06/03/2026
How does the planning respond to areas of Aboriginal cultural heritage significance?
The VPA has engaged Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Cultural Heritage Aboriginal Corporation (WWCHAC) to prepare a Cultural Values Assessment (CVA), and to consult in relation to an Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Impact Assessment being prepared by a heritage consultancy, to investigate Aboriginal cultural heritage and values associated with the precinct. These studies are not completed yet.
WWCHAC is the Registered Aboriginal Party for the lands on which the Merrimu precinct is located.
The VPA is working with WWCHAC, who will provide advice to progress with the planning in the most appropriate way to protect Aboriginal cultural heritage and values.