum of three minutes to each speaker. Recommendation: That the submission(s) be received.

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3. Benalla Flood Information System SF/706

Jamie McCaffrey – Emergency Management Coordinator Veronica Schilling – General Manager Development and Environment

PURPOSE OF THE REPORT The report outlines the Benalla Flood Information System. BACKGROUND The Benalla Flood Information System (BFIS) is a web based information system to enable residents, business owners and visitors to understand the risk of flooding within the Benalla Township area. Implementation of the BFIS supports part of the preferred option of continued engagement, awareness and education contained in the Benalla Flood Mitigation Project (Cardno 2012). A preview site is available at: http://test2.emerg.com.au/benalla-floodinfo/benallafloodmap.html DISCUSSION The town of Benalla is at significant risk of flooding. The Broken River runs through the middle of the town and when in flood effectively divides the town in two. Previous flooding, particularly in 1993, has had a devastating impact on the community. During a major flood Benalla town can expect significant damage to infrastructure, inundation to hundreds of homes and properties and communities that may take many years to recover. Options for further flood mitigation are limited. Studies have concluded that engineering and other solutions including construction of levees, clearing of flood ways and creation of channels are unlikely to be supported due to factors such as cost, environmental impact or overall lack of effectiveness. The BFIS consists of an internet based portal which provides information on the extent of flooding under a range of scenarios (minor, moderate and major flood scenarios) and importantly provides information at the individual property level, as Flood Information Statements which shows the extent of flooding to both the property and the dwelling. The extent of flooding is shown using an easy to use map format which will replace a range of paper based maps that are available at the current time, as well as being accessible in a format that can be accessed at any time. The BFIS also replaces and updates property stickers that were distributed by SES to at risk households in 2007.

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Individual Flood Information Statements for up to 3,300 properties will be made available via the web portal and also sent by mail to high risk households. Flood Information Statements can also be provided free of charge on request during business hours from the Council office. A critical part of preparing for flood emergencies is being adequately informed about flood risk and enabling the community and business to make informed decisions. During 2012 Council engaged the community of Benalla through the Benalla Flood Mitigation Project. A large range of options were considered through this process with the preferred option being improving information on flood risk to the community. This project substantially fulfills the preferred community objective. Implementation of a Flood Risk Information System supports recommendation 31 in the Victorian Flood Review 2010-11 that:

the state undertake a community education program to inform households of their respective flood risk. This may include information on rates notices of heights of houses above flood level and educating people about flash flooding

It is anticipated that the information will enable residents, including property owners and tenants to be informed about the risk of flooding to properties they may own or occupy. This information will support decision making for insurance purposes and around property purchases. The information that will be made available is already largely in the public domain, however this is the first time the information has been available in an easy to use format and at the individual property level. There has been engagement with stakeholders including local insurance brokers and real estate agents about the implementation of the system. System Limitations The system is limited to those properties within Benalla which have floor level information (derived from a 2006 survey) and which were constructed prior to changes to the planning scheme which have mandated floor levels being above the 1 in 100 ARI flood event. This system is currently not available outside the Benalla urban area.

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COUNCIL PLAN 2013 – 2017 IMPLICATIONS Our community is resilient, prepared for and equipped to respond to a changing

climate and environment and the impact of natural disasters including drought, flood and fire.

Drainage and flood mitigation strategies are developed for our Rural City. LEGAL IMPLICATIONS There are limited statutory implications to the implementation of the Benalla Flood Information System. An outcome of the project has been a review of flood overlay mapping (‘Land Subject to Inundation’) by Cardno which will require amendment to the inundation overlay for the Benalla planning scheme. Changes to planning overlays involves compliance with the Planning and Environment Act 1987 and any regulations. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS The Council received grant funding to implement the system. To support the implementation of the system including enhanced public information and support to the system into the future Council allocated $13,333 to the project. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Information on the risk of flooding is widely available to the community of Benalla; however the information is inconsistent, can be difficult to access and in some cases (such as the SES flood stickers) may be out of date. Engagement with the community on the BFIS has included previews in the Community News and information for key stakeholders in the real estate and insurance brokerage sector. It is intended that a media campaign on the BFIS occur to accompany its launch including social media campaign. Furthermore the SES is proposing a door knock campaign of areas most at risk of flooding. This will enable ‘one on one’ engagement to occur on the BFIS and for residents to receive revised flood information. The draft flyer promoting the system is provided in Appendix 1. Recommendation: 1. That the Benalla Flood Information System be endorsed. 2. That a letter of appreciation be forwarded to members of the Project

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4. Protocol for Inter-Council Emergency Management Resource Sharing

SF/711 Jamie McCaffrey – Emergency Management Coordinator

Veronica Schilling – General Manager Development and Environment

PURPOSE OF REPORT The report proposes the endorsement of the Council’s commitment to the MAV Protocol for Inter-Council Emergency Management Resource Sharing. BACKGROUND The Protocol for Inter-Council Emergency Management Resource Sharing was developed in 2006 and is due for renewal for another three years. The Council has been a signatory to this protocol since 2007. The Council last renewed its commitment to the protocol in 2014. DISCUSSION The protocol is intended to clarify operational, insurance and reimbursement issues that may arise when municipalities resource share or exchange resources during emergencies incidents and disasters. By being a participant in the protocol, Council ensures that in the event of emergencies and disasters it can respond with confidence knowing that adjoining municipalities and the sector more broadly will assist as required. The MAV Protocol for Inter-Council Emergency Management Resource Sharing is a clearly defined protocol to follow when requesting assistance or resources from another council, or when providing such assistance as required. Within Victoria the protocol is implemented to assist in Council activities in responding to and recovering from incidents as diverse as floods, fires and storm events. Notably the protocol was engaged to enable Latrobe Council to meet community needs following the Hazelwood Mine Fire in early 2014. COUNCIL PLAN 2013-2017 IMPLICATIONS Our Community Our community is dynamic, healthy, strong, socially integrated and active.

People of all ages, abilities and backgrounds are engaged in their local communities. The community is resilient and owns its own plan for the future.

Our Natural Environment Our community is resilient, prepared for and equipped to respond to a

changing climate and environment and the impact of natural disasters including drought, flood and fire.

Drainage and flood mitigation strategies are developed for our Rural City.

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Community Engagement and Working Together Community needs are responded to and met through the effective delivery of

customer service, information and key infrastructure and community services. Effective collaboration and strong partnerships are maintained with the

community, community leadership organisations, the local government sector and State and Federal governments.

STATUTORY IMPLICATIONS The protocol is consistent with the concepts and policy guidelines within Emergency Management Act 1986 Victoria, and the Emergency Management Manual of Victoria (EMMV), in particular Part 6. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS There is no direct cost to the Council in relation to signing the protocol. Recommendation 1. That the Council confirm its commitment to the Inter-Council Emergency

Resource Sharing Protocol. 2. That the Council authorise the Chief Executive Officer to execute the

protocol document.

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5. Benalla Airport – Bellman Hangar SF/2649


PURPOSE OF REPORT The report deals with the allocation of space within the Council–owned Bellman Hangar at the Benalla Airport. BACKGROUND The Bellman Hangar was one of eight hangars constructed at the Benalla Airport to service the No. 11 Elementary Flying Training School during World War 2. The Hangar is believed to have been built in 1941. The building is well positioned on the airside boundary of in the south western corner of the airport. The building is currently occupied by the Benalla Aviation Museum, Gawne Aviation and several individual hangar occupants. DISCUSSION The hangar occupants have been there since at least 1982. The Aviation Museum was established within the hangar in 2012. From a functional point of view, the hangar is divided into three key spaces being office space on the southern end (used by both the Museum and Gawne Aviation), then divided in half within the primary building. In 2013 the Aviation Museum requested additional display space and noted that there were several planes within the eastern side of the hangar that were gathering dust. The area sought was approximately 174m2 shown below.

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The matter was referred to the Benalla Airport Advisory Committee in February 2014 which noted that: … The Council has been working through leases and obligations for the site

and has resolved not to put any long term leases in place until the Master Plan is completed.

Subsequently the matter was placed on hold whilst staff, airport stakeholders and the community worked together to develop the Benalla Airport Master Plan during 2014 and the subsequent applications for funding the redevelopment in 2015. In 2016 staff focused on delivery of works at the site in readiness for the World Gliding Championships. In the intervening period the Aviation Museum secured a large redundant shed from VicTrack and relocated it from the Benalla Railway Station to the Benalla Airport. The shed provides storage for the museum, as well as a place for aircraft rebuilding and a Men’s Shed. The project is nearing completion, thus bringing the focus back on the expansion of the Museum. On 7 July 2017 the Benalla Airport Advisory Committee undertook a site inspection of the area and noted that: there were six planes stored in this area only one plane appeared unlikely to move without works (jockey wheel was flat) one plane was still warm from use that day; and two planes were clearly being serviced/checked

A representative of Gawne Aviation confirmed that one plane had left the space and that all of the others were in use.

On 21 July 2017 the General Manager Development and Environment met with the users of this space to discuss their ongoing interest in remaining in the Bellman, progress with hangar leases and the offer to relocate planes from the eastern space in the Bellman Hangar to Hangar 20 as put forward by the Aviation Museum representatives. From this discussion the existing occupants confirmed that they wished to remain in the Bellman space due to its ready access to both landside and airside and the difficulties of navigating powered planes into and from the alternate hangar. This is due to the quality of the surface between the taxiway and hangar and the height of the hangar itself. Council Officers indicated to the group that all previous lease/use agreements for this eastern space had expired. The occupants agreed to check their records to confirm that this was the case.

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Discussions also considered the following matters: The duration of further arrangements for this space; noting the current

occupants were a mix of age groups; The form of agreement for use of this space being a licence agreement or lease Whether an agreement would be with one entity/person or a group – attendees

preferred a lease with each individual, though this has been found to likely have an additional cost impact for fire services levy and public liability insurance.

The proposed rate of rental – whilst not specifically resolved by the Council to date, the hangar rate of $5 per m2 plus GST and Fire Services Levy was suggested as a minimum. This was considered to be very high by occupants in comparison to other places and residential rates paid to the Council. Officers pointed out that the Council saw hangar space as more akin to caravan park, self-storage and other commercial/non –residential uses. Based on this rate the parties were advised that rent would be as follows:

m2 Rent Eastern Bellman 593 $2,965.00 GAWNE 296.5 $1,482.50 Balance- three shares 98.8 $494.17

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Follow up from the meeting has identified that: Individual insurance arrangements will be a cost if there are separate leases.

Would be preferable for the Council to have a policy for the area and share the cost across the occupants. Given the Council owns the building and can access the space on a regular basis this might be a feasible solution

After re-visiting the idea still prefer not to relocate – though it appears likely that the five occupants sharing the ‘individual space’ may reduce to three.

It is a matter for the Council to determine if it wishes to retain these commercial and recreational activities operating from this space. If it does, then the options for the Aviation Museum are: Curtail its display area to the current space available; or Obtain a planning permit to use the second shed relocated in 2014 for display

purposes; noting that this will fracture the continuity of the display and increase volunteer efforts to operate the museum; or

Relocate the ‘Jindivik’ display from inside the museum to outside the space by mounting on small poles, thus creating more space for displays. This is a target drone used during World War II.

It is also noted that until the current occupants enter into a formal arrangement with the Council for this eastern space a determination cannot be made for the Aviation Museum. That is to say that if the current owners chose to take their planes elsewhere then the availability of space for expanding the museum may be possible.

If the Council supports the Museum’s proposal to expand then: at least two planes would need to be relocated elsewhere, either on the Benalla

Airport or an alternate location desired by the owner the dividing wall would need to be reconfigured to include the additional space

and the lighting and power arrangements modified accordingly. COUNCIL PLAN 2013-2017 IMPLICATIONS Our Community Our community is dynamic, healthy, strong, socially integrated and active.


The community is culturally aware and engaged in a wide variety of arts and culture.

Volunteering in our community is encouraged, supported and recognised.

Places and Spaces Land uses in urban and rural areas are well planned and appropriate

development is managed to meet community needs and to maintain and enhance the high amenity and character of our Rural City.

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Our Economy The local economy across our Rural City continues to expand and diversify. Tourism and population attraction to contribute to the growth, diversity and

sustainability of our local economy. Enterprise Park and the Benalla Airport continue to be developed as key

economic assets. Recommendation: 1. That the Council support the expansion of the Aviation Museum in

accordance with the Benalla Airport Master Plan. 2. That a meeting of all parties with an interest in the Bellman Hangar be

arranged with a view to satisfying future accommodation requirements.

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6. Benalla Airport – Hangar Lease to Benalla Aero Club SF/1680

Veronica Schilling - General Manager Development and Environment PURPOSE OF THE REPORT The report seeks approval to commence consultation on the hangar lease for site 21 at the Benalla Airport. BACKGROUND The Council has received confirmation of agreement by the owner of the hangar at site 21 for the Benalla Aero Club to enter into a hangar lease for the site. The hangar site is shown below.

DISCUSSION The draft lease document is generally as adopted by the Council on 24 May 2017. Final works on the plans to be provided in Schedule 2 and 3 are currently being finalized. With approval of all parties the consultation can commence as the interim plans define the area to be leased and the Common Area. The key concepts in the lease document are: The lease is for 10 years being a five-year initial term and one further option. Rent at a rate of $5/m2 plus GST and Fir Services Levy. A pre-determined development fee of $2/m2 may be sought once in each

lease term to contribute towards the capital improvement of the airside area in partnership with funding from other sources.

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In accordance with Section 190 of the Local Government Act 1989, any lease of 10 years or more requires to be advertised and the community given the opportunity to comment on the proposal. It is proposed to commence this process from 30 August with the consultation period to run to 29 September and for any submitters to be heard on 11 October 2017. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS The cost for developing the lease document has been met from the program budget in 2016/17. The advertising costs will be met from the 2017/18 program budget. It is proposed that the lease commence from 1 January 2018. COUNCIL PLAN 2013-2017 IMPLICATIONS Our Community Our community is dynamic, healthy, strong, socially integrated and active.


The community is culturally aware and engaged in a wide variety of arts and culture.

Volunteering in our community is encouraged, supported and recognised.

Places and Spaces Land uses in urban and rural areas are well planned and appropriate

development is managed to meet community needs and to maintain and enhance the high amenity and character of our Rural City.

Our Economy The local economy across our Rural City continues to expand and diversify. Tourism and population attraction to contribute to the growth, diversity and

sustainability of our local economy. Enterprise Park and the Benalla Airport continue to be developed as key

economic assets. Recommendation That the Council advertise its intention to enter into a lease with the Benalla Aero Club for hangar site 21 for a period of 10 years commencing from 1 January 2018 in accordance with S190 of the Local Government Act 1989.

