Go Jindabyne Social Infrastructure Assessment

Public Release of Technical Studies from the Go Jindabyne Master Plan February 2020

*Please read this letter prior to reading the attached report*

Go Jindabyne Master Plan The Go Jindabyne Master Plan was announced in November 2018, to revitalise Jindabyne into Australia’s premier alpine destination at the heart of the Snowy Mountains, and grow the town into a great place to live, work and visit year-round. Upon commencement of the project, the NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment commissioned a range of technical studies to develop an evidence base that would subsequently inform drafting of the Go Jindabyne Master Plan. The technical studies commissioned for the Go Jindabyne Master Plan were conducted between March and July 2019 by specialist consultants with expertise in a variety of different fields: 1. Demographics and Housing Study (Consultant: City Plan) 2. Environment and Heritage Study (Consultant: NGH Environmental) 3. Economic Development and Tourism Study (Consultant: Hill PDA) 4. Mobility and Connectivity Study (Consultant: GTA Consultants) 5. Infrastructure and Services Study (Consultant: Aecom) Analysis of the technical studies listed above, together with public consultation conducted in 2019, made it apparent that Jindabyne, as a town, is heavily dependent on the economic activity that occurs outside of the town itself – particularly within Kosciuszko National Park. Snowy Mountains Special Activation Precinct In response, the Snowy Mountains Special Activation Precinct was announced in November 2019, to expand the scope of the Go Jindabyne Master Plan to encompass the wider Snowy Mountains region. The Snowy Mountains Special Activation Precinct will continue to focus on Jindabyne’s transformation into Australia’s Alpine Capital, but will now also include the high-visitation areas within the southern region of Kosciuszko National Park as well as the key transport corridors between Jindabyne and the alpine resorts. The objective of the Snowy Mountains Special Activation Precinct is to increase year- round tourism by making the region an unmissable place to visit during any season. Benefits offered by a Special Activation Precinct include streamlined planning, government-led development, and a business concierge service that will make it easier for new businesses to set up in the region and for existing organisations to thrive.

The Special Activation Precinct will build upon the work already undertaken as part of the Go Jindabyne Master Plan to identify opportunities to: • promote the development of year-round adventure and eco-tourism attractions and improve tourism amenity within the region, • improve access within and to the region, to support increased visitation numbers, • remove capacity constraints to enable growth in winter tourism, and • grow the region into Australia’s national training base for high performance alpine athletes and para-athletes. Public Release of Go Jindabyne Technical Studies The Department is now publicly releasing the technical studies from the Go Jindabyne Master Plan, as part of our ongoing commitment to community engagement and transparency. Please note that these technical studies were conducted under the original scope of the Go Jindabyne Master Plan and thus may no longer be relevant and are not directly applicable to the Snowy Mountains Special Activation Precinct, given its expanded scope. Accordingly, the findings of these Go Jindabyne technical studies are subject to change through the Snowy Mountains Special Activation Precinct process. For this reason, we are not seeking public comments on these technical studies. Please also note that at this stage, the findings of these technical studies have not been endorsed by the NSW Government. You will find that some information has been redacted from these technical studies to protect culturally and commercially sensitive information and ensure privacy of landholders. Specifically, the following information has been redacted:

• Demographics and Housing Study The following information has been redacted because it contains commercially sensitive information related to specific properties in Jindabyne: • Tables 36, 41, 43, 44, 46, 48, 68 and 69 (as well as their references in the table of contents). • Figures 58, 80 and 81 (as well as their references in the table of contents). • Text on pages 113, 151 and 156.

• Environment and Heritage Study The following information has been redacted to protect sensitive Aboriginal cultural heritage information, or because further analysis is required to confirm the accuracy of these findings: • Figures 4-2, 4-7, 4-8, 4-9, 5-4, 5-5, 5-7, 5-8, 5-9, 6-3, 6-4, 6-5, 7-1, and 7-2 (as well as their references in the table of contents).

