How will the BREP manage its interface with the Marong Cemetery?

The Marong-Bullock Creek Cemetery, established in 1861, is a place of shared significance for both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people in the region. It also provides evidence of Dja Dja Wurrung people’s presence in Marong during the colonial period.

To protect its heritage values, the BREP scheme amendment requires development plans to include a 50 metre landscape buffer and development setback along the Cemetery boundary. Within this area:

• Buildings are prohibited;
• No loading bays, service yards, heavy vehicle docks and external mechanical plant will be allowed; and
• The buffer will include trees capable of reaching 12 metres at maturity to provide visual screening.

At the 50 metre interface, buildings should not exceed 10 metres in height. These measures will help ensure the cemetery’s setting and character are respected.