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7. Lake Benalla – Cabomba Weed Management SF/803-02


PURPOSE OF REPORT The report deals with the current status and management of the aquatic weed Cabomba caroliniana in Lake Benalla. BACKGROUND Lake Benalla is an artificial lake that was constructed in 1973. The Lake is part of the Broken River system with the channel of the Broken River flowing through the lake. The lake is valued for its wide range of recreational uses, aesthetics, irrigation to sporting facilities and gardens and provides valuable habitat to a variety of significant flora and fauna including the Platypus and Rakali (water rat). The lake is a Benalla Rural City Council managed asset, although Goulburn Murray Water (GMW) and the Goulburn Broken Catchment Management Authority (GBCMA) have strong influences on certain aspects of lake management. GMW is responsible for delivering water entitlements to upstream and downstream licence holders and has significant control of the flows into the lake from Lake Nillahcootie. GBCMA is responsible for waterway management and river health within the catchment. Cabomba (Cabomba caroliniana) is an introduced aquatic weed that originated from South America. Cabomba is listed as a Weed of National Significance and regarded as one of the worst weeds in Australia because of its invasiveness, potential for spread, and economic and environmental impacts. It is thought to prefer nutrient rich water bodies where flow is slow. Cabomba spreads rapidly through natural waterways and lakes as it reproduces vegetatively from stem fragments which easily break away from the parent plant. Cabomba was identified in Lake Benalla in 1990. Cabomba has previously been well established within the lake although since 2013 there appeared to be a significant reduction in the extent of infestations. Treatments in 2009, 2010 and 2012, together with flood events in 2010 and 2011 were thought to have resulted in nominal levels of the plant in the lake. Infestations have remained strong downstream of the lake to Casey’s Weir.

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Cabomba in Lake Benalla can cause a drowning hazard to recreational users, affect water quality, impact on biodiversity and is the source for further downstream infestation. There have been a number of control methods trialed on Cabomba, both in Lake Benalla and around Australia. These methods have included water level drawdowns, shading, matting barriers placed on the lake floor, manual removal and dredging. Herbicide and biological control methods are now available; however there is limited data on the broader ecological or cumulative impact of such treatments. Previously it has been found that drawdown of the lake water level and drying out of Cabomba is the best control method currently available to reduce the prevalence of the weed. The management of Cabomba in Lake Benalla and the Broken River catchment has received Commonwealth and State funding in recent years, with the GBCMA taking the lead role in steering the management program. DISCUSSION On 26 July 2017 the Environmental Sustainability Coordinator and the General Manager Development and Environment met with colleagues from GBCMA, GMW and consultants Water Tech to discuss the most recent survey of Cabomba in the lake. This survey identified the return of infestations in the upper reaches of the lake around Jaycee Island, an anabranch of Hollands Creek and smaller patches on the lake edge from Jaycee Island to the Sir Edward Weary Dunlop Learning Centre. Appendix 1 provides a map of the recently surveyed extent and location of weed areas. Appendix 2 provides a summary of the various activities to control Cabomba in the lake under the Caring for our Country program. Treatment options were discussed and from the specialist advice it is recommended that the parties plan to undertake a summer drawdown. The optimal time for Cabomba control using drying is likely to be at the height of summer. Therefore the GBCMA have requested that the Council consider the possibility of conducting a summer drawdown, commencing in mid-February 2018. In this instance it is proposed that only a partial drawdown occur with the water level dropping by approximately 1m. This is projected to retain a flow through the lake and not be as visually unattractive as a full draw down. This timing also ensures that any platypus young should be independent of parents and mobile to remain safe during the process.

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A summer drawdown poses a number of issues for the Council to consider including: aesthetics and recreational use interrupted during high use period access to water supply required for parks and gardens, including the gardens

oval, the Benalla Showgrounds and the Benalla Bowls Club possible impact on Rakali, Platypus and fish populations impact on any fingerlings or fish stocking activities sourcing of water to refill the Lake, which will rely on natural inflows from

upstream catchments the Michael Rodger Act to D-Feet MND event is occurring on Sunday

25 February 2018 Benalla Lakeside Market is held on the fourth Saturday of every month -

Saturday 24 February 2018. If the event is supported by the Council then officers would meet with relevant Committees of Management to discuss water requirements during the high use period and possible alternative water sources or arrangements. Furthermore, Council officers and the GBCMA would work together to produce a media release and information sheet to extensively communicate the purpose of the drawdown through the Council website, Community Newsletter, Facebook, Council column in the Benalla Ensign and local radio stations. COUNCIL PLAN 2013-2017 IMPLICATIONS Our Natural Environment Within our community our organisation is recognised as an environmental

leader Community education facilitates a shift to a more sustainable future A strategic and collaborative approach underpins the management of our water

supply and resources Implement monitor and report back to the community on our progress in

achieving actions identified in the Benalla Rural City Environment Strategy 2011-15 and Climate Change Adaptation Action Plan

Recommendation: 1. That the Council endorse the drawdown of Lake Benalla in the summer of

2018 as a joint project with state agencies to control the Cabomba infestation.

2. That the Council liaise with recreation and event organisers on adjoining

sites to manage water needs over the period.

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First Floor, 40 Rowan St Wangaratta VIC 3177

Tel (03) 5721 2650 [email protected] ACN 093 377 283 Fax (03) 9558 9365 www.watertech.com.au ABN 60 093 377 283

30th June 2017

Our Ref: 5202-01

Tim Barlow Ecological Projects Co-ordinator Goulburn Broken Catchment Management Authority P.O. Box 124 Benalla VIC 3672

RE: CABOMBA SURVEY AND MAPPING 2017 This brief report follows the completion of survey and mapping of Cabomba within Lake Benalla, the Broken River, Casey’s Weirpool, Broken Creek outlet channel, Stockyard Creek and the Gowangardie Weirpool in May and June 2017. This project follows on from similar surveys undertaken in March 2010, March 2011, January 2012, January 2013 and March 2014.

1 BACKGROUND The following areas were assessed in previous years:

In 2010 the Broken River was assessed between Lake Benalla and Casey’s Weir (~15km) and includedthe downstream end of Stockyard Creek (Lake Mokoan, now Winton Wetlands, outlet channel) andapproximately 500m of the upstream end of the Broken Creek.

The 2011 survey assessed additional downstream reaches. The Broken River from Casey’s Weir to theBaddaginnie-Goomalibee Road (~8km) and the Broken Creek from Casey’s Weir to Sharps Road (~12km)were also assessed.

The surveyed area was reduced in the 2012 assessment to cover 15km Broken River from Lake Benallato Casey’s Weir, 1.5km of the Broken River downstream of Casey’s Weir, 0.5km of the downstream endof Stockyard Creek and 1.5km of the Broken Creek downstream of Casey’s Weir.

The 2013 assessment program was extended to ensure that the recent flooding events had nottransported Cabomba further down the Broken River and Broken Creek. The backwaters of GowangardieWeir (Broken River) and Flynn’s Weir (Broken Creek), and the Barmah Lakes area (receiving waters fromthe Broken Creek) were also assessed in 2013.

The 2014 survey did not assess the Broken River or Stockyard Creek upstream of Casey’s Weir.Cabomba is known to have reinfested Casey’s Weir pool and Stockyard Creek and drawdown and controlwas planned for Autumn-Winter 2014. The 2014 survey included Gowangardie Weirpool on the BrokenRiver, Majors and Flynns Weirpools on the Broken Creek, and the Barmah Region.

2 2017 ASSESSMENT AREAS The areas assessed in 2017 included the following reaches/areas:

The entire Lake Benalla and upstream into the Broken River and Hollands Creek for a distance wherethere is relative confidence that no Cabomba exists.

Appendix 1

http://www.watertech.com.au/

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The Broken River from the Lake Benalla Weir to Casey’s Weirpool.

Caseys Weirpool.

Stockyard Creek upstream from Casey’s Weirpool until there is relative confidence that no Cabombaexists.

Broken Creek outlet channel downstream from Casey’s Weir until there is relative confidence that noCabomba exists.

Gowangardie Weirpool.

3 TIMING OF ASSESSMENTSMost of the assessments were undertaken in May while the final two days assessment were undertaken in June. This assessment period was much later than previous years and there were concerns that the Cabomba may have contracted and not be detectible. However, although the plants were less vigorous and were certainly not flowering, Cabomba could still be detected both visually and using the grapnel.

4 METHODS The waterways were visually assessed, looking for infestations as they strike the surface of the water or as dark green patches. The water surface appears ‘broken’ where Cabomba reaches the surface of the water, or dark green patches may be evident if submerged yet close to the surface (Figure 4-1).

Figure 4-1 Cabomba infestation breaking surface, dark patch of submerged Cabomba (2010 photos)

Searches for Cabomba also involved the use of a grapnel to scour the bed of the waterway for infestations. The grapnel used was a weighted, double sided rake attached to a rope. The grapnel was thrown from the bank or canoe and retrieved by dragging it across the bed of the waterway (Figure 4-2).


Figure 4-2 Throwing grapnel on the Broken River, Cabomba retrieved on grapnel (2013 photos)

The grapnel was often thrown in multiple directions and retrieved at each marked location. The grapnel was used to sample the bed at likely locations (based on previous years’ experience) or every 50-100 metres along each waterway.

A handheld GPS was used to identify where the grapnel was thrown to sample the bed of the waterbody. The GPS also recorded waypoints at the start and end of infestations that were identified visually. 484 locations were recorded on the GPS indicating where a grapnel or visual recording occurred. If Cabomba was identified, the waypoint number and details of the infestation (e.g. heavy infestation (full channel width or along each bank), intermittent infestation, or fragment) were noted on fieldsheets. The fieldsheet information can be found within the electronic data attached.

5 2017 CABOMBA SURVEY FINDINGS Cabomba was not located within the Broken River between Lake Benalla and the Casey’s Weirpool, nor was if found in Gowangardie Weirpool. Cabomba was located within Lake Benalla Weirpool, Casey’s Weirpool, Stockyard Creek and the Broken Creek outlet channel. The following sub-sections provide a summary of findings for each reach assessed and relevant mapping can be referenced in the Attachments at the back of this report.

5.1 Lake Benalla

Lake Benalla was assessed by canoe starting at the weir at the downstream/northern end of the lake. Assessors paddled along the bank of the lake in a clockwise direction. Cabomba was first identified from a grapnel throw adjacent to the Council building, approximately 100m upstream of the Bridge Street Bridge. Cabomba was then located intermittently using the grapnel from this location upstream for another 250m. Cabomba infestations then were abundant and visible by eye within 150m of Jaycee Island (see Lake Benalla map for mapped ‘thick infestations’). This large infestation extended up to Jaycee Island and out into the lake where protected behind the island (see Figure 5-1).


Figure 5-1 Cabomba on downstream end of Jaycee Island - looking back towards bund, and out into lake

The Jaycee Island anabranch has been bunded off and dried out in recent years. Assessors walked up the anabranch but Cabomba was not identified in the mostly dry bed of the anabranch. Some water had pooled within the anabranch but Cabomba was not observed (Figure 5-2).

Figure 5-2 Cabomba not identified within the bunded off anabranch

Assessors then paddled up Hollands Creek and identified occasional Cabomba fragments passing down the creek. A large infestation was identified in the backwater/channel opposite the end of the anabranch. This backwater was infested (see mapping and Figure 5-3) however no Cabomba was observed further upstream in Hollands Creek.

Anabranch bund d/s end

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Figure 5-3 Cabomba in the backwater, and looking back out across Hollands Creek towards the anabranch.

Cabomba was then identified intermittently on the left/southern edge of the lake between Hollands Creek and the Broken River (see mapping). Assessors paddled up the Broken River upstream from the main body of the lake for a distance of approximately 700m and did not find Cabomba using the grapnel, nor were fragments sighted. There was no rooted Cabomba seen, or found using the grapnel, along the remaining banks of the lake, however, one fragment was found near the left bank adjacent to the most downstream island.

5.2 Broken River (between Lake Benalla and Casey’s Weirpool)

The Broken River map within the attachments shows the location of grapnel throws and visual assessments within this reach. No Cabomba was found in the river or anabranches within this reach.

5.3 Casey’s Weirpool

Casey’s Weirpool was found to contain Cabomba throughout. Although not as thick or continuously distributed as it was prior to the 2010-10 floods, Cabomba was identified from the weir upstream close to the limit of backwater influence (waypoint 443 - Figure 5-4).

Figure 5-4 Thick Cabomba patch at the most upstream end of Casey’s Weirpool, and in a nearby backwater.

Cabomba

Cabomba


5.4 Stockyard Creek

The downstream end of Stockyard Creek between the Midland Highway and Casey’s Weirpool is heavily infested with Cabomba across the entire channel width (Figure 5-5). The full width infestation is evidenced by Azolla, a floating native fern, who’s roots catch on Cabomba that is close to the surface. In the absence of Cabomba, Azolla in a waterway will typically be blown to one side or moved by flow.

Figure 5-5 Cabomba occupying the entire channel width at the downstream end of Stockyard Creek, the native floating fern Azolla catching its roots on Cabomba near the water surface.

Upstream of the Midland Highway, Cabomba is present continuously along both banks until just upstream of the farm bridge (approximately 1.1km). There was a fragment catching boom present downstream of the farm bridge, however, one side had been disconnected and it was laying along the right/northern bank (Figure 5-6). Cabomba presence becomes discontinuous then ceases approximately 300m upstream of the farm bridge. Vallisneria becomes more abundant as one moves upstream.

Figure 5-6 Boom lying along the bank, Vallisneria becomes progressively more abundant while Cabomba decreases as one moves upstream.

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5.5 Broken Creek outlet channel

The Broken Creek outlet channel was sampled using the grapnel thrown from the top of the cut channel. Cabomba was found in a relatively fast flowing section of the channel only 50m downstream of the penstock gate outlet structure. Cabomba was then not located until about 300m downstream of the gate and extended for 50m before ceasing at a fragment boom placed across the channel (Figure 5-7). No Cabomba was identified downstream of the boom.

Figure 5-7 Cabomba is present for approximately 50m upstream of the fragment boom.

5.6 Gowangardie Weirpool

The Gowangardie Weirpool was assessed visually and by throwing the grapnel in more than 90 locations. As with previous years surveys, no Cabomba was located within the Weirpool (Figure 5-8).

