We are developing a shared vision for the northern Bellarine coast that will guide the future management of our coastal and marine environment, inspiring and providing common direction for everyone involved in caring for our coast.

This will inform the Coastal and Marine Management Plan and the Coastal Adaptation Plan.

The 15-year vision for the Victorian marine and coastal environments, as articulated in the Marine and Coastal Policy is:
"a healthy, dynamic and biodiverse marine and coastal environment that is valued in its own right, and that benefits the Victorian community, now and in the future"

Our current vision for the northern Bellarine coastal reserve, as articulated in the Northern Bellarine Coastal and Marine Management Plan 2020-25 is:
"A protected and enhanced northern Bellarine foreshore which has highly valued cultural heritage, distinctive coastal character and environmental assets for the enjoyment of the community"

Using the form below, please describe your aspirational vision for the northern Bellarine coastal reserve!

In 15 years time, I want our coast to be...

17 January, 2025

Heather says:

A place where there are no dogs off lead anywhere but at home.

17 January, 2025

Heather says:

A haven for wildlife where a natural system of processes sustain our healthy ephemeral wetland network and protect our coastal values.

11 January, 2025

MS says:

No litter, lots of trees and native vege, but still open. Access for all, designated access points. Shade, dogs on lead all year.

11 January, 2025

MK says:

Open, lots of large trees and native vegetation. BB to listen to residents not fly in fly out fishermen. No litter. Dogs on lead all year

11 January, 2025

MK says:

All abilities access in St Leonard’s. Preserve the feel offered by the aging Cyprus, preserve our open spaces not more foreshore parking.

11 January, 2025

Concerned Fisherman says:

Safe all-weather access for boats, no more Jet Mozie's noise (ban), basic essential conservation, better parking overflow period planning.

11 January, 2025

Clarwinrego says:

As it is today with no changes and no further amenities are required. However need many more larger trees and vegetation along the coast

11 January, 2025

Sandesh Rego says:

As it is today with no changes and no further amenities are required. However need many more larger trees and vegetation along the coast

10 January, 2025

Linda says:

To have a clean beach with access for all abilities. Shaded areas with established trees, tables and benches in the shaded area

10 January, 2025

Kris says:

Off road bike path access through wineries from Drysdale/clifton springs to portarlington. Absolute missing link for families and tourists.

2 January, 2025

Hal says:

Much as it is now. Human scale without high rise buildings giving the fortunate, generally wealthy,few views at the expense of the the rest.

22 December, 2024

Alex (8 years old) says:

I want there to be wildlife people who pick up rubbish and look out for any animals that need help.