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Project Summary

Community feedback was sought to help shape concept plans for The Mainlines, a new network of walking and cycling corridors connecting Altona Meadows and Seabrook to key transport hubs.

Background

The Mainlines project is a key action outlined in the Better Places guide for Seabrook and Altona Meadows, focusing on improving active transport options in the area. This initiative aims to create a comprehensive walking and cycling network that allows residents and commuters to move safely and efficiently across the suburbs by developing two major north-south corridors and secondary east-west linkages.

Community consultation

Community consultation ran from 4th March to the 30th March 2025. We asked the community to tell us what the Risk, Opportunity and Safe areas are throughout Altona Meadows and Seabrook. We used the social map tool on Participate and asked the community to drop a pin on a specific location with their comments.

The consultation was promoted through the following channels

  • Targeted ads on Council's social media platforms

    Running from 13th to 24th March 2025

  • News article

    Featured in the March edition of Hobsons Bay Life, our E-news publication.

  • Promotion to interested parties

    An email was sent to Bay West Bug to promote the pinpoint map engagement among its members.

207 comments were submitted on the social map, and one email was received directly.

Image of spot map

Below is a summary of the comments based on location

Altona Meadows

Laverton

Point Cook

Bruce Comben Reserve

Skeleton Creek and Surrounding Trails

Timeline and next steps

Following community consultation, the feedback collected will inform the development of concept plans. The completed plan will guide future infrastructure investment and upgrades, ensuring a safe and accessible active transport network for years to come.

Analysis of feedback and plan drafting

April - May 2025

Community review of draft plans

June 2025

Plan finalisation

July 2025