Figure 5-8 Gowangardie Weirpool - at the weir, and near the most upstream extent of survey

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ATTACHMENTS Mapping:

Lake Benalla – Broken River and Hollands Creek

Broken River – Lake Benalla to Casey’s Weir

Casey’s Weirpool, Broken Creek & Stockyard Creek

Gowangardie Weirpool

Digital data:

Photo Hyperlink Mapping

Maps

Report

Fieldsheets

Spreadsheets

Any queries regarding this report, please contact the undersigned:

Jamie Kaye Principal Scientist

Water Technology Pty Ltd

Tel: 03 5721 2650 Mob: 0400 873 630 [email protected]


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Timeline of the Lake Benalla - Cabomba Caring for our Country Project

Year Month Day Activity Comments

2009 MarchSurvey of cabomba in Lake Benalla finds 70% of Lake occupied by population

Conducted by DPI

2009 AprilWinter drawdown

of Lake Benalla beginsLake drawndown to expose plants to frost. Conducted by G-MW, GB CMA and BRCC

2009 April-JuneStands of Cabomba taken to

determine viabilityConducted by DPI

2009 April-JuneHerbicide application occurs

in plots to test supplementary techniques

2009 April-JuneGeotextile Benthic Barrier applied to plots to test supplementary techniques.

Conducted by DPI and GB CMA

2009 June Winter drawdown of Lake Benalla ends

2009 AugustSurvey of cabomba in Lake Benalla finds 9.5% of lake occupied by Cabomba

Conducted by DPI

2009 NovemberSurvey of cabomba in Lake Benalla finds 24.2% of lake occupied by Cabomba

Conducted by DPI

2009 ?Pumping and excavation in areas around Jaycee Island and Benalla Art gallery to assist with drainage of areas

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2010 FebruaryReport - efficacy of winter 2009 drawdown of Lake Benalla - Update findings to March 2010

DPI

2010 MarchSurvey of cabomba in Lake Benalla finds 47.6% of lake occupied by Cabomba

Conducted by DPI

2010 April Winter drawdown of Lake Benalla beginsLake drawn down to expose cabomba populations

to frost. Conducted by G-MW, GB CMA,BRCC

2010 July Winter drawdown of Lake Benalla ends

2010 September Flooding of area occurs. High flows and lake turbidity increases

2010 OctoberSurvey of Cabomba in Lake Benalla finds 1.3% of lake occupied by Cabomba.

2010 November 4Media release - Surveillance is vital to effective management of Cabomba

GB CMA

2010 November Subsequent high flows occur High flows and lake turbidity still high

2010 December Progress report to CFOC GB CMA

2011 January Subsequent high flows occur High flows and lake turbidity still high

2011 February Progress report to CFOC GB CMA

2011 March Survey of Cabomba in Lake Benalla finds 0% of lake occupied by Cabomba. Conducted by DPI

Appendix 2


2011 May 4 PCB meeting - Shepparton PCB

2011 MayReport - Efficacy of two winter drawdowns to control Cabomba in Lake Benalla: Results to March 2011

DPI

2011 July Progress report to CFOC GB CMA

2011 September 26Media release - Signage warns of potential weed spread

GB CMA, BRCC

2011 SeptemberSignage installed around Lake Benalla to inform community of presence of cabomba in Lake

BRCC and GB CMA

2011 September 2 Fact sheet on Cabomba developed - Aquatic weeds Cabomba GB CMA

2011 October Survey of Cabomba in Lake Benalla finds 0% of lake occupied by Cabomba. Conducted by DPI

2011 November PCB Group Meeting Chaired by GB CMA

2011 December 6PCB group meet to discuss management of Cabomba sites at Lake Benalla and Caseys Weir

PCB

2011 December 9 Media release -Surveying and mapping of devastating weed - Cabomba GB CMA

2012 January 22-25Australian Platypus Conservancy survey lake

APC and GB CMA. Proposed drawdown date moved from 9th January to 1st February to accommodate

Platypus young emerging from burrows

2012 January 23URS undertake fish survey and translocation of fish in ananbranch and growling pobblebonk wetland

URS via GB CMA

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Drawdown to go aheadGB CMA

2012 February 1 Lake Benalla begins to be drainedG-MW, BRCC and GB CMA

2012 February Signage erected around Lake to inform public of Lake drainage BRCC

2012 February 13 Media article released on benefits of Lake Benalla Drawdown GB CMA

2012 February 27Bund wall constructed at Jaycee Island anabranch to isolate satellite population of Cabomba from main lake bed

BRRC and GB CMA

2012 February 27 Jaycee Island anabranch pumped out BRRC and GB CMA

2012 February 27 Growling Pobblebonk wetland pumped out and excavated BRRC and GB CMA

2012 February 28 Lake Benalla fills after 160ml rainfall event

2012 April 17 Media release - sharp eyes needed for Cabomba GB CMA


2012 April 27 PCB Meeting GB CMA Shepparton

2012 June 29 Vegetation trial established in main lake bed DPI

2012 June Control of Cabomba in Lake Benalla: 2011-12 update - report DPI

2012 JulyCommunications - Cabomba detection header on Ensign 12 month rainfall chart

GB CMA

2012 July 31 Communications - Cabomba coasters developed GB CMA

2012 August 2Communications - GB CMA Factsheet Cabomba detection Volumes 1 and 2 developed

GB CMA

2012 AugustLake Benalla operation and management plan for Cabomba carolinia report prepared

GB CMA and BRCC

2012 September 5Letter sent to distributors of plant material and local councils on Cabomba identification and awareness

GB CMA

2012 October Survey of Cabomba in Lake Benalla finds 0% of lake occupied by Cabomba. Conducted by DPI

2012 October 17 Booms installed at Jaycee Island Anabranch GB CMA

2012 December 11GB CMA and BRCC inspect Jaycee Island anabranch

to discuss options for 2013BRCC and GB CMA

2012 December 11Media release -

Pest plant still lurks in Lake Benalla

GB CMA

2012 December 13 Boom installed at Stockbridge GB CMA

2013 February Media release - is that a weed? GB CMA

2013 March 7 SEEDS Day - Cabomba awareness with school kids BRCC

2013 March 12 Weed Identification Day BenallaGB CMA, NSW DPI and Noosa Landcare


2013 March 12 Communications - Weed ID day gets posted on GB CMA Facebook page

2013 March 13National Best Management Practice workshop for Cabomba Managers - Benalla

GB CMA, NSW DPI and Noosa Landcare, DAFF

2013 March Media release - National weed experts meet in Benalla GB CMA

2013 April 9 PCB Meeting BenallaInspection of anabranch

held after meeting

2013 February 27Jaycee Island Ananbranch bund wall reinstated and anabranch pumped

BRRC and GB CMA

2013 May 24 Jaycee Island anabranch excavated BRCC and GB CMA

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8. Road Naming – Devenish SF/1941


PURPOSE OF REPORT The report proposes the naming of a street in Devenish. BACKGROUND The name Parkes Street, Devenish was a road name provided by the developer of a subdivision and was never registered with the Office of Geographic Names. Two lots were purchased from the subdivision in 2015. The site was subsequently subdivided with the intention of selling part of the land – Lots 38 and 39 Woods Road. The owners of the property have experienced difficulty in having services connected to the new home and identifying its location for emergency purposes. LOCALITY MAP

Location of the unnamed road DISCUSSION There has been ongoing discussion with the owners of the new lots as the Office of Geographic Names has advised that Parkes Street, Devenish would not be considered as there is a Park Street in Goorambat and the proximity of the two townships would cause confusion.

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The protocol for naming states that notable local residents who have resided in the locality may be considered in the naming process. A review of former local ANZAC connections indicates the following person was from Devenish and could be recognised with a road name: Name Notable John Andrew Kingston A farmer and pioneer who was killed by a grenade

at Villers Bretonneux It is proposed to formally adopt Kingston Street as the name for this roadway. STATUTORY IMPLICATIONS The intention to name this road must be advertised for public comment. It is proposed to publish the intent to name the road reserve Kingston Street in the Benalla Ensign and send letters to all landowners contiguous to the roadway seeking their input. This will occur from late August with a report on the outcome from the process to be presented in October 2017. The name proposal will formalise the address of residential properties and minimise the risk of confusion in the event of an emergency. COUNCIL PLAN 2013-2017 IMPLICATIONS Facilitate the development of new residential estates where services are

available or can be made readily available. Recommendation: 1. That the unnamed road in Devenish, locally referred to as Parkes Street,

be named Kingston Street in recognition of the service to country in World War 1 by John Andrew Kingston.

2. That a community consultation process be commenced to advance the

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9. Road and Footpath Management Plan 2017-2021 SF/331

Bryan Campbell – Manager Infrastructure Veronica Schilling – General Manager Development and Environment

PURPOSE OF REPORT The report recommends the adoption of the Road Management Plan 2017-2021. BACKGROUND The Road Management Plan was first introduced in 2004 and is required to be reviewed every four years in line with the Council Elections. The plan is a document which describes standard of care and monitoring of road assets within those road reserves for which the Council is responsible. DISCUSSION The timeline for the completion of the 2017 review is: Action Due Adopt document at Planning and Development Committee Meeting 23 August 2017

Advertise in Victoria Government Gazette 6 September 2017 The Council at its Meeting on 24 May 2017 resolved:

That the draft Road Management Plan, incorporating the amendments arising from community input, be adopted for public comment for 28 days from 29 May to 26 June 2017.

Advice on the opportunity to comment was promoted as follows: Advertising in the Benalla Ensign on 31 May 2017 Promotion of key aspects of the plan through the Council’s Facebook page Promotion of the new plan on the Council’s website Advice to those attending the community sessions of the opportunity to

comment Advice to those seeking changes to the road register of the proposed treatment

of these requests. The submission period closed at 5pm on Wednesday 28 June 2017. At the close of the submission period 11 written submissions had been received. One further submission was received after the closing date and has been included for consideration.

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The submitters were invited to address the Planning and Development Committee Meeting on 19 July 2017. Two submitters took this opportunity

All submissions were then assessed by officers and at the Ordinary Meeting on 2 August 2017 the Council endorsed the proposed actions in response to the submitters. Of the 17 matters raised: two are recommended to be supported in full four are not supported it is recommended that further information be provided to the submitters on one

of the matters 10 are not matters for the Road Management Plan but can be actioned by other

means.

The process for the review and development of the new plan is shown in the diagram, with the current stage highlighted.

A copy of the final document is provided in the Councillors’ dropbox.

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COUNCIL PLAN 2013-2017 IMPLICATIONS Places and Spaces Community infrastructure is maintained in accordance with best practice asset

management principles including roads, bridges, drains, footpaths, buildings and facilities.

New and expanded community assets are planned and provided to meet community needs and expectations and infrastructure performance standards.

Community infrastructure and services in rural areas are planned and provided on the basis of a strategy developed in conjunction with local residents.

Our Organisation We are compliant with our legislative and risk management responsibilities and

accountable to our community. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS The cost of the Road Management Plan review will be met from the current Infrastructure Department budget. Recommendation: 1. That the Planning and Development Committee acting under its

delegated authority of the Council adopt the Road Management Plan 2017-2021.

2. That the adoption of the plan be advertised in the Victoria Government

Gazette and the Benalla Ensign.

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10. Planning and Building Approvals July 2017 E584

Joel Ingham – Planning Coordinator Nilesh Singh – Manager Development

PURPOSE OF REPORT The report details planning permit applications and building approvals for the month of July 2017. Planning Permit Applications determined under Officer Delegation

File No Description Property Address Decision

1 DA6533 Two lot subdivision 18 Schoolhouse Road, Samaria Approved

2 DA6540 Construction of a carport 303 Ballintine Road, Stewarton Approved

3 DA290 Construction of a carport 10 Byrne Street, Benalla Approved

4 DA6541 Construction of a dwelling 20 Hall Drive, Benalla Approved

5 DA4133 Construction of a dwelling extension

10 Kurrajong Court, Benalla Approved

6 DA5143 Two lot subdivision and the construction of a dwelling

161 Witt Street, Benalla Approved

7 DA4533 Construction of two single storey dwellings and a two lot subdivision

76 Barkly Street, Benalla Approved

8 DA6539 Two lot subdivision 2-4 Tomkins Parade, Benalla Approved

9 DA4383 Use and development of land for a dwelling

289 Goorambat Thoona Road, Goorambat Approved

10 DA6528 Construction of a dwelling extension

8 Tomkins Parade, Benalla Approved

11 DA4539 Use of the land for an equine veterinary centre

1398 Mansfield Road, Benalla Approved

12 DA4705

Construction of a dwelling extension, verandah, carport and shed extension

141 Witt Street, Benalla Approved

Planning Permits issued under VicSmart There were no Planning Permit Applications issued under VicSmart during the month of July 2017.

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Planning Permit Applications determined by Council There were no Planning Permit Applications determined by Council during the month of July 2017. Planning Permit Applications Withdrawn or Lapsed File No Description Property Address

DA6532 Construction of a carport 18 Goomalibee Street, Benalla

Notices of Decision There were no Notice of Decisions issued during the month of July 2017. A Notice of Decision (NOD) is issued when Council has decided to grant a planning permit when objection(s) are received regarding the application. An objector may appeal to Victorian Civil & Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) against the decision to grant the permit within 21 days of a Notice of Decision being issued. After 28 days if no appeal has been lodged Council will issue the Planning Permit Planning Permit Applications determined by VCAT There were no Planning Permit Applications determined by VCAT during the month of July 2017. Matters before VCAT

DA4949 To Use the Land for a Place of Assembly (Lifestyle Festival) 648 Tatong Tolmie Road, Tatong

Status

The Council lodged its enforcement proceedings relating to non-compliance with conditions on 8 April 2016. A practice day hearing was then held on 29 April 2016. A tribunal order dated 3 May 2016 has set a compulsory conference date for 8 August 2016. After numerous hearings before the Tribunal the matter was finally dealt with on 25 and 26 May 2017. The main components of the order are as follows: The respondent undertakes that there will be no further

‘NudeManFest’ events held on the land as contemplated by permit No. P0022/15.

Pursuant to Section 74 of the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal Act 1998 the application for enforcement order is withdrawn on this basis.

Costs and fees are reserved.

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Council and the owner of the land have put submissions into the Tribunal to try and recuperate some of the costs expended on the hearing. The Tribunal has ordered that each party bear their own costs. The matter before the Tribunal is now completed.

DA5580/3 To use the land for a Restricted Recreation Facility (motor cycle training facility) 144 Bowcher Road, Chesney Vale

Status

An appeal has been lodged by the applicant against Council’s Notice of Decision to Refuse a Permit. An order issued by the Tribunal on 23 November 2016 listed the matter for a practice day hearing on 10 February 2017 and a full hearing on 2 August 2017. At the practice day hearing the Tribunal advised the applicant he must re-serve documents on all parties as it was found that the applicant had originally served the wrong documents. A further practice day hearing was held on 21 April 2017 to ascertain whether or not documents had been served appropriately. The applicant was required to serve an amended statement of grounds on all parties by 1 May 2017. The hearing date was on 2 and 3 August 2017. The Tribunal hearing went for a day and a half concluding at approximately 1.00pm on the second day. At the hearing there were seven local residents represented. In addition, the Council was represented by Russell Kennedy Lawyers and the applicant also had representation. It is expected that a decision from the Tribunal on this matter may take approximately 6-8 weeks to deliver.

