Moorabbin Activity Centre Planning Controls and Local Infrastructure Feedback

New planning controls for the Moorabbin (Hampton East) Activity Centre formally entered into effect on 11 April 2025. These measures were implemented through Amendment GC252, which served as the conclusion to the government's pilot program consultation phase. The transition to this new planning framework follows a period of public engagement intended to shape the future density and development character of the area.

The planning process has centered on the growth of the Activity Centre, which is projected to facilitate the development of approximately 5,000 to 6,800 new dwellings. The primary objective for this housing expansion is to provide increased residential proximity to local jobs and transport networks. However, the proposal has drawn considerable attention from the community, with 788 total submissions recorded during the public consultation period held between August and September 2024.

Community Feedback on Infrastructure and Density

Data gathered during the consultation phases highlighted distinct areas of concern among local residents. During the April 2024 community consultation, 78% of respondents expressed opposition to proposed increases in building heights. Furthermore, 75% of those who participated in the process stated their opposition to the expansion of the Activity Centre boundary, citing apprehensions regarding the potential for changes to local character and overall liveability.

In feedback submitted to the Bayside City Council, residents raised significant issues regarding the adequacy of existing community infrastructure. Specific concerns frequently cited by participants included increased traffic congestion, shortages in available parking, and the potential for a loss of vegetation within the area. These points reflect the community's focus on maintaining functional services and environmental quality as the district manages future housing growth.

Ongoing Discussions Regarding Airspace and Consultation

Beyond the scope of the Activity Centre plan, community organizations have noted long-standing challenges regarding the management of local airspace. The Moorabbin Airport Residences' Association has stated that there has been an absence of an effective public consultation strategy regarding aircraft noise management over the past 12 years. This issue remains a separate but notable point of focus for residents living in proximity to the airport facilities, continuing the broader dialogue on the balance between urban development and resident quality of life.