These Go Jindabyne technical studies will be reviewed in detail through the Snowy Mountains Special Activation Precinct process, and their respective scopes will be expanded to reflect the larger investigation area that now includes areas of Kosciuszko National Park. The technical studies that will be prepared for the Snowy Mountains Special Activation Precinct will be publicly released in early 2021 when the draft Snowy Mountains Master Plan is released for public comment. Next Steps The NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment will continue to work closely with the community, stakeholders, Snowy Monaro Regional Council, and other NSW Government agencies on the Snowy Mountains Special Activation Precinct. Community consultation on the Snowy Mountains Special Activation Precinct commenced in early 2020, and will continue throughout the project. To keep informed on the Snowy Mountains Special Activation Precinct, please visit our project website at www.planning.nsw.gov.au/snowymountainssap and subscribe to our email list to receive future updates and opportunities to have your say. Any questions regarding these technical studies or the Snowy Mountains Special Activation Precinct can be directed to Rukshan de Silva, Principal Planner, at [email protected]. We look forward to working with you to shape the future of the Snowy Mountains.

Yours sincerely,

Anthea Sargeant Executive Director, Key Sites and Assessments NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment

Go Jindabyne Social Infrastructure Assessment

Final Report

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Go Jindabyne Social Infrastructure Assessment Final Report

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Table of Contents Executive Summary i 1.0 Introduction 1 1.1 Project Context 1 1.2 Project objectives 1 1.3 Methodology 1 1.4 Geographic Context 2 2.0 Jindabyne’s Population 4 2.1 Current Population 5 2.2 Projected Population 6 2.3 Implications for Social Infrastructure planning 7 3.0 Current provision of Social Infrastructure 9 3.1 Hierarchy of Social Infrastructure Provision 9 3.1.1 Local Level 10 3.1.2 District Level 10 3.1.3 Regional Level 10 3.2 Current provision 11 3.3 Benchmarking 12 3.3.1 Open Space and Outdoor Recreation 13 3.3.2 Social Infrastructure Facilities 13 3.3.3 Gaps in provision 18 4.0 Engagement with stakeholders 19 4.1 Go Jindabyne Engagement 19 4.2 Specific Engagement for Social Infrastructure 20 4.2.1 Council 20 4.2.2 Neighbourhood Centre 20 4.2.3 Education providers 20 4.2.4 Office of Sport 21 5.0 Key considerations for service delivery and social infrastructure 22 6.0 Priorities for Social Infrastructure Planning 25 6.1 Guiding principles 25 6.2 Recommendations for the Go Jindabyne Master Plan 25 7.0 References 28 8.0 Glossary 29 Appendix A Existing Social Infrastructure Mapping B

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Executive Summary The NSW Government is developing ‘Go Jindabyne’ a masterplan to revitalise the town. The masterplan aims to ensure that Jindabyne in 2036 is a place that the community is proud of and an attractive place to be. It will set out a 2036 vision for the town considering the needs of the local permanent population as well as temporary workers and visitors. This study focuses on the Social Infrastructure needs of this diverse community and the surrounding areas, as well as considering the changing needs and pressures into the future. The town of Jindabyne’s permanent population has been growing relatively slowly for many years, however, each year a seasonal increase occurs around the winter months with workers and visitors associated with the Snowy Mountain alpine resorts. The permanent population, that reside in the town year-round, have an over-representation of younger age groups and older working age through to retirement age adults. This trend is expected to increase with the projected population growth. The demographics coupled with the findings of the consultation with the community indicate that there is currently demand for higher education, youth services and aged care. Seasonal residents are those visiting for 3 months or more, these are generally workers in industries supporting the alpine resorts during the winter months, however, summer alpine sports have been increasing in popularity in recent years. This part of the population are typically younger adults and have an increased demand for recreation facilities and welfare and crisis support. This group are particularly vulnerable to the variable economic characteristics of ski season for income. 54% of the dwellings in the town are either occupied by visitors, unoccupied or classified as non- private dwellings (hotels, bed and breakfasts etc.) this is indicative of the tourism focus of the town. Those visiting the town do not necessarily put the same pressure on all social infrastructure as permanent residents, however, these visitors need to be accounted for in their demand for recreation facilities and health care (particularly emergency and trauma care). Jindabyne is well serviced for a town of its size in Australia as it is a service hub for a wider area, however, there is some misalignment with the services provided and the requirements of core demographics. Based on these findings and the consultation with the community the following have been identified as gaps in provision: community services space, youth services, public library and public arts/cultural/ performing arts space. To meet the social infrastructure needs of the permanent, seasonal and visitor population the study recommends the following: • Retain Jindabyne Central School in the town centre with an option for joint-use school and public library • Development of a new community hub in the Jindabyne town centre with option for a co- located public library • Upgrade the Memorial Hall • Upgrade the connection between sports facilities and the Jindabyne town centre • Develop a residential aged care facility • Improve open space accessibility

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1.0 Introduction This report has been prepared by AECOM, on behalf of the NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment (DPIE). The social infrastructure study is intended to support investigations into the future planning for Jindabyne to support the 2036 Masterplan. The study investigates the existing social infrastructure in Jindabyne and surrounding areas and provides an analysis of the quantity and distribution of provision, as well as the changing needs and pressures on the study area now and into the future.