DA6494 Buildings and works for motor bike jumps associated with a dwelling 553 Bostock Road, Lurg

Status

An appeal has been lodged by the applicant against conditions of the planning permit issued. Condition Nos. 4, 5, 7, 8 and 14 have been contested by the applicant. The Tribunal hearing is set for 4 July 2017, however the applicant has requested an adjournment to this hearing date until after 17 July 2017. The hearing date has been adjourned to 18 August 2017. On 20 July 2017 the applicant advised Council that they would also be seeking to review Condition No. 6 of the planning permit which restricts the noise emitted by motor bikes using the site. The applicant has not advised how they wish to amend the condition.

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PLANNING PERMIT APPLICATIONS

02468

101214161820

Planning Permit Applications Received Per Month

Applications Received2016/17Applications Received2017/18

0

5

10

15

20

25Planning permit applications decided per month

Applications Decided2016/17

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Building Approvals Issued by the Council and Private Practitioners File No Description Property Address Value $

1 DA6538 Construction of a dwelling and garage 72 Cowan Street, Benalla 177,258

2 DA6521 Construction of a dwelling and garage 2 O’Loughlin Drive, Benalla 271,149

3 DA6536 Construction of a dwelling and garage 6 The Culdesac, Benalla 165,744

4 DA6020

Construction of verandahs, carport, shed and open fireplace

20 Barkly Street, Benalla 40,000

5 DA2330 Construction of one unit 37 Thomas Street, Benalla 140,000

6 DA6514 Construction of a dwelling and shed 85 North Road, Benalla 138,000

7 DA6528 Dwelling extension 8 Tomkins Parade, Benalla 15,000

8 DA6476 Relocation of weatherboard house

45 Clarendon Street, Baddaginnie 50,000

9 DA6498 Construction of shed 21 South Street, Benalla 9,596

10 DA1888 Construction of dwelling and shed

20 Clarendon Street, Baddaginnie 320,000

0

5

10

15

20

Outstanding applications at end of month 2016/17

2015/16

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File No Description Property Address Value $

11 DA743/2 Convert carport to habitable room

3028 Midland Highway, Lima South 5,000

12 DA6523 Construction of shed 4 Short Street, Benalla 9,354

13 DA6485 Construction of shade sail for skate park 18 Fawckner Drive, Benalla 14,856

14 DA5209 Construction of farm shed 82 Martin Road, Moorngag 26,901

15 DA6537 Construction of carport 3 Moorngag Road, Moorngag 6,880

16 DA3028 Construction of carport 10 King Street, Benalla 15,000

17 DA5781 Construction of shed 100 Thomas Street, Benalla 15,599

18 DA6233 Re-stump dwelling 7 Dunn Street, Benalla 6,000

19 DA3928 Construction of roof over existing deck 26 Thomas Street, Benalla 12,000

20 DA4564 Construction of farm shed and carport

141 Williams Road, Lima South 10,000

21 DA5169 Construction of carport 8 Ironbark Drive, Benalla 5,282

22 DA4705

Construction of study, shed extension, carport and front verandah

141 Witt Street, Benalla 45,905

23 DA6542 Construction of dwelling and garage 21 Senator Drive, Benalla 295,747

24 DA6385 Construction of carport and garden shed 44 Benson Street, Benalla 15,000

25 DA6544 Construction of shed and carport

15 Weary Dunlop Drive, Benalla 15,000

26 DA6540 Construction of carport 303 Ballintine Road, Stewarton 10,000

There were 26 building approvals issued in the month of July 2017 to the total value of $1,835,271.

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Building Permits Issued by Certifier by month

0

5

10

15

20

25

Building permits issued by certifier 2017/18

Private Council

0

10

20

30

40

50

60

Total building permits issued per month

2016/17 2017/18

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COUNCIL PLAN 2013-2017 IMPLICATIONS Places and Spaces We will provide community places and spaces to meet the needs of our

community and focus on thoughtfully planned growth to maintain and enhance the high amenity and character of our Rural City

Land uses in urban and rural areas are well planned and appropriate development is managed to meet community needs and to maintain and enhance the high amenity and character of our Rural City.


accountable to our community.

Recommendation: That the report be noted.

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1500

2000

2500

3000

3500

4000

Value of building permits issued ($'000)

Value of Works 2016/17

Value of Works 2017/18

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11. 2016/17 Capital Projects Program – Status as at 30 June 2017 SF/1545

Bryan Campbell – Manager Infrastructure Veronica Schilling – General Manager Development and Environment

PURPOSE OF REPORT The report outlines progress of the 2016/17 Capital Projects Program as at 30 June 2017. BACKGROUND Capital projects are funded from general revenue and grant funding. The Council’s budgetary process allocates available funding to priority projects. The various Council departments are then charged with the responsibility of completing the approved projects within the financial year. Appendix 1 provides the status of current capital projects as at 30 June 2017. DISCUSSION Roads and Bridge Works The new culvert extensions and wing walls were constructed on both ends of the existing culvert on Tatong-Moorngag Road, Tatong to provide wider shoulders and a safer environment for motorists.

Before and after – Tatong-Moorngag Road culvert extension

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Since removing the old wooden bridge on Webbs Road, Goomalibee, 1200mm diameter concrete culverts have been installed complete with concrete wing walls and steel guard rail.

Webbs Road – old wooden bridge and new culverts

A bypass track had been installed due to the old wooden Watchbox Creek bridge on Watchbox Creek Road, Molyullah being unsafe and having a load limit applied. The new bridge utilised the existing steel beams. New bridge abutments were constructed, with a new concrete deck placed on the precast panels. New guard rail and signage has also been installed.

Old wooden Watchbox Creek bridge, Molyullah and bypass track

New Watchbox

Creek bridge, Molyullah

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Benalla Airport A new operations contract is in place for the aviation fuel facility at the Benalla Airport, which is being maintained by Aero Refullers. The development of this facility has enhanced the available air ambulance response options for Benalla and surrounds.

New aviation fuel facility at Benalla Airport

Benalla Lake Foreshore Revitalisation Project A new barbeque, including new electrical wiring, has been installed. Additional seating and tables has also been installed at the new barbeque and around the Skate Park.

New

barbeque installed near the

Skate Park

An application for a building permit for the installation of shade sails was submitted in early June 2017. Quotations have been received and awarded for the shade sail

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installation. This has been scheduled for August 2017 in readiness for summer 2017. Benalla Senior Citizens Community Centre Improvements All construction works have now been completed at the centre. This has included painting, installation of new carpet and lighting, relocation of billiard table, installation of new blinds and office furniture, hot/chilled water as well as sanding and re-coating of the unit parquetry floors.

Parquetry flooring and upgraded meeting room – Benalla Senior Citizens Community Centre Procurement Activity

Status of procurement activities are listed in the tables below:

Major Plant

Number Activity Status CM17.048 Acquisition and trade in - grader Preparations for

release to market Roads

Number Activity Status CM16.038 Provision of asphalt regulation and stabilising

services for various Council roads 2016/17 Contract delivery and management

CM16.039 Gravel road re-sheet 2016/17 capital projects program

Contract completed

CM16.040 Shoulder re-sheet 2016/17 capital projects program Contract completed

CM17.051 Reseal of various Council roads 2017/18 Tender close 22 August 2017

CM17.054 Gravel re-sheet of various Council roads 2017/18 Tender close 22 August 2017

CM17.055 Shoulder re-sheet of various Council Roads 2017/18 Tender close 15 August 2017

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Bridges

Number Activity Status CM16.002 Williams Road Bridge strengthening and bypass

track Work completed Grant acquittal to be done.

CM16.056 Goorambat Thoona Road Bridge Deck Overlay #417 Preparations for release to market

Drainage

Number Activity Status CM14.018 Devenish drainage upgrade Contract awarded

26 April 2017. Contract delivery and management

Facilities

Number Activity Status CM16.033 Churchill Reserve Netball Courts Work completed

Airport

Number Activity Status CMQ16.006 Benalla Airport detention basin and drainage

works Delay due to gas main works

CM16.012 Eastern runway extension Contract delivery and management

CM17.045 West glider strip extension and detention basin Preparations for release to market

CM17.003 Hangar precinct design Planning stage CM17.046 Retention basin extension and channel drainage –

construction – Stage 2 Preparations for release to market

CM17.056 Construction of Code A parallel taxiway Preparations for release to market

Major Projects

Number Activity Status CM16.003 Botanical Gardens Adventure Park Project–

landscape construction In progress – landscaping plan and plant purchases finalised

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management principles including roads, bridges, drains, footpaths, buildings and facilities.

New and expanded community assets are planned and provided to meet community needs and expectations, and infrastructure performance standards.


Land uses in urban and rural areas are well planned and appropriate development is managed to meet community needs and to maintain and enhance the high amenity and character of our Rural City.

Recreation and open space developments across our Rural City are planned and prioritised to maximise the health and enjoyment of our community.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS Forecasting project costs on the Capital Projects Program are based on costs of similar project that have been undertaken in the past. In some cases, an engineering estimate may be used to give a more accurate costing. When any projects come in under the budget allocation, funds can be recommended to be transferred to other projects within the Capital Projects Program in line with the Council Strategic Resource Plan and relevant grant guidelines. Recommendation: That the report be noted.

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Property Land Improvements

Land Development

Business Growth Project (Enterprise Park Subdivision Stage 3A) WIP Buildings

Structure/Fit out

Senior Citizens Community Centre Refurbishment (Accommodation for U3A) Completed

Roof

Art Gallery Roof Repairs Completed

Ride Avenue Pre-school Roof Repairs Completed

Demolition

Demolition of property at Mair Street (design and permits) Completed

Plant and Equipment Plant, Machinery and Equipment

Major Plant

Plant Replacement - Road Grader 1 Completed

Mower Completed Fixtures, Fittings and Furniture

Fixtures

BPACC lighting upgrade WIP

BPACC Speakers Completed

BPACC Audio Sound Desk Completed

BPACC bench / roller door Box Office WIP

BPACC Conference Tables Completed Computers and telecommunications

IT Project 2016/17 WIP

Upgrade to Spectrum Spatial Analysis (new GIS system) Completed

Infrastructure Roads

Shoulder Resheeting

Shoulder_Bungeet Rd 7.500 - 11.400 Completed

Shoulder_Sayers Rd 0.00 - 4.375 Completed

Shoulder_Swanpool Rd 0.0 - 3.590 Completed

Shoulder_Trewin Rd 0.0 - 2.000 Completed

Gravel Road Resheeting

Resheet_Arnott Rd 0.0 - 2.020 Completed

Resheet_Hayes Rd 0.0 - 1.300 Completed

Resheet_Hunter Lane 1.540 - 2.900 Completed

Resheet_Moylan Rd 0.0 - 2.300 Completed

Resheet_Peck Rd 0.00 - 2.560 Completed

Resheet_Glenrowan Boweya Rd 19.4 - 23.3 Completed

Status of current capital projects as at 30 June 2017

Appendix 1

Benalla Rural City Council 1 of 3

Status of current capital projects as at 30 June 2017Crack Sealing

Crack Sealing_Boxwood Rd 4.190 - 9.600 Completed

Crack Sealing_Bungeet Rd 5.600 - 11.800 Completed

Crack Sealing_Devenish-St James Rd 0.00 - 1.800 Completed

Crack Sealing_Molyullah Tatong Rd 0.00 - 8.440 Completed

Crack Sealing_Sayers Rd 0.00 - 4.450 Completed

Crack Sealing_Swanpool-Lima Rd 0.00 - 4.000 Completed

Crack Sealing_Winton-Glenrowan Rd 1.940 - 4.450 Completed

Crack Sealing_Basin Rd - 0.830 - 2.080 Completed

Regulation

Regulation_Thoona-Boweya Rd 1.300 - 3.100 WIP

Regulation_Boxwood Rd 4.190 - 8.560 WIP

Regulation_Bungeet Rd 5.600 - 14.610 WIP

Regulation_Bourke Dr 0.00 - 0.200 Completed

Regulation_Coish Ave 0.00 - 0.650 Completed

Regulation_Evan James Dr 0.00 - 0.166 Completed

Regulation_Swanpool-Lima Rd 0.000 - 4.000 WIP

Regulation_Stewarton Rd 9.490 - 16.155 Completed

Regulation_Second Ave 0.00 - 0.080 Completed

Regulation_Old Thoona Rd 0.00 - 5.430 WIP

Regulation_Carrier St 0.00 - 0.690 WIP

Regulation_Upper Lurg Rd 0.00 - 2.220 Completed

Regulation_Glenrowan -Boweya Rd 1.330-3.800 Completed

Regulation_Devenish-St James Rd 0.00 - 1.800 WIP

Regulation_ _Winton-Glenrowan Rd 1.940 - 4.450 Completed

Regulation_Sayers Rd 0.00 - 4.450 WIP

Regulation _Molyullah Tatong Rd 0.00 - 8.440 WIP

Regulation_Saleyards Rd 0.00 - 1.180 WIP

Road Resealing

Reseal_Baddaginie - Benalla Road 0.00 - 1.27 Completed

Reseal_Cowan St 0.0 - 1.530 Completed Reseal_Glenrowan-Boweya Rd 1.330 - 3.800 & 8.90 - 10.70 & 11.300 - 12.680 Completed

Reseal_Goorambat Dookie College Rd 1.00 - 1.700 Completed

Reseal_Goorambat Thoona Rd 0.00 - 2.800 Completed

Reseal_Olivers Rd 0.000 - 0.880 Completed

Reseal_Roe St 0.000 - 0.670 Completed

Reseal_Sharpe Rd 0.0 - 1.90 Completed

Reseal_Church St 0.000 - 0.220 Completed

Final-seal_Tarnook Rd Completed Footpaths and cycleways

New Cycleway

Benalla Winton Wetland Cycle Trail WIP

Cycleway_Footpath- 53 Coster St to 136 Bridge St Not Started

Pedestrian Facilities

Smythe St Bus Shelter ( relocated to Church Street ) Completed


Status of current capital projects as at 30 June 2017 Bridges

Bridges

Bridge_Devenish-Wangaratta Rd #180 Preliminaries

Bridge_Devenish-Wangaratta Rd #347 Preliminaries

Bridge_Dookie-Devenish Rd #28 Preliminaries

Bridge_Feldtmans Rd #39 Preliminaries

Bridge_Wattle Creek Rd #123 Preliminaries

Bridge_Webbs Rd #323 Completed

Bridge_Williams Rd #125 (BRP) Completed

Bridge_Stock Lane #() Preliminaries

Bridge - WatchBox Creek Rd Completed

Culvert

Tatong-Moorngag Road Culvert extension # 446 Completed

Culvert - Kennedy Ck Sydney Rd (Price Road Culvert) Preliminaries Drainage

New Drainage

Drainage Rehabilitation - Devenish Drainage Stage 1/2 WIP Recreational, leisure and community facilities

