Over the past five years, the Fraser Coast has grown rapidly — and that growth is expected to continue. 

By planning ahead now, Council can: 

• Coordinate infrastructure and land use to avoid ad-hoc development. 
• Protect key natural features before development pressure increases. 
• Create neighbourhoods that work — well-connected, affordable, and resilient. 
• Give the community and investors clear expectations for the future. 

The Nikenbah and Dundowran were chosen for investigation because is sits close to major transport routes, existing urban ares, and essential infrastructure. 

The Working Draft Structure Plan is an early concept prepared by Council and a team of planning and engineering consultants (Stantec and Urbis). 

It shows one possible way the area could grow — including draft land use, movement networks, infrastructure corridors, and open space systems. 

It's not final, and it's not about supporting or opposing development. 

Instead, we're asking for community feedbackk to help test and refine the ideas.