1.1 Project Context The social infrastructure assessment will inform the masterplanning of the Jindabyne area. It is important to note that no masterplan options have been assessed as part of this report. Specifically, the social infrastructure assessment report will: • Summarise the existing social infrastructure located within the Go Jindabyne study area and the wider region and their relationship with the town; • Summarise strategic context; • Identify opportunities and challenges for social infrastructure in the Go Jindabyne study area; and • Provide recommendations for social infrastructure to be included in the 2036 Masterplan. • The social infrastructure study considers the following services infrastructure: - Childcare facilities and pre-schools; - Youth Centres/services; - Aged care; - Education facilities; - Hospitals and medical practices; - Sports and recreation spaces; - Community centres, halls and libraries; and - Heritage/interpretation centres. The study excludes religious institutions

1.2 Project objectives The social infrastructure study focuses on the nature, extent and capacity of existing social infrastructure in Jindabyne. The objective of the study is to provide an up to date assessment of the current level of provision and capacity in the area and provide recommendations for future provision. The assessment will provide a baseline from which can be used to understand the implications for future growth and consider augmentation of facilities to meet future demand.

1.3 Methodology In undertaking the social infrastructure assessment, the following will be completed:

• Review of state and local government strategies for the area; • Desktop review of current demographics, trends and community consultation; • Identification of existing facilities and their function and distribution within the study area; • Commentary on benchmarks and standards in the provision of community facilities; and

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• Review of current and emerging service delivery models such as co-location and multipurpose options. The information provided is focused on the local facilities within the Jindabyne area. The analysis does not consider the quality, capacity, time of use, intensity of use or fit for purpose which would provide a more detailed assessment of adequacy, gaps and opportunities.

1.4 Geographic Context Jindabyne is located within the Snowy Monaro Local Government Area (LGA). Snowy Monaro LGA comprises an area of 15,162km2 and inhabited a population of 20,733 in 2018. The region occupies the higher slopes of the eastern side of the Great Dividing Range between the Australian Capital Territory to the north and the state boundary with Victoria to the south. Jindabyne is a service town for several alpine resorts including Thredbo and Perisher, which are located in the Kosciuszko National Park, west of the town centre. Jindabyne acts as the gateway to the alpine resorts providing a base for seasonal workers and tourists. The urban centre of Jindabyne is located on the southern edge of Lake Jindabyne, while the locality of East Jindabyne is approximately 10 km away on the eastern side of the lake. The Greater Jindabyne urban area includes Jindabyne, East Jindabyne (Tyrolean Village) and Lakewood Estate. The town of Jindabyne provides a range of local services for the population of greater Jindabyne, as well as for residents of nearby villages such as Berridale, Adaminaby and Dalgety. Additionally, the rural surrounds of Jindabyne support a population that, like Jindabyne, are regularly boosted by sizeable numbers of visitors in the winter months. The location of Jindabyne and the wider locality is outlined in Figure 1.