Sport facilities

Churchill Reserve Netball Courts Completed

Playground Equipment

Childrens adventure park redevelopment Completed Waste Management

Containment Cell Construction / Equipment

Landfill - construction of cell 2 Preliminaries

Cell Capping / Rehabilitation

Landfill - Rehabilitation Stage 1 (design & construct area 2-6) Preliminaries

Regional Landfill Study

Joint regional landfill solution Completed Aerodromes

Airport

Airporort Redevelopment - Extension Glider Strip West (300m) (Fed) Preliminaries

Airport Redevelopment - Install New Safety Fencing & Gates (State) Completed

Airport Redevelopment - Install New Aviation Fuel Facility (State) Completed

Airport Redevelopment - Extension To Hangar Access & Upgrade Hardstand (State) Completed

Airport Redevelopment - Installation Of 30 Regulatory Signs (Council) Completed

Airport Redevelopment - Emergency Runway South-East Paddock (10,500m2) (Council) Completed

Airport Redevelopment - Extension Glider Strip East (Council) WIP

Airport Redevelopment - Construct Operations Amenities Building (Council) Not Started Airport Redevelopment - Stormwater Retention Basin (Fed) WIP Airport Redevelopment - Channel Drainage Maintenance (Fed) WIP Airport Redevelopment - Water reticulation to glider gridding (Council) Completed




12. Development Department – activity report for the quarter ended 30 June 2017

SF/1546 Nilesh Singh – Manager Development

Veronica Schilling – General Manager Development and Environment PURPOSE OF REPORT The report details the activities of the Development Department for the quarter ended 30 June 2017. BACKGROUND The Development Department primarily provides a broad range of development services to the residents and ratepayers of the municipality. It frequently provides services to prospective new residents and to developers. The Development Department is responsible for services such as town planning, land use studies, environmental health matters, building services, domestic animal management, parking and enforcement of local and State Government legislation. The services provided by the professional staff of the unit are primarily statutory in nature, as the Council is required by various acts of parliament to provide specific regulatory services. The staffing and resources required to provide the services are largely funded by rate revenue, but are subsidised by fees collected for the services provided. In most cases there are also statutory regulations governing the level of fees that the Council can charge for the services provided. The following sections of this report set out a brief discussion of the highlights and issues for the Development Department operations for the quarter ended 30 June 2017.

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1. STRATEGIC PLANNING 1.1 State Planning Scheme Amendments The State Government makes changes to the state planning policy framework, zone provisions, overlay provisions, particular provisions, general provisions and definitions. In this quarter the State implemented two such amendments. 1.1.1 Amendment VC136 Amendment VC136 was included into the Benalla Planning Scheme on 13 April 2017 and made the following changes: Amendment VC136 introduces state-wide planning requirements for apartment developments. The Amendment changes the Victoria Planning Provisions (VPP) and all planning schemes in Victoria by:

Inserting a new Particular Provision at Clause 58 (Apartment developments) to

introduce new requirements for apartment developments of five or more storeys (excluding a basement) in a residential zone and all apartment developments in other zones.

Amending Clause 55 (Two or more dwellings on a lot and residential buildings)

to include new requirements for apartment developments.

Deleting Clause 52.35 (Urban context report and design response for residential development of five or more storeys). The content of Clause of 52.35 is translated into Clause 58.01.

Amending clauses 32.04 (Mixed Use Zone), 32.05 (Township Zone), 32.07 (Residential Growth Zone) and 32.08 (General Residential Zone).

Amending clauses 34.01 (Commercial 1 Zone), 37.01 (Special Use Zone), 37.02 (Comprehensive Development Zone), 37.04 (Capital City Zone), 37.05 (Docklands Zone), 37.06 (Priority Development Zone) and 37.08 (Activity Centre Zone) to:

Require an application for an apartment development to meet the

requirements of Clause 58. Update the decision guidelines to require the responsible authority to

consider the objectives, standards and decision guidelines of Clause 58 before deciding on an application for an apartment development.

Specify application requirements for an apartment development.

Include transitional provisions for applications lodged before the approval date of this Amendment.

Amending Clause 43.05 (Neighbourhood Character Overlay) to prevent

Standards B35 to B49 (inclusive) of Clause 55 from being modified in a schedule to the overlay.

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Amending Clause 72 (General Terms) to introduce a definition for the term

‘Apartment’.

1.1.2 Amendment VC133 Amendment VC133 was included into the Benalla Planning Scheme on 25 May 2017 and made the following changes: The Amendment corrects inconsistencies and improves the structure of

planning schemes to enable their migration into the Planning Scheme Information Management System (PSIMS) to improve access to, and more efficient amendment of, the planning schemes in Victoria.

The changes are administrative and technical corrections and will align with a new Ministerial Direction on The Form and Content of Planning Schemes issued under section 7(5) of the Planning and Environment Act 1987 (the Act).

1.2 Benalla Rural City Council The Council is also in the process of preparing a number of Planning Scheme Amendments. 1.2.1 Amendment C32 – Anomalies A review of the current zonings of the Planning Scheme is currently being undertaken to ascertain which parcels of land have an appropriate zoning applied. The purpose of the amendment is to rectify any errors in the zoning maps to reflect the correct zoning and/or use. At the Planning and Development Committee Meeting on 18 March 2015 the Council resolved to adopt the amendment and seek authorisation from the Minister for Planning to prepare the amendment. The amendment was sent to the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP) on 24 August 2016 for authorisation. DELWP authorised the amendment subject to conditions on 5 September 2016. The amendment has been altered to reflect the conditions of DELWP and was sent back to DELWP on 27 March 2016 for approval. On 8 May 2017 DELWP advised to proceed with exhibition of the amendment. It is envisaged that the amendment will be exhibited in August 2017 and a report on submissions made to the Council in November 2017. 1.2.2 Amendment C33 - Rezoning of Land at 48 Four Mile Road A request has been received to rezone land at 48 Four Mile Road, Benalla from Farming Zone to General Residential Zone. The subject site is designated as an area for future residential growth within the Municipal Strategic Statement of the Benalla Planning Scheme. The Minister authorised the amendment on 15 December 2014 and it was exhibited between 29 January 2015 and 3 March 2015. As a result of exhibition, three submissions objecting or requiring changes have been received. Two submissions requesting changes have been submitted by the Environmental Protection Authority

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and the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP). One objection has been received from an independent submitter. The submission from DELWP has been withdrawn as it no longer has any objections to the proposal. The proponent has also submitted a draft drainage plan for review on 3 July 2017. The plan has been submitted to alleviate the concerns of the independent submitter and is currently being assessed by Council’s Engineers. A further 12 month extension until 29 January 2018 has been given to determine the amendment. 1.2.3 Amendment C35 – Kilfeera Road, Benalla – Benalla A request has been received to rezone land within the Benalla Airport environs fronting onto Kilfeera Road. It is proposed to rezone a portion of land fronting Kilfeera Road from Public Use Zone Schedule 2 to the General Residential Zone. The purpose of the rezoning is to allow for the adjoining aged care residential facility to expand their operation east of the site. The amendment was reported to a Planning and Development Committee meeting on 10 May 2017 where it was resolved to send the amendment to the Minister for Planning for authorisation On 6 June 2017 DELWP requested further information before the request to amend could be considered. Council Officers are currently collating the further information required by DELWP to further progress the amendment.

1.2.4 Amendment C36 – Rezoning of Land at 72-82 Samaria Road, Benalla A request has been received to rezone land at 72-82 Samaria Road, Benalla from Industrial 1 Zone to General Residential Zone. The site contains a former carpet manufacturing use and is located on the south-west corner of Samaria Road and Coster Street, Benalla. The proponent sought advice on the amendment from Council Officers and DEWLP with regard to the proposal and explanatory report. The application was lodged with the Council on 12 January 2017. The amendment was reported to a Planning and Development Committee meeting on 8 February 2017 were it was resolved to send the amendment to the Minister for Planning for authorisation subject to the submission of additional information. The information has been received and the proposal has been forwarded to the Minister for Planning for authorisation. On 5 June 2017 DELWP requested further information before the request to amend could be considered. The proponent is currently collating the further information required by DELWP to progress the amendment.

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2. STATUTORY PLANNING Town planning

Activity Quarter

Jun 17 Mar 17 Jun 16

Total Planning Permit Applications Received 41 44 49 Applications decided between 01/04/17 – 30/06/17 Permits / Notices of Decision Refusal Withdrawn Lapsed Applications

38 0 4 0

41 0 2 0

39 0 1 0

Applications active at 30 June 17 19 19 20

Appeals lodged at VCAT for planning applications 1 0 1

Appeals pending at VCAT for planning applications 2 2 0 Number of VCAT decisions that did not set aside Council’s decision in relation to a planning application 0 0 N/A

Amended applications 8 5 4 Processing times: Total applications decided under 20 statutory days

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27

25

Total applications decided within 21 – 40 statutory days 7 12 11

Total applications decided within 41 – 60 statutory days 3 3 3

Total applications decided over 60 statutory days 1 1 0 Median number of days between receipt of a planning application and a decision on the application 10 15 18

Referrals: Applications referred to external authority (Sec 52) 32 18 36

Applications referred to external authority (Sec 55) 29 24 28

Timber Harvest Plans 5 6 1

Extension of Time for Planning Permits Granted 3 6 7

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Application category for applications decided during the quarter

Planning Permit Applications decided during June quarter 2017 (by decision time, per cent of total)

0 5 10 15 20 25 30

Change or extension of use

Alterations and additions to building structure or…

One or more new buildings

Single dwelling

Multi-dwelling

Other buildings and works

Demolition

Vegetation removal

Subdivision

Liquor licence

Waiving of parking requirement

Signage

Telecommnunications Facility

Other

78%

14%

6%

2%

< 20 days

21–40 days

41–60 days

Over 60 days

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Applications decided over 60 statutory days

Ref Location Description Comment Days P0085/14 Amended

71 Cowan Street, Benalla

A staged 31 lot subdivision

Awaiting comments from AusNet

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Applications outstanding over 60 statutory days as at 30 June 2017

Ref Location Description Comment P0144/16 171 Grant Drive

and 47 Evan James Drive, Benalla

Nine lot subdivision and vegetation removal

Further information requested after 28 days of application being lodged

Enforcement Planning enforcement is a high priority of the Planning Unit. The officers continue to undertake audits of planning permits to ensure compliance with conditions. The Planning Unit is actively pursuing compliance on the following matters:

High Priority A large amount of native vegetation has been removed from a site in

Moorngag. Council Officers have conducted an inspection of the property with a qualified ecologist. The next step is to formally interview the owner of the site and then to wait on the report from the ecologist before deciding what (if any) enforcement action should be undertaken.

Motor bike jumps were constructed on a property in Lurg. The owner was

advised to stop work until a planning permit was decided upon. A planning permit was issued for the jumps subject to conditions under the VicSmart planning process. Council Officers are monitoring the use for ongoing compliance with the permit conditions. The applicant has appealed the conditions of the permit to the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal. The Tribunal hearing will be held on 18 August 2017.

Medium Priority Vehicle Storage – An excessively large amount of vehicles are being stored on

a site. Council Officers have met the owner on site and written to the owner to remove the cars from the site within two months. The number of cars on the site has been reduced and Council Officers are monitoring the continued removal of vehicles from the land.

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3. BUILDING SURVEYING The following table and chart set out a summary of the main activities administered by the Building Services Unit during the quarter compared to previous quarters.

Quarter

Jun 17 Mar 17 Jun 16 Total number of permits issued 83 74 66

Dwellings/Re-locatable/Demolition Private Council

23 22 23 12 11

11 11

8 15

Alterations/Extension Private Council

4 4 3 2 2

1 3

0 3

Swimming Pools Private Council

2 9 4 0 2

4 5

1 3

Garages/Sheds/Carports/Re-stump/Fencing/Pergola Private Council

51 33 29

9 42

5 28

5 24

Commercial Private Council

3 5 7 2 1

2 3

0 7

Industrial Private Council

0 1 0 0 0

0 1

0 0

Total Cost of Works ($’000) 6,510 5,667 4,901 Building Certificates 57 90 65 Land Information Certificates 154 170 136 Building Notices/Orders 3 6 5 Complaints Received and Investigated 7 10 1 Inspections Undertaken 145 147 102

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Building Permits issued June quarter 2017 compared to previous quarters

Highlights 688 phone calls and 131 over-the-counter enquiries during May and June 2017 Currently investigating numerous complaints about people living in sheds Commencing legal action against a property owner who demolished a dwelling

without a building permit in a location with a heritage overlay Following up issues with ‘The Shed’ at 122 Bridge Street East, Benalla

0 10 20 30 40 50 60

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Alterations/Extension

Swimming Pools

Garages/Sheds/Carports/Re-stump/Fencing/Pergola

Commercial

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4. PUBLIC HEALTH Summary of the main activities during June quarter 2017 compared to previous quarters

Activity Quarter Jun 17 Mar 16 Jun 16

Food Act Registrations Temporary food permits applications 3 3 3 Temporary food SOT - Streatrader 49 64 49 Food premises registration renewals 0 130 5 New food premises applications received 1 1 4 Transfer of food premises registrations 3 2 1 Inspection of above 80% Class 1 and 2 premises accordance with Food Act

39 30 32

Food Act Surveillance Food recalls 6 5 6 Inspections undertaken 4 1 3 Statutory sampling 0 28 0

Samples obtained for investigation purposes 0 0 0 Wastewater Management New permit applications received 14 12 10 Permits issued 12 12 9 Systems finalised 15 7 10 Inspections undertaken 40 36 42 Building Report and Consent (unsewered areas) 6 3 2 Planning Referrals (unsewered areas) 18 16 14 Health Act Surveillance New applications received 1 0 0 Transfers 1 0 1 Inspections undertaken (swimming pools and other premises) 0 0 0 Total number of Class 1 and Class 2 food premises requiring an annual food safety assessment

110 108 N/A

Total number of food premises registered of notified in accordance with the Food Act 1984

191 247 N/A

Number of critical non-compliance outcome notifications and major non-compliance notifications about a food premises followed up

0 0 N/A

Number of critical non-compliance outcome notifications and major non-compliance notifications about a food premises

0 0 N/A

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Activity Quarter Jun 17 Mar 16 Jun 16

Complaints Health/Environment 1 1 0 Food 4 1 5

Number of days between receipt and first response action for all food complaints

1 1 1

Immunisation Service Community Care Session

Number of clients 61 37 101 Vaccinations administered 104 77 158

Waminda House Session Number of clients 9 6 20 Vaccinations administered 21 9 27

Highlights Gastro Outbreak A suspected viral gastro outbreak in a local nursing home was quickly bought under control by very experienced staff. Food Recalls Six food recalls were followed up this quarter. These were primarily with supermarkets. Four other recalls were assessed as not impacting our local proprietors; however could show up as a source of illness in residents homes so are kept on record and promoted in the media. Sometimes distribution lists are provided and for the first time we had one of our smaller premises listed specifically for a very quick response to action the recall. The majority of food recalls related to labelling breaches associated with potential allergy causing ingredients. A local resident purchased a pastry product from a supermarket that had the plastic finger of a glove embedded in the product. Investigations by colleagues in a Council in Melbourne have traced the problem to a manufacturer in the Middle East.

