Overall, feedback from industry was supportive of the vision and objectives set out in the Industrial Land Management Strategy, the future focus for each industrial precinct and the key industry sectors that Council propose to target

Most industry stakeholders and landowners were supportive of the idea of rezoning industrial land to allow for new industries to emerge that are not directly tied to the petrochemical or petroleum refining industry. It was felt that where possible a standard industrial zoning could be applied, to reflect the change in the petrochemical industry and unlock land for new jobs and economic activity

A number of industry stakeholders felt however that it was also important that any rezoning of land did not allow for the further encroachment of sensitive uses into industrial areas, in a way that would further inhibit or impact on industrial operations. The timing and implementation of the Buffer Area Overly (BAO) planning tool was raised, and it was felt that the application of a BAO would be important to protect community as well as industry

A number of industry stakeholders highlighted future plans for warehouse style developments on their sites

A number of industry submissions raised concerns with new landscaping requirements and canopy tree targets within the IDG, suggesting they may restrict industrial operations

This all sounds good but is broad and does not really address some of the issues we currently face. Noise and air pollution from business already producing greenhouse gases. There are few jobs in HobsonsBay bay for university educated workers. Many have to leave to travel for work.

Councils need to lead from the front in terms of climate change policies. Our local region is extremely vulnerable to the negative impacts of climate change that has an impact on our quality of life ranging from beaches to migrating birds to the fact that the west of Melbourne is hotter and has less trees than the east of Melbourne. Hobsons Bay is a beautiful location and we need to ensure that the industrial precincts which are an essential part of our community diversity do not diminish this.

We need to move away from industry of the past. Altona is a changing community in which the coastline aspect must be protected and sustainable industry needs to be at the forefront of any rezoning.

I agree with everything except circular economy point. I don't want industries that emit toxic fumes from all plastic recycling or burning. Metal recycling is fine. All plastic and synthetix hydrocarbon industries must be away from city. Thanks for considering the point. Hobsons Bay should be hightech manufacturing hub

In terms of considering ecological diversity and natural heritage values there is no specific recognition of remnant grassland and the necessity to preserve this diminishing habitat. It is broadly a statement advocating development.

Sounds positive for local economic growth. Green spaces need to be a priority. They need to be big,well managed, and self sustaining. If they are all these industries will only benefit.

I strongly agree with objective 3. The guidelines are an opportunity for Hobsons Bay to become an environmental leader, focused on the diversity of Hobsons Bays existing environmental/biodiversity assets which make it unique in Melbourne. Protecting and enhancing these assets is essential if Hobsons Bay is to become a genuine environmental leader.

Community impact should be prioritised over economic growth. Not balanced against economic growth. If a community is healthy, supported and happy, it will grow economically regardless.

How many industry jobs are actually worked by locals? I would rather see commercial opportunities rather than more industry. Make Hobsons bay more of a place you want to visit rather than scaring people off with massive investments in industry.

Strongly agree because Hobsons Bay has so much to offer and needs a greater variety of businesses to attract greater employment and amenities to the area.