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2.0 Jindabyne’s Population A demographic analysis has been provided by City Plan as part of the Jindabyne Housing and Demographic Study. The demographic analysis details population and housing trends in Jindabyne and the broader area using publicly available data. Table 1 details the key population boundaries and baseline 2016 numbers used for the Go Jindabyne Study. The total population for the Snowy Monaro LGA in 2016 was 20,558. Current high series projections for Snowy Monaro LGA indicate modest growth of just over 1,800 people over the 20 years to 2036. If growth recorded between 2016-18 continues, the high series projection of an increase of 450 people between 2016-21 is feasible. The Snowy Monaro Regional Council Area has seen a small average annual growth rate (0.3 per cent) since 2006 compared to the NSW State average annual growth rate of 1.4 per cent. However, within the council area, Jindabyne-Berridale SA2 experienced the greatest population growth with an average annual change rate of 0.7 per cent. On a localised scale, City Plan has defined the Greater Jindabyne Urban Area (GJUA) to comprise the urban centre of Jindabyne and the smaller but nearby East Jindabyne (including Tyrolean Estate) and Lakewood Estate (including high Country Estate) located to the south of the current town centre. City Plan have also noted the inclusion of Cobbin Creek Estate, however, no data has been provided for this area. The analysis highlights that the usual resident population in GJUA has increased by 3.2 per cent between 2011- 2016 compared to 0.2 per cent in the Snowy Monaro Regional Council (SMRC) Area and 1.8 per cent in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) for the same period. Some key points from the GJUA: • The greatest growth has been in the East Jindabyne settlement with a 9.8 per cent growth rate. • The Lakewood Estate has seen a decline in growth in this period (-3.4 per cent) compared to 2006-2011 (34.1 per cent), this could be due to land release patterns in the relatively new settlement • Overall the GJUA saw growth between 2006- 2016 of approximately 4.3 per cent, with increases in East Jindabyne and Lakewood Estate and an overall decrease in Jindabyne town centre. In summary, Jindabyne’s population growth is occurring outside of the immediate town centre following the development of new greenfield areas for housing. Jindabyne serves as the local urban centre for the provision of services to this wider geographic area. Planning for social infrastructure should be based on this wider population catchment with consideration of implications on the wider region. Table 1 Key population statistics for the Go Jindabyne Study

Area Locales included 2016 population Greater Jindabyne • Jindabyne urban centre 2,907 Urban Area (GJUA) • East Jindabyne (incl. Tyrolean Village) • Lakewood estate (incl. High Country Estate) Jindabyne-Berridale • Jindabyne (incl. GJUA) 7,071 SA2 • Berridale • Dalgety • Other rural areas Snowy Mountains • Cooma 20,558 Regional Council • Jindabyne (incl. GJUA) • Berridale • Dalgety • Adaminaby • Bombala

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Area Locales included 2016 population • Other rural areas

2.1 Current Population Jindabyne has a relatively high proportion of young working-aged adults and a growing number of older working aged and retirement-aged adults. This has implications for the types of social infrastructure and services needed to sustain the community. The following section provides a more detailed analysis of the community and the specific needs of people at different stages of life. Figure 2 shows the five-year age sex profile of the GJUA from the demographic study. The demographic study found the GJUA has an over-representation of young adults (20-34 years) and has an under-representation of those over 60 years compared to Cooma Urban Centre Locality. This is likely an indicator of the predominantly temporary workforce required for the winter snow season. There is an apparent drop in the 35 to 40 age groups, that increases again for 40 to 59-year-olds. Between 2006 and 2016 there was a small decline in those aged 0-14 coupled with a similar decline in those aged 35-39. However, the number of people in the older working ages or pre-retirement age groups (50 -64 years) grew to 19% of the community (from 16% in 2006) and those over 65 grew to 11% (from 8% in 2006). There are likely to be a number of potential reasons for this trend. This might include working age population moving away from the region for employment or remaining in rural areas to work farm properties. Similarly, the increasing trend for older demographics might be driven by retirees wishing to be closer to urban-based services or moving from metropolitan areas for ‘tree change’ living.

Figure 2 Five-year age sex profile, Greater Jindabyne Urban Area, 2016

(source: City Plan, 2019 from ABS, (2017). Census of Population and housing Table Builder accessed 15 April, 2019). Housing structure In the 2016 census, 2,085 dwellings were surveyed in the GJUA. Over half (54%) of those were either non-private dwellings, occupied by visitors or unoccupied at the time. Family households, (comprising couple family with children, couple family with no children and one parent family respondents, accounted for 27% of the housing in the GJUA, with greater representation in East Jindabyne and Lakewood Estate than in Jindabyne. Comparably over 50% of households in

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Cooma are family households. Group households, consisting of two or more unrelated people where all persons are over 15-years-old, were most common in Jindabyne representing 5% of housing and 2.6% of East Jindabyne households. No group households were found in Lakewood Estate. These findings suggest that temporary and seasonal population is typically accommodated close to the Jindabyne town centre as compared to more suburban locations. 54% of households in Jindabyne were either non-private dwellings, occupied by visitors or unoccupied in 2016, compared with 14% of households of this type in Cooma. This is indicative of the tourist market in the town with many dwellings either acting as second homes and holiday rentals. Non-resident workforce The 2016 Census found 4,537 people were counted as working in Jindabyne-Berridale SA2. Most of these workers also lived in the same area, in Cooma or other nearby areas. The 1,380 people who usually resided elsewhere outside the immediate area would be living in some form of temporary accommodation. 59% of these non-resident workers were counted to be residing in private dwellings whilst the rest were living in non-private dwelling as members of staff or guests of the accommodation. This is indicative of the seasonal workforce that travels to the area during peak tourist seasons, particularly the winter.