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5. Compliance Unit

Quarter Activity Jun 17 Mar 16 Jun 16 Animals - Domestic Calls requiring follow-up 183 279 318 Official Warnings 0 0 4 Response calls 173 244 278 Impounded 104 101 100 Reclaimed from Council 43 54 N/A Reclaimed from RSPCA 9 13 N/A Number of animals registered as at 30 June 2017 3,299 Number of day between receipt and first response action of all animal management requests 1 1 N/A

Animals- Livestock Calls requiring follow-up 13 26 51 Notice to Confine Livestock 0 0 2 Response calls 16 20 34 Impounded 0 0 2 Parking and Traffic Calls requiring follow-up 8 10 20 Official Warnings 0 2 10 Abandoned vehicles 18 16 15 Environment Protection Act (Litter) Calls requiring follow-up 20 13 5 Official Warnings 0 0 0 Local Law Calls requiring follow-up 16 74 101 Notice To Comply 5 5 39 Environmental Health Calls requiring follow-up 0 0 4 Official Warnings 0 0 0 Notices Issued 0 0 0 Infringement Notices Local Law 0 0 4 Animals – Domestic / Livestock 10 14 14 Environmental Health / Environmental Protection Act 0 0 0 Parking / traffic 7 99 124 Fire prevention / environment 0 0 0

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Quarter Activity Jun 17 Mar 16 Jun 16 Total withdrawn 5 2 8 Final demand 11 12 23 Number of successful animal management prosecutions 0 1 N/A

Building and Planning Investigations 17 17 13 Ongoing 14 14 12 Completed 0 3 1 Compliance notices issued 0 0 0 Tobacco Act Compliance Number of test purchases conducted 1 0 N/A Premises Sign and Tobacco Display Non-Compliance 0 0 N/A Educational visits undertaken/inspections 0 0 N/A

Highlights The Compliance Department is now providing the tobacco test purchasing services and commencing on 1 August 2017 Council Officers will be involved with the enforcement of a smoke-free outdoor dining area. In preparation for the change Council Officers attended the Reforms to Tobacco Act training in July. The draft Domestic Animal Management Plan and draft Community Local Law are advancing and have been the subject of separate reports.

59%

41%

Infringment Notices Issued

Animals -Domestic/Livestock

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Permits Issued

6. Fee dispensation The Council adopted a policy for supporting community groups and others through fee dispensation or reduction and responding to other circumstances as warranted. As part of the policy, any requests for fee dispensation are to be reported quarterly to the Council. For the quarter ending 30 June 2017 the following proposals have been assessed under the policy.

Applicant Proposal/Permit Type Value of fee waived ($)

Benalla Rural City Council

Building Permit 667.00

Swanpool General Store Food Premises Late Registration Payment Penalty

172.50

Baileys of Glenrowan Food Premises Late Registration Payment Penalty

172.50

Thoona Hotel Food Premises Late Registration Payment Penalty

172.50

Benalla Rural City Council Road Closure 55.00

Benalla Business Network Community Event 55.00

Benalla Saints Sports Club Inc. Fundraising 55.00

0 10 20 30 40Street Furniture

Street TradingAdvertising / Goods on the FootpathStreet Parties / Non Road Activities

Open Air BurningSkip Bin on Road Reserve

General PermitLivestock Grazing / Moving

FundraisingAnimals

Community EventsSection 13 - CFA Permit to Burn

Asset Protection PermitFirewood Collection

AlcoholWorks within Road Reserve

Road ClosurePermits Issued

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Applicant Proposal/Permit Type Value of fee waived ($)

Australian Hearing Benalla Health

Community Event 55.00

Benalla P-12 College Community Event 55.00

Anglican Parish of Benalla Fundraising 55.00

Salvation Army Thrift Shop Goods on Display 55.00

Lions Club of Benalla Fundraising 55.00

Benalla Agricultural and Pastoral Society

Planning Public Notice Fee 81.00

HDC Legal (Cannatelli) Planning Permit 1,080.00

Hollywoods Pizza Food Premises Late Registration Payment Penalty

174.00

Joni Jones Planning Permit Amendment – settle a dispute

1,310.00

Total $4,269.50 For the quarter 16 applications with a value of $4,269.50 in fee dispensations were allowed.

Community events 4 Fundraising 3 Food premises late registrations 4 Planning matters and 4 Building matter 1

COUNCIL PLAN 2013 – 2017 IMPLICATIONS Places and Spaces We will provide community places and spaces to meet the needs of our

community and focus on thoughtfully planned growth to maintain and enhance the high amenity and character of our Rural City.

Our Natural Environment We will take a proactive and strategic approach to protect our natural

environment and safeguard its ability to support our community into the future.

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7. Financial Status for the Development Department - year ended 30 June 2017

Net Cost

YTD Actual $’000

YTD Forecast

$’000

Variance (unfav) $’000

Comment

Compliance 399 501 102 Reduced callout expenditure

Planning 188 165 (23) Legal expense for planning enforcement and VCAT matters

Building 48 36 (12) Higher duties payment for staff member to fill a temporarily-vacant position.

Environmental Health

78 94 16 Awaiting implementation of the domestic wastewater management plan

Total 713 796 83 Recommendation: That the report be noted.

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13. Infrastructure Department – activity report for the quarter ended 30 June 2017

SF/1545 Bryan Campbell - Manager Infrastructure

Veronica Schilling - General Manager Development and Environment PURPOSE OF REPORT The report outlines the activities of the Infrastructure Department for the quarter ended 30 June 2017. DEPARTMENT PROFILE The Infrastructure Department delivers four key functions: Operations Delivery of maintenance services to meet responsibilities under the Road

Management Act Provide timely resolution to customer and Councillor requests Coordinate staff and resources to respond to emergency situations and play a

key role in the administration of claims under the Natural Disaster Financial Assistance funding.

Asset Management Deliver best practice Asset Management, in accordance with the MAV STEP

Guidelines in order to provide levels of service in a cost effective and sustainable way

Maintain a register of Infrastructure Assets Prepared and submitted to the MAV the National Asset Management

Assessment Framework (NAMAF) audit on both core and advanced asset management competencies

Completed and submitted to the MAV the Asset Renewal Liability audit which assesses the renewal liability for council based on asset condition and budget allocation

Geographic Information System management, including property numbering, property boundaries and maintenance.

Engineering Delivery of civil engineering reports that analyse the Council and community

developments Delivery of the capital projects identified in the Council’s Capital Projects

Program Administer requests for engineering referrals and consents to Work Within Road

Reserves National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) written consents.

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HIGHLIGHTS FOR THE QUARTER Operations Significant works for the quarter ended 30 June 2017 included: Completed community consultation as part of the Road Management Plan

review Completed NDFA claim for $166,450 for the flood damage works completed in

Thoona, Boweya, Warrenbayne, Lurg, Swanpool and Lima resulting from the September and October 2016 storms

Beaching of drain at the train line in Baddaginnie, as well as Arundel Street, Maud Street and Market Street in Benalla

Drain cleaning in various areas throughout the municipality, including Baddaginnie and Irwin Road, Sydney Road and Roe Street in Benalla

Cleaning of pipes by a contractor in Arundel Street, Maud Street, Market Street and Crockford Street in Benalla

Cleaning of kerb and channel completed using the hired street sweeper

Completion of culvert repair on Mitchell Road, Tatong

Annual autumn leaf pickup Carriageway clearance works completed

on Reef Hills Road, Warrenbayne, Lewis Road Tatong, Bungeet Road Bungeet, Cleary Road Bungeet, Goudie Road Chesney Vale and Bowcher Road Chesneyvale

Removal of dangerous trees on Molyullah-Tatong Road, Molyullah and McLean Road, Upper Lurg

Crushed rock placed on the shared path from Noarana Drive to Glenfern Court in Benalla

Completion of gravel patching on unsealed roads and premixing of sealed roads Minor resurfacing completed on:

- Knights Road and Arnott Road, Whitegate - Mitchell Road and Old Tatong Road, Tatong - Warnock Road, Swanpool - Booth Road, Taminick

Damage to backhoe (plant number 304) and waiting on confirmation from insurance company and outcomes

Clutch replaced on front end loader (plant number 503) All items of plant are up to date with their servicing requirements

Annual autumn leaf pickup

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Asset Management Stage 2 of developing and upgrading the corporate Geographical Information

System to an industry standard web based application. Testing is occurring on the new software at present. Administration training has been completed and manuals are being developed

Updating and maintenance of internal and external core spatial datasets, including auditing Council addresses and property numbers with VicMap addressing and VicMap property datasets

Working with regional Councils under the guidance of the Municipal Association of Victoria to map the Hume Regional Freight strategy. This work is to link freight routes throughout the municipalities and identify local freight links and state freight links. This work can then be used to help leverage future funding for road and bridge upgrades

Commenced mapping updated data for the Food Security Scan Report 2017 - Scoping Healthy Food Access in Benalla, a joint project with Benalla Health. The project commenced in 2013 and new data and maps will reflect changes and improvements implemented over the past four years.

Engineering Delivery of capital projects is outlined in Capital Project Program status report

also included in the agenda. STATISTICAL DATA The table outlines requests for works received through the Asset Asyst program of inspection and Customer Request Management System.

Task Sep 2016 Dec 2016 Mar 2017 Jun 2017 Defects Overdue on Roads and Drains Safety Only Link Roads Collector Roads Access Roads

79 57 57

56 57 71

50 74

127

20 24

20 Defects overdue on footpaths safety only 30 34 154 68

Defects rectified Routine maintenance and safety 273 237 787 186

Defects and maintenance items outstanding 312 251 2,393 390

Customer Requests completed 551 499 430 434 Customer requests outstanding 10 34 15 4 Unsealed roads graded 91.5 km 156.05 km 98 km 154 km Sealed road shoulders graded 0 km 0 km 100.9 km 6 km After hours call outs 139 125 38 35

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The data from Asset Asyst is now an accurate reflection due to the installation of an updated software version. The update of the software has removed old defects data from the system and staff completed both a desktop and field check to confirm data.

Grading works on Basin Road

Task Sep 2016 Dec 2016 Mar 2017 Jun 2017 Road Inspections Rural East

A & B Link Collector & Access Urban B&D Link Collector & Access Night Audits West A & B Link & Collector

Rural East A & B Link Collector, Access & Limited Access Rural West A & B Link, Collector, Access & Limited Access Urban A, B, C & D Link, Collector & Access

Urban A, B, C and D Link and Collector Rural East A&B and Rural West A&B Link Rural East A&B and Rural West A&B C East Link, Collector & Access roads

Urban A & C, West A & B Link, Collector and Access East Link, Collector and Access

Footpath Inspections

CBD Footpaths & High Use Footpaths

CBD, Major Access and High Use

High use footpaths, Access F and East Access footpaths

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Task Sep 2016 Dec 2016 Mar 2017 Jun 2017 Fireplug Inspections Urban B Urban C Urban D

and A Rural and Urban A

Bridge Inspections Level 1 Level 1 Rural Road numbers issued 8 7 11 47 NHV Road Manager Written Consents 6 18 17 13

Dial Before You Dig enquiries 292 254 360 223 M1s forwarded to the Spatial Information Division of DELWP to update the State mapping datasets with new addresses and Council Property Numbers and rectify anomalies

42 22 62 66

Maintenance and auditing parcels on mapbase 99 33 88 129

There is an increase in rural road and urban numbers as it includes new assigned numbers and amendments identified in the audit currently being done with the VicMap Addressing Improvement Project across Victoria. Road, Footpath, Fire Plug and Bridge Inspection intervals The inspection table shows that the road and footpath networks are split into four categories each. These inspections are carried out in line with the Road Management Plan and Footpath Management requirements as tabled below. Task Inspection Interval (months) Link roads 3 Collector roads 3 Access roads 6 Limited Access roads 12 CBD paths 6 High Use paths 9 Major Access paths 12 Access paths 24

Fire Plug inspections are carried out six monthly in all areas. Level 1 Bridge inspections are carried out six monthly. Level 2 Bridge inspections are carried out by a qualified Bridge Inspector. All Council bridges have Level 2 Bridge inspections carried out as part of a rolling program, with a third of bridges inspected each year.

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COUNCIL PLAN 2013-2017 IMPLICATIONS

Places and Spaces Community infrastructure is maintained in accordance with best practice asset

management principles including roads, bridges, drains, footpaths, buildings and facilities

New and expanded community assets are planned and provided to meet community needs and expectations, and infrastructure performance standards.


Our Natural Environment Drainage and flood mitigation strategies are developed for our Rural City.


accountable to our community. FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS A summary of revenue and expenditure of the Infrastructure Department for the financial year ended 30 June 2017 compared to forecast is provided in the table below.

Function Actual $’000

Budget Forecast

$’000


Grants income (2,168) (1,425) 744 Infrastructure support net cost 282 36 (214) Sealed roads 303 267 (36) Unsealed roads 1,038 889 (149) Roadsides 374 356 (18) Drainage 468 319 (149) Street cleaning 49 64 15 Operation support and infrastructure improvements 3,529 3,992 463 Bridge maintenance 73 70 (3) Mechanics workshop 81 103 22 Plant operations net cost (363) (289) 74 Infrastructure total 3,666 4,383 717 Recommendation: That the report be noted.

