June 2007

Housing upgrade for Bacchus Marsh

Housing Minister Richard Wynne has announced a major redevelopment in Bacchus Marsh as part of a local $5.3 million boost to public housing.

The redevelopment of the Young Street public housing estate will see the construction of at least 20 new, environmentally-friendly one and two-bedroom dwellings.

In addition, four two-bedroom dwellings are being built in Bacchus Marsh for local lower-income people, due for handover to tenants next year.

The site at Young Street currently consists of 20 one-bedroom dwellings in two-storey walk-up buildings, built in 1975.

The buildings are ageing and under-used due to their size and condition.

During 2007, tenants will be consulted about their relocation options—at no cost to tenants.

The Office of Housing will work with the Moorabool Shire Council to seek planning approval for the redevelopment.

Mr Wynne said the announcement would ensure people living in Bacchus Marsh had access to affordable and comfortable accommodation.