2.2 Projected Population As part of the Jindabyne Housing and Demographic Study CityPlan have produced the population projection for the region to 2036. This section summarises these projections for Snowy Monaro Council and the Jindabyne-Berridale SA2 area. Snowy Monaro Council CityPlan has produced three series of population projections for the Snowy Monaro Council area for 2036; low series, main series and high series as shown in Figure 3. For the purposes of this study, we will be using the high series projection at the request of DPIE. The projections use a 2011 base and as such do not reflect more recent data growth and decline. Figure 3 Population projections Snowy Monaro Council 2016-2036

(Source: ABS, (2019). Regional Population Growth, Australia (2017-18). Cat No 3218.0. Data accessed from ABS.Stat 16 April 2019 and NSW Department of Planning and Environment, (2016). NSW Population Projections LGAs high and low series

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https://www.planning.nsw.gov.au/Research-and-Demography/Demography/Population-projections accessed 16 April, 2019 via City Plan, 2019) The projected growth in the population using the high series will result in a population of 22,400 in Snowy Monaro Regional Council in 2036 compared to the estimated resident population in 2016 of 20,558. Jindabyne-Berridale SA2 On a more local scale, City Plan has created 4 scenarios of growth for Jindabyne-Berridale SA2 1. Baseline: continuation of current patterns of growth 2. Extra accommodation: reflecting an extension of urban growth in existing settlements and some additional rural residential 3. Extended season: reflecting an increase in visitors during the shoulder and off-seasons reducing the current seasonal peaks in tourist visitation . This would cause a related increase in non- resident workers (consideration might also be given to potential climate change impacts on the current ski-season peak) 4. Supercharged growth: reflecting the settings from both previous scenarios, plus additional employment for residents associated with expansion to the Snowy Mountains Hydro scheme, increased migration as second homeowners become permanent residents and more people pursue a tree change lifestyle According to the City Plan ‘supercharged’ scenario, the population could grow by 523 by 2036 from a 2016 base of 7,071. The lowest estimate follows the Baseline scenario with the growth of 248 persons, whilst the extended season produces the next lowest projected growth of 315 persons and the extra accommodation projection showing a population growth of 376 persons. The population projections assume a continuation of current age-specific propensities in migration flux. As such the largest change in future population growth is in the ageing of the existing population. Using the baseline scenario projection most of the population growth is in the older age groups with school-age groups declining in population. In the supercharged growth scenario, the ageing population continues to see the largest growth however the is also consistent growth in all age-groups.

2.3 Implications for Social Infrastructure planning The demographic study highlights the three different population groups Jindabyne services: Permanent resident community, who live year-round in Jindabyne, were characterised between 2006 and 2016 by: - Small growth in population across Greater Jindabyne Urban Area, Jindabyne-Berridale SA2 and the Snowy Monaro Council between 2006 and 2016 - A small decline in population in Jindabyne urban locality - Growth in East Jindabyne and Lakewood Estate - Over-representation of young adults in Jindabyne and surrounds - Over-representation of older working age and retirement age adults - Family households more popular in East Jindabyne and Lakewood Estate than Jindabyne urban locality There is a variance between the demographic data, showing a small growth in permanent population, and the community’s perception that Jindabyne has grown significantly in the past five years. The community cited increasing housing prices, lack of parking at Nuggets Crossing and an increase in enrolments in Jindabyne Central School as evidence of a larger resident population. This variance may be explained by an increase in permanent residents since the 2016 census and therefore not yet reflected in the data. Other possible explanations include:

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- Pressure on the housing market is from second dwellings or short term holiday rentals creating a perception of growth that has resulted in growth in visitors but not general full-time population - Growth in school population due to families moving into the surrounding areas within the school catchment as well as within the Greater Jindabyne Urban Area. The implications for planning social infrastructure is the overall growth in demand for services, particularly education, youth services and services for older adults including aged care. Affordable housing is also a significant factor which is to be addressed in a separate study. Seasonal residents who live in Jindabyne for part of the year, typically during snow season characterised between 2006 and 2016 by: - 30% of the workforce usually live outside the Cooma Region - A higher proportion of people living in group households, and living in the town of Jindabyne The implications for planning social infrastructure is the need to provide activities and recreation for young adults who live seasonally in Jindabyne. Consultation with service providers indicates seasonal residents can be a vulnerable population due to the unreliable or casual nature work in the tourism industry. Some people travel to Jindabyne for the snow season without employment and can be homeless or on low incomes until they secure work. Demand for community welfare services and indoor recreation are primary considerations for seasonal residents. Affordable housing is also a significant issue for seasonal residents. Visitors to Jindabyne who are characterised by: - Numbers increase by 59% in the winter months and more recently visitor numbers have grown in the summer months as the Snowy Mountains become popular for mountain biking and fishing. - 54% of dwellings non-private dwellings, occupied by visitors or unoccupied at the time of 2016 census. Visitors to Jindabyne are not the primary consideration for social infrastructure planning which is focussed on the resident and seasonal workforce population. Jindabyne does provide a range of retail, hospitality, health and tourism-specific services to support the visitor population. These services are available all year round for the resident population to access.

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3.0 Current provision of Social Infrastructure A review of the existing social infrastructure assets in the study area was undertaken for this study. The following section highlights the generally good provision of services across the wider Jindabyne area with potential gaps in indoor recreation and community service centres.

3.1 Hierarchy of Social Infrastructure Provision It is useful to consider a catchment hierarchy when assessing the provision of social infrastructure. The catchment area can refer to both geographical areas and the size of the population. The South-East Queensland (SEQ) Social Infrastructure Planning Implementation Guide outlines the social infrastructure facilities and services typically expected across the hierarchy of catchment areas. The SEQ Social Infrastructure Planning Implementation Guide is generally regarded throughout Australia as the most reliable guideline for social infrastructure planning. The Guideline can provide a framework to build a baseline for social infrastructure planning anywhere in Australia. The SEQ guidelines outline the following general definitions for the hierarchy of towns: • Regional/Sub-regional: 300,000 – 1,000,000 people • Local Government Area: as defined by LGA boundary • District: 20,000 -30,000 (urban- within 5-10 km), up to 50,000 people • Local: 5,000-10,000 (urban- within 5-10 km), 20,000 (rural) people • Neighbourhood: 2,500-3,000 people The specific tiers within a hierarchical order (Figure 4) can vary but generally include a neighbourhood, local and district catchment and some larger study areas also include Local Government Areas, Regional/state catchment area at the higher end of the scale. Figure 4 Hierarchy of Social Infrastructure Provision according to SEQ Social Infrastructure Planning Implementation Guide

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For the purposes of this study local, district and regional level facilities have been chosen for analysis as they are most useful to understand the requirements of the community living in this study area.

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3.1.1 Local Level The regional context and seasonal character of Jindabyne mean it can be considered a local catchment area. The social infrastructure facilities typically found within a local catchment include a primary school, a hall or neighbourhood centre, a sport or recreation reserve, an access point for family health, income support and home care services, a child care centre and/or kindergarten, and links to the district and regional facilities. 3.1.2 District Level Cooma is the closest large town to Jindabyne and is located 60 kilometres or a 45-minute drive to the north-east. A broader range of services is generally found in Cooma which also has a larger resident population. Cooma can be considered a district catchment area given the population size and strategic location between the Snowy Mountains and Canberra. The social infrastructure facilities typically found within a district catchment are expected to address a broader range of universal needs and support different stages of people’s lifecycle. Accordingly, social planning at the district level needs to consider a broader and more diverse range of services than at the local level. District catchment areas generally provide a range of services including health, education, training, community support, employment, assistance and emergency services. Further, the provision of hubs that can foster local learning, health and social support networks are appropriate at the district level. District level facilities are usually in partnership between State government, local government and community organisations. Partnerships with private developers are another means of planning social facilities at the district level, albeit less common. 3.1.3 Regional Level Canberra serves as a regional centre for the provision of higher order medical, educational, shopping or entertainment options, located 170 kilometres or a two-hour drive from Jindabyne. The catchment for regional infrastructure may extend more than 200 kilometres, particularly for medical and health specialities. Social infrastructure at the regional level generally meets most health and community support needs, offering the full range of education, training and employment avenues as well as encouraging community engagement, cultural expression and specialist services. Key elements of regional level service are health infrastructure such as hospitals, community health services and specialist health services such as mental, paediatric and geriatric health, education facilities including universities and TAFE institutes, government services, correctional centres, cultural infrastructure such as entertainment centres and major sporting hubs.