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14. Facilities Department – activity report for the quarter ended 30 June 2017

SF/1544 Greg Robertson – Manager Facilities

Veronica Schilling – General Manager Development and Environment PURPOSE OF REPORT The report details the activities of the Facilities Department for the quarter ended 30 June 2017. DEPARTMENT PROFILE The Facilities Department covers a broad range of functions which include: Parks and Gardens The Parks Coordinator supervises a team of five field staff and also provides advice and support to the Council in relation to parks, gardens and open spaces. The responsibilities of the Parks and Gardens Unit include: parks, gardens and open space maintenance urban and rural township street tree and streetscape maintenance management of the Benalla Botanical Gardens management of Flood Mitigation Vegetation Clearance, Electrical Line

Clearance, and Roadside and Intersection Slashing contract projects. Facilities Management The Facilities Coordinator provides advice and support to the Council in relation to the ongoing maintenance and management of Council-owned facilities. The functions of the Facilities Unit include: programmed maintenance and inspection of all Council facilities management of the public facilities cleaning contract management of the Benalla Aquatic Centre contract management of the Benalla Airport and the Benalla Livestock Marketing Centre administration and project management of capital works relating to facilities. Recreation Facilities Management The Waste and Facilities Coordinator provides advice and support to the Council and the community in relation to the management of recreation reserves including maintenance management of built assets and sports surfaces, committee governance and grant funding. Support to the community is delivered by working closely with committees of management and includes active participation in the following committee meetings: Benalla Indoor Recreation Centre Committee of Management Benalla Gardens Oval Reserve Committee of Management

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Benalla Showgrounds Recreation Reserve Committee of Management Churchill Recreation Reserve Committee of Management Goorambat Recreation Reserve Committee of Management Racecourse Reserve Advisory Committee United Friendlies Reserve Committee of Management. Waste Management The Waste and Facilities Coordinator supervises a team of staff to provide advice and support to the Council in relation to the strategic and regulatory management of the Benalla Landfill Resource and Recovery Centre. Waste Management became a function of the Facilities Department on 1 July 2016 with the aim of allocating greater Council resource to waste management. The functions of the Waste Unit include: strategic planning for the ongoing operation and rehabilitation of the Benalla

Landfill Resource and Recovery Centre operational management of the landfill and staff compliance with the terms and conditions of the Environment Protection

Authority waste licence and liaison with the Environment Protection Authority coordination of various contractor engagements to undertake scheduled

environmental monitoring of ground water and gasses at the facility management of the kerbside and street bin waste, recycle and organics

contracts. HIGHLIGHTS OF QUARTER Activities undertaken by the Facilities Department during the quarter ended 30 June 2017 included: Benalla Botanical Gardens commencement of rose pruning fertilising of turf and various garden beds replacement planting and mulching of various garden beds painting of bollards with assistance of the Justice Department. Parks and Gardens herbicide spraying program implemented at all parks and reserves repairs to CBD seating playground inspections and repairs uplift pruning for footpaths and roads completed street light audit in CBD urban nature strip tree replacement planting program

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commencement of Smythe Street and Carrier Street mature elm tree replacement program

commencement of monthly inspections of the Lake Benalla dam wall, as per DELWP management plan and recommendations

completion of application for state funding for the transition of National Livestock Identification System (NLIS) at Benalla Saleyards

provided assistance for the delivery of the Adventure Park project planting of 64 street trees. Road reserves ongoing contract management of CM16.042 Roadside slashing for all township

entrances. Trees urban roadside tree pruning maintenance completion of recommended works in Samaria Road and River Gum reserve

following arborist report and safety concerns the removal of fourteen trees, including four damaged by storm, three

deceased, six co-dominant and one dislodged due to vehicle accident infrastructure damage.

Art Gallery investigation of faults with the fountain and repacking of fountain pump serviced the Electronic Work Platform (EWP) minor plumbing repairs test and tag of electrical equipment. Benalla Airport repairs to toilets, including new lock and light switch approval received for lowering of gas main for retention basin liaising with Ausnet Services for Stage 1 of Electrical Upgrade – group metering

and removal of eastern overhead wiring general maintenance, including herbicide spraying, replacement of drainage pit

lids and replacement of globes. Benalla Lake Foreshore and Skate Park installation of new barbeque quote acceptance and plan the construction of new shade sail. Benalla Performing Arts and Convention Centre installation of new reception area cupboard and new box office window roller

shutter new duress alarms installed

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relocation of oval tables to Town Hall and Drill Hall removal of snake from foyer carpet cleaning repairs to dividing walls. Civic Centre repairs to zip water circuit breaker test and tag of electrical equipment spot painting completed in the Council chambers. Customer Service Centre installation of cupboards and whiteboards in various offices test and tag of electrical equipment service of automatic doors and installation of new guards installation of sound barrier between photocopy room and office. Denny Street public toilets repairs to lighting repairs to flushing solenoids and servicing of flushing mechanisms repairs to toilet drains and taps. Drill Hall repairs to locks creation of cleaning and supplies cupboard for user groups test and tag of electrical equipment.

Infrastructure Department Depot repairs to main office lock and security gate service of triple inceptor repairs to hot water point for accessible toilet repairs to front office ramp. 2 Mair Street, Benalla gas and power connected servicing of gas equipment repairs to windows and fascia garden maintenance completed repairs to roof and guttering internal and external cleaning completed.

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Former Waste Incinerator Site waste and recycle bins stacked and area tidied up. Saleyards weed spraying completed, including through yards and truckwash repairs to lighting at truckwash repairs to burst pipe at loading ramp. Senior Citizens Community Centre new painting completed throughout common areas relocation of billiard table purchase of new crockery and cutlery repairs to antenna. Sir Edward Weary Dunlop Learning Centre supply of OHS equipment, including standing mats, sit/stand desk and loud

hailer repairs to power points installation of new filing cabinets repairs to blinds test and tag of electrical equipment clean up of storage area after recent flooding from rain. Sir Edward Weary Dunlop Learning Centre public toilets repairs to flushing mechanisms graffiti removal. Town Hall clean up of stage and relocation of furniture replacement of light globes repairs to exposed wires in ceiling. Visitor Information Centre pest control completed investigation of faults with smoke alarm replacement of light globes. Benalla Indoor Recreation Centre (BIRC) Committee of Management Governance The Committee of Management is advancing a project to have the Table Tennis

Association relocated from the Drill Hall to the BIRC.

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Benalla Sports and Equestrian Centre Advisory Committee Facility Management The Benalla Darts Association, with the assistance of the Council, have

installed heating and cooling to the Roy Hill Pavilion Benalla Show Grounds Reserve Committee of Management Facility Management The Access Upgrade Project aimed at improving the infrastructure surrounding

the netball courts is in a completed application format ready for submission in the next round of the Country Football & Netball Facilities Program. This application was prepared by the Council on behalf of the Benalla Saints Football and Netball Club.

The Arundel Street Upgrade Planning Project is aimed at planning the infrastructure needs at the Arundel Street Ovals, An expression of interest application has been submitted through the Community Sports Infrastructure Fund and an outcome should be known by the end of August 2017. The

application was prepared by the Council on behalf of the Benalla and District Junior Football League. The Committee of Management in partnership with the Agricultural Society has been successful in obtaining a grant for the upgrade of the toilet block at the rear of the Agricultural Society buildings. Works are due to commence shortly.

Governance Committee of Management Funding Agreement is due for renewal. Churchill Reserve Committee of Management Facility Management Installation of a new 100,000 litre storage tank has been completed and is

connected to the existing irrigation system. The additional storage will enable a greater efficiency in irrigation at the Churchill Reserve and provide an improved turf cover in the summer months

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New 100,000 litre storage tank

Construction of the Netball Courts project has reached practical completion.

The financial acquittal has been completed and the project is scheduled to be opened on 22 July 2017

Before and after – Netball courts

Governance Committee of Management is required to submit renewed funding agreement. Gardens Oval Committee of Management Facility Management The Committee of

Management has engaged the Department of Justice Community Works Crew to undertake ground maintenance including painting of bollards, painting of fences and repair of seating surrounding the oval.

The Council and the Committee of Management are

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advancing the preparation of a grant for the upgrade of the existing fence to a ‘picket’ type fence of a similar design to the original fence that was installed around the oval over 100 years ago. A Heritage consultant will be engaged to submit an application to Heritage Victoria for the project. The committee has obtained quotes for heritage consultation services.

Goorambat Recreation Reserve Governance Committee of Management to be established, interest from the Tennis Club and

Football Club, awaiting nominations of members all funding agreements are due for renewal United Friendlies Reserve Committee of Management Facility Management The Committee of Management has engaged the Department of Justice

Community Works Crew to undertake ground maintenance activities to reduce operating costs.

Governance Committee of Management Funding Agreement is due for renewal. North East Waste and Resource Recovery Group The North East Waste and Resource Recovery Group is currently working with councils to collect data on domestic loads of waste that are received by landfills. The project aims to obtain a representative sample of data on loads and determine the percentage of loads that are sorted. This project will provide a clearer picture of the habits of different demographics enabling marketing campaigns to be better structured to target key audiences and improve resource recovery. Benalla Landfill and Resource Recovery Centre The Benalla Landfill and Resource Recovery Centre (BLRRC) is a Council-owned facility providing municipal waste disposal and recycling facilities to the community. The centre is staffed and operated by the Council under an EPA licence. The centre also receives municipal waste from Mansfield Shire Council, Strathbogie Shire Council, Mt Buller and Mt Stirling Alpine Resorts. Cell 1 Following the quarterly survey in June 2017, it has been determined that based on an overall potential capacity of 85,000m3, the cell currently contains 40,031m3 and is approximately 47% full. Since the previous survey completed on 16 March 2017, there has been 7,149m3 of airspace used and this equates to 73m3 per day. To reach a total potential cell volume of 85,000m3 at the current fill rate of approximately 2,211m3 per 30 day month, capacity would be reached in December 2018 with a contingency buffer of three months airspace.

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March 2017

June 2017

Incoming waste at the Benalla Landfill and Resource Recovery Centre The graphs below show a breakdown of the material received at the centre during the 2016/17 year.

Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb March April May June

2016 2016 2016 2016 2016 2016 2017 2017 2017 2017 2017 2017

BRCC Domestic Waste 0.14 0.1 7.3 7.84 23.1 5.22 18.1 5.32 14.44 2.88 8.02 11.28

Benalla Domestic Waste 33.29 22.56 16.41 50.72 18.6 29.41 42.15 45.2 38.94 35.03 53.35 43.67

Voucher Domestic Waste 17.03 34.14 77.93 49.68 41.95 48.21 52.98 24.33 21.06 26.98 15.3 22.24

Benalla Industrial Waste 362.14 365.44 307.03 249.44 286.30 315.84 236.00 702.19 326.16 324.50 369.37 249.92

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Strathbogie Mansfield 432.28 429.9 456.12 428.14 472.14 500.72 537.45 435.56 438.1 450.84 440.2 454.44

Mount Buller/Falls Creek 102.12 117.18 62.44 33.38 8.74 4.7 9.5 15.56 23.76 18.82 58.76

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2016 2016 2016 2016 2016 2016 2017 2017 2017 2017 2017 2017

Total Municipal & Industrial Waste 1,105.16 1,136.34 1,114.99 976.72 1,016.87 1,086.70 1,057.56 1,389.02 1,009.68 1,027.29 1,068.60 994.75

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Resource recovery volumes at the Benalla Landfill and Resource Recovery Centre The below graphs show a breakdown of the resources recovered at the centre during the 2016/17 year.

53V Audit Recommendations A 53V ‘risk of harm’ audit is most commonly used by the Environment Protection Agency (EPA) to understand the risk to the environment posed by landfilling activities, and to validate that previous non-compliances have been addressed. The following works have been undertaken to address the current non compliances: Comprehensive Quarterly Water and Land Fill Gas Monitoring in accordance

with EPA requirements is now being undertaken with cycles completed in March and June 2017. All 19 monitoring bores and six leachate wells have had height and GPS location data plates installed to ensure accuracy of data recorded.


2016 2016 2016 2016 2016 2016 2017 2017 2017 2017 2017 2017

Mattresses 1.59 1.21 1.76 2.5 0.73 1.67 1.67 1.73 1.05 1.66 1.49 0.92

Asbestos 0 0 0.9 3.34 2.32 1.88 1.08 1.3 1.26 1.14 0.46 0.66

Tyres 0.44 0.38 0.4 1.76 0.06 0.34 0.46 0.68 0.42 0.7 0.04 0.26

Cardboard 0 0 0 0 2.4 5.64 7.86 6.98 4.67 2.56 3.03 2.83

Scrap Metal 19.6 22.96 32 21.75 31.3 38.14 37.42 27.66 24.86 24.36 23.7 30.26

Ewaste 2.08 5.07 6.49 2.64 1.6 6.03 6.03 2.15 1.82 1.66 3.09 0.998

Glass Plastic 9.96 9.7 11.4 16.27 10.61 10.56 8.5 6.58 8.14 8.78 3.98 18.61

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Green Waste 124.44 88.42 151.91 163.51 180.45 168.6 166.7 175.39 98.61 95.7 92.06 74.24

Concrete 132.86 81.87 46.08 74.24 95.68 108.84 70.68 105.98 86.44 130.44

Clean Fill 485.24 533.52 679.2 250.54 293.98 314.74 249.24 221 124.74 84.36 209.46

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Headwalls have been purchased to be installed along perimeter drains to mitigate concentrated stormwater run off from the licensed premises

Garbage, Recycling and Kerbside Bin Collection Cleanaway provides municipal garbage, recycling, organics and street litter bin collection. The following graph presents tonnages received during the 2016/17 year.

Organics contamination Contamination of the organics bins has financial impacts for the Council and for the contracted processor (Western Composting). When delivered loads exceed contamination of 5 per cent, the load is rendered excessively contaminated and must be disposed of to a landfill. In an effort to ensue continuous improvement is achieved in this area, contamination levels are monitored. Appropriate education and compliance activities are activated to ensure this is correctly managed.

Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb March April May June2016 2016 2016 2016 2016 2016 2017 2017 2017 2017 2017 2017

Refuse 160.2 176.2 170.5 186.6 187.9 184.1 192.5 156.7 167.8 160.3 177.1 167.58Recycle 128.9 133.22 135.9 181.3 160.8 169.6 182.2 137.8 156 132.4 141.4 128.01Organics 104.4 129.6 180.9 163.1 159.1 155 144.5 130.7 139 110.6 120.4 118.7

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The graph below presents contaminations levels for the 2016/17 year compared to 2015/16.

Compliance Actions Through use of surveillance on contractor trucks, contamination is identified at the point of collection, with the identified bins being stickered and reported to the Council. Notifications are forwarded to the offending premises and data collated.

STATISTICAL DATA The table below outlines the status of requests for works received through the Customer Request Management System over the four quarters of 2016/17.

