Merrifield North
The Victorian Planning Authority (VPA) has completed a due diligence assessment for Merrifield North and is currently actioning the recommendations of this work while commencing preparation of a Precinct Structure Plan (PSP) for Merrifield North. The investigation area covers 991 hectares in the City of Hume and Shire of Mitchell.
The work is being undertaken in consultation with Hume City Council, Mitchell Shire Council, various government agencies, service authorities, and landowners.
The purpose of actioning the due diligence recommendations is to resolve complex matters impacting the future development of Merrifield North. These matters include:
- Determining the extent and significance of Inverlochy Wetland, located within the precinct.
- Determining an alignment or corridor for the extension of Aitken Boulevard through the precinct.
While resolving the above matters, the VPA will proceed with preparing a PSP for Merrifield North.
Over the coming months the VPA will work to resolve the above matters and commence preparation of a PSP for Merrifield North.
Interactive map of Merrifield North Precinct
Project Status Update – January 2025
We have progressed the planning for Merrifield North by completing a due diligence assessment and working on key outstanding project issues, specifically those related to Inverlochy Wetland and the Aitken Boulevard extension.
Since our last update in November 2024, we have:
- Prepared a Ministerial Brief regarding the outcomes of the due diligence assessment and next steps.
- Met with various government agencies, service authorities and landowners on key project issues.
- Scoped required technical reports to support resolution of key project issues and plan preparation.
In the coming months, we will focus on resolving key project issues including further consultation with key government agencies, procuring technical inputs and seeking third party funding for these works in preparation for the Precinct Structure Plan.