Task Sep 2016

Dec 2016

Mar 2017

Jun 2017

Parks and Gardens Customer Requests completed 98 170 133 64

Parks and Gardens Customer Requests outstanding 3 1 6 1

Facilities Customer Requests completed 104 36 52 28

Facilities Customer Requests outstanding 14 2 6 9

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Recreation Facilities The table below outlines the number of recreation reserve site inspections and governance reports completed for the June 2017 quarter.

Location Sep 2016

Dec 2016

Mar 2017

Jun 2017

Churchill Recreation Reserve 1 1 0 1

Benalla Showgrounds Recreation Reserve 1 1 0 1

Benalla Gardens Oval Reserve 1 1 0 1

Benalla Sports and Equestrian Centre 1 1 0 1

United Friendlies Reserve 1 1 0 1

Benalla Indoor Recreation Centre 1 1 0 1

Goorambat Recreation Reserve 1 0 0 0 The table below presents the number of recreation reserve Committee of Management meetings attended by the Waste and Facilities Coordinator.

Location Sep 2016

Dec 2016

Mar 2017

Jun 2017

Churchill Recreation Reserve 1 1 1 2 Benalla Showgrounds Recreation Reserve 1 1 1 1 Benalla Gardens Oval Reserve 1 1 1 1 Benalla Sports and Equestrian Centre 1 1 1 1 United Friendlies Reserve 1 1 1 1 Benalla Indoor Recreation Centre 1 1 1 1 Goorambat Recreation Reserve 0 0 0 0


management principles including roads, bridges, drains, footpaths, buildings and facilities

Improvements to restore the health, amenity and usability of Lake Benalla and the foreshore environment are planned and implemented in partnership with others

Recreation and open space developments across our Rural City are planned and prioritised to maximise the health and enjoyment of our community.


accountable to our community.

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Our Natural Environment Our waste management and minimisation services are efficient and reflect best

practice. Our Rural City is important in the region, providing opportunities for modern waste processing

Increase the recovery of resources, minimise waste disposal to landfill and promote opportunities for new waste management facilities.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS A summary of revenue and expenditure of the Facilities Department for the quarter ended 30 June 2017, compared to budget, is included in the table below.

YTD

Actual $’000

YTD Forecast

$’000


Facilities 1,818 1,909 91

Benalla Livestock Marketing Centre 17 20 3

Benalla Airport 69 42 (27)

Parks, Gardens and Reserves 1,157 1,098 (58)

Waste Management 296 496 200

Total 3,357 3,565 209 The favorable variance to the Facilities budget can be attributed to less than expected maintenance expenditure on the Customer Service Centre and the Lake Benalla Riverine Trail. Savings were also due to less than budgeted expenditure on electricity usage associated with street lighting and favorable depreciation outcomes, compared to budget. The favorable variation to budget for the Benalla Livestock Marketing Centre is due to less than budgeted maintenance activates. The unfavorable variance to budget for the Benalla Airport is due to unbudgeted legal costs associated with the development of the new hangar lease documents and unbudgeted consultancy costs associated with Airport Redevelopment Project. The unfavorable variance in the Parks, Gardens and Reserves Unit is largely due to an increase in cleaning costs associated with public facilities and higher than budgeted expenditure on Reserves, Garden Bed and Median Strips maintenance. The favorable variance to budget for Waste Management unit can mainly be attributed to a better than forecast depreciation outcome. Recommendation: That the report be noted.

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15. Environment Sustainability – activity report for the quarter ended 30 June 2017

E263 Larissa Montgomery – Environment Sustainability Coordinator


PURPOSE OF REPORT The report provides a summary of Environment Sustainability activity for the quarter ended 30 June 2017. BACKGROUND The Environment Sustainability Unit provides advice and support to the Council and the community in relation to environment, sustainability and natural resource management. The Unit represents the Council on a number of regional and local networks which provide an ongoing opportunity to collaborate in funding opportunities, share information and resources as well as participate in projects that would otherwise be unachievable and makes submissions to Victorian and Australian Government green papers on issues relevant to the community. These networks include: Goulburn Broken Greenhouse Alliance Goulburn Broken Local Government Biodiversity Reference Group North East Local Government Environment Network Goulburn Broken Regional Water Quality Programs Forum Benalla Sustainable Future Group

- Renewable Energy Benalla Action Group - Plastic Wise Benalla Group

The Unit manages the following projects and day to day functions in relation to the environment, sustainability and natural resources: Develop offset management plans and manages subsequent offset plantings

for Council works. Manage the Roadside Weeds and Pest Program including treatment and

mapping of selected high priority weeds and annual reporting requirements. Conduct environmental assessments for Works on Road Reserve permits,

firewood collection permits, stock grazing/moving permits and CFA fire prevention works.

Council representative for liaison regarding roadside vegetation projects. Oversee implementation of the Environment Strategy and Climate Change

Adaptation Action Plan. Liaise with, and make presentations to, community groups.

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Keep the community informed through the Council Column in the Benalla Ensign.

Coordinate Council’s Green Team. HIGHLIGHTS OF THE QUARTER Environmental Assessments A summary of the environmental assessments and inspections conducted for the period 1 April 2017 to 30 June 2017 is provided in the following table.

Type Number Firewood collection permit 12 Stock moving/grazing permit 0 Planning permit 0 Works on Road Reserve permit 1 Council works 1

Environment Meetings and Workshops Attended Goulburn Broken Greenhouse Alliance meeting Collaborative Climate Change Reporting Project Steering Committee meeting Building a Case for Electric Vehicles in Regional Council Fleets Project

meeting (two) Benalla Railway Project meeting (three) Benalla Renewable Energy Working Group meetings (two) Benalla Sustainable Future Group meeting (two) Goulburn Broken Biodiversity Reference Group meeting Goulburn Broken Water Quality Programs meeting Business Benefits of Climate Change forum. CASBE Membership The Council Alliance for a Sustainable Built Environment (CASBE) is an association of Victorian councils committed to the creation of a sustainable built environment. CASBE’s work supports industry, government, research bodies and the community to shift towards a sustainable built environment. CASBE relies on the financial support of local governments and currently consists of 22 members. The benefits of CASBE Membership includes demonstrated leadership, networking, education and training and CASBE support, resources and advocacy. In addition, membership to CASBE allows access by subscription to the Built Environment Sustainability Scorecard (BESS). BESS is a web based sustainable design assessment tool that assists development applications to demonstrate that the proposal meets the sustainability information requirements as part of a planning permit application. CASBE membership costs $500 per annum and $1,000 for BESS subscription.

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CASBE membership and BESS subscription aligns with several actions from the Council’s Environment Strategy 2016-20 including:

Action 1.3.1.2 Council uses online sustainable design tool (e.g. BESS) as part of planning approvals process, identifies appropriate environmentally sustainable design features for the built environment for the Benalla area, and informs and supports developers to encourage incorporating them into new developments.

Roadside Weeds and Pest Program Through the Victorian Government’s Roadside Weeds and Pests Management Program (RWPP) the Council received a total of $92,616 over three years (2012 to 2014). The State Government then made a commitment to funding in 2015/16 and 2016/17. Benalla Rural City Council received $32,854 in each of these financial years which is slightly more than the previous annual allocation of $30,872. The 2016/17 program was completed in May and has focussed on higher conservation value roadsides across the municipality. The program included treatment of blackberry, St John’s wort, Chilean needle grass, African love grass, gorse, broom, horehound, Paterson’s curse and bridal creeper along with two severe infestations of rabbits. A media release on 5 May 2017 announced that $5.39 million has been allocated in the Victorian budget to continue the Roadside Weeds and Pest Program over the next two financial years. The specific funding allocations or requirements to individual councils have not yet been confirmed. Goulburn Broken Greenhouse Alliance Building a Case for Electric Vehicles in Regional Council Fleets The project commenced in March and will undertake a feasibility study to determine the suitability of electric vehicles in regional council passenger fleet. The project is being coordinated by the GBGA, with funding from Victorian Governments Collaborative Council Sustainability Fund Partnerships. Partner councils in the project are Greater Shepparton City Council as lead, Benalla Rural City Council, Campaspe Shire Council, Mansfield Shire Council, Indigo Shire Council, Wangaratta Rural City Council, Wodonga City Council and Mitchell Shire Council. Partner councils have each committed a $2,000 cash and $5,000 in kind contribution with $75,000 coming from the funding program. An update on the project is provided in EV Study Newsletter 1 May 2017, (Appendix 1). Collaborative Climate Change Reporting Through the Victorian Government Victorian Climate Change Grants 2015, Benalla Rural City Council, along with the five other partner Councils, was successful in receiving funding of $10,000 each to deliver the Collaborative Climate Change Reporting Project. The funding was received through the non-competitive category and did not require any financial co-contribution.

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Moira Shire Council is leading the project in partnership with Benalla Rural City Council, Rural City of Wangaratta, City of Wodonga, Indigo Shire Council and Murrindindi Shire Council. The project will develop an environmental sustainability reporting program for the six local government areas which will be compatible with other relevant environmental reporting, develop a set of standard indicators and metrics and suggested processes/methods and provide an opportunity to demonstrate the significant achievements being made by Local Government in environmental sustainability. The steering committee has appointed a consultant to develop a coordinated, replicable Local Government Environmental Sustainability Reporting Program which includes methods, processes and individual implementation plans for each council. The consultants have conducted an initial workshop to scope potential indicators, priorities, alignments to other reporting programs and potential barriers to their use. The consultants will be visiting councils over the coming months to speak with staff to refine indicators and processes for data collection. The project is to be completed by 30 June 2018. New Energy Jobs Fund Earlier this year the Victorian Government announced a $20 million New Energy Jobs Fund (NEJF) as an initiative under the Future Industries Fund. Funding to support new energy technology projects will be available through three grant rounds. Round two closed on 1 March 2017 and the Council was partner to two applications to this round; Benalla Sustainable Future Group – Renewable Energy for Benalla and Goulburn Broken Greenhouse Alliance – Financing Regional New Energy Technologies. Unfortunately both applications were unsuccessful. The Benalla Sustainable Future Group sought feedback on their application which implied that there was a large number of applications and that the BSFG application was rated very highly in part due to the high level of Council and community support. BSFG was encouraged to apply in Round 3 after considering recent feasibility studies, information and data that may be applicable to further articulate and refine the application. This round is expected to be released in late 2017. Benalla Sustainable Future Group REB (Renewable Energy Benalla) Action Group The REB Action Group has been meeting monthly to work on the REB action plan and to progress the Beyond Zero Emissions (BZE) Zero Carbon Communities Project. As part of the project a workshop was held in May to begin the process of planning how the Benalla community can transition to 100 per cent renewable energy. A number of stakeholders, including the Council, local businesses, government departments and agencies discussed ideas which may assist with the transition. These ideas will be used by BZE and REB to develop a 10-year transition plan for Benalla.

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Plastic Wise Benalla Group Council officers are currently working with the Plastic Wise Group and commenced regular meetings to progress the Plastic Wise Benalla campaign. The group has drafted an action plan and is seeking to build on the campaign currently being activated in Yackandandah and Beechworth to enhance regional influence. The group is engaging with local organisations, including the Benalla Business Network, and is investigating opportunities for intensifying promotion of the campaign in the coming months and also incorporating the principles into the Benalla Festival. Benalla Railway Project The Benalla Railway Project site encompasses 2.7ha to the north of the Railway Station and includes the goods shed. Council officers have been continuing to liaise with VicTrack, the Benalla Railway Project Group and the LG Boxing Club Benalla Group to finalise the lease arrangements for the site and goods shed. Both groups have become incorporated and sought public liability insurance as required by VicTrack. VicTrack have still not been forthcoming with a draft lease for review, citing the current delay due to VicTrack attempting to extend the lease tenure period to five years. As VicTrack has not been able to provide any previous environmental reports of the site, Council officers are seeking the advice of EPA in relation to the best way to address potential contamination and liability issues. A report will be presented to the Planning and Development Committee later in 2017 to provide a detailed update once the information is received. Goulburn Broken Local Government Biodiversity Reference Group The Goulburn Broken Local Government Biodiversity Reference Group meets on a quarterly basis to discuss regional projects and native vegetation issues. Current issues of discussion are Victoria’s Native Vegetation Regulations Review and implementation of the Goulburn Broken native vegetation contribution scheme. COUNCIL PLAN 2013-2017 IMPLICATIONS Our Natural Environment Within our community our organisation is recognised as an environmental

leader Community education facilitates a shift to a more sustainable future A strategic and collaborative approach underpins the management of our water

supply and resources Implement monitor and report back to the community on our progress in

achieving actions identified in the Benalla Rural City Environment Strategy 2011-15 and Climate Change Adaptation Action Plan

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Financial Status for the Environment Sustainability Unit - year ended 30 June 2017

YTD Actual $’000

YTD Forecast

$’000


Environment and Sustainability 83 94 11

Recommendation:

That the report be noted.

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EV STUDY NEWSLETTER 1 – May 2017

The Electric Vehicles in Regional Council Fleets project will conduct a feasibility study and business

case to assess the suitability of Electric Vehicles (EVs) in 10 council fleets.

Electric Vehicles and associated infrastructure (charging stations) are likely to provide opportunities

for project partners to reduce fleet costs and greenhouse gas emissions, and increase tourism

opportunities by opening up the region to current and future EV owners. The project will develop a

business case for bulk procurement of EVs compared with current fleet vehicles.

The EV project commenced in March 2017, with the appointment of a project steering committee

representing all partner councils. A consultant will undertake the feasibility study and business case

development on behalf of the project partners.

EVs in Victoria – Opportunities

EVs and associated infrastructure have the potential to:

Reduce costs through reduced vehicle servicing requirements and fuel costs, higher resale

value and longer vehicle retention times.

Reduce vehicle emissions, assisting with emission reduction targets.

Encourage EV owners to visit regional areas through appropriate charge point infrastructure.

EVs in Victoria – Challenges

Current challenges facing potential purchasers of EVs in Victoria include:

Manufacturers not currently supplying many EVs into the Australian market due to lack of

demand and incentives, creating challenges for LGAs looking to purchase or lease EVs.

Limited public charging infrastructure available.

Lack of knowledge about EVs and infrastructure, including ‘Range Anxiety’, and understanding

of EV technology.

The EV project will build on currently available knowledge to support the development of the EV

industry in the region, and share learnings throughout the wider community. This is a 12 month

partnership project funded and supported by ten regional councils, the Goulburn Broken Greenhouse

Alliance, and the Victorian Government’s Collaborating Council – Sustainability Fund Partnership.

For further details on the project, contact Marisa O’Halloran, Project Officer at the Goulburn Broken

Greenhouse Alliance on 0429 936 666 or [email protected], or visit www.gbga.com.au

Appendix 1


http://www.gbga.com.au/



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