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Figure 5 Jindabyne Regional Context

3.2 Current provision Jindabyne is relatively well serviced by comparison with other Australian regional towns servicing a local catchment. This section details the current provision of services as well as barriers and gaps in service made evident through this study and the community engagement process. Childcare facilities and pre-schools There are two child care centres in the study area, however, this does not include Family Daycare (small groups cared for in educators’ homes) or informal arrangements. The demographic study found the Jindabyne area had an under-representation of children under school age. Youth Centres/services There are no dedicated youth facilities in Jindabyne. Snowy Monaro Council employs two Youth Development Officers, one of whom is based in Jindabyne. The Youth Development Officers work with young people, providing support, referral and advocacy. Aged care There is no residential aged care in Jindabyne There are two residential aged care facilities in Cooma, one council-run facility and one private facility. The Council also run an assisted living facility in Berridale. In addition to this, there is a residential aged care facility in Bombala associated with the hospital. Education facilities Jindabyne has two main education providers; Jindabyne Central School (K-12) and the independent Snowy Mountains Grammar School (K-12). The Redlands high country campus is also located nearby

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housing approximately 50 students for term 3 of the school year accounting for a small amount of the temporary population. Jindabyne Central School was previously a primary school, however, was upgraded to include secondary school students in 2006. Hospitals and medical practices Jindabyne has two medical practices. Snowy River Health Centre provides GP services as well as allied health including physiotherapy, chiropractor, pathology, community health and skin cancer clinic. Snowy Mountains Medical Centre provides GP services, x-ray and specialises in trauma and fracture management The closest emergency room and hospital are at Cooma which has less than 50 beds however does, provides alcohol and drug care, geriatric assessment, maintenance renal dialysis, obstetric services, oncology unit and rehabilitation unit. More specialised care is offered at the Canberra Hospital located 2 hr drive from Jindabyne. Sports and recreation spaces Jindabyne has a variety of open space and recreation facilities, including the Foreshore Park and walking path, JJ Connors Oval and the Banjo Paterson Park featuring Livvi’s Place Jindabyne and the Jindabyne Skate park. The greatest sport and recreation asset of the town is the Jindabyne Sport and Recreation Centre. The centre offers a variety of facilities for both visitors and local community including an athletics track, field, indoor rock climbing, trampolining and outdoor netball and tennis courts. There are also plans with the snowy mountains BMX club to build a summer operating BMX track. Community centres, halls and libraries Jindabyne has a small neighbourhood centre, a community hall and a community lending library service through the neighbourhood centre. The neighbourhood centre is operating well beyond the capacity of the current approximately 80 m2 accommodation space. The centre provides a variety of services including community services such as counselling services, crisis centre, examination supervision, library and community meeting space. Heritage/interpretation centres There is a visitor centre for the National Parks and Wildlife Service that provides extensive information about the Kosciusko National Park and general overview of the Indigenous history and Snowy Hydro scheme in the area. The NSW government has also announced initial funding for the planning stages of a Snowy Mountains Heritage Centre in Jindabyne. The heritage centre would showcase the cultural history of the Snowy Mountains region.

3.3 Benchmarking Benchmarking is often used to assess whether the catchment area contains the social infrastructure typically expected for a defined population. Existing benchmarks are generally intended for urban areas and should be altered for regional areas considering distance to next nearest facility. Examples of typical population thresholds for a range of community facilities are shown in Table 3 below. These benchmarks have been adapted for the facilities relevant to the Jindabyne study area and should be used as a general guide to provision. A variety of other factors should be considered when planning social infrastructure including: - hierarchy of the town in the wider context - demographics - design/co-location of existing facilities - demands and trends in activity - hierarchy, quality and accessibility of each facility.

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3.3.1 Open Space and Outdoor Recreation Access to quality open space and recreation facilities is crucial for healthy and liveable communities. Approaches to planning open space have built on the historic UK open space standards with an application of a 2.83 ha/1,000 people a being common. Other qualitative indicators, such as accessibility, function and quality of open space are arguably more important than sheer area of land. Jindabyne has a diverse mix of housing typologies and densities and is in a rural setting at the foot of the Kosciusko National Park with year-round recreation options. Despite this significant resource available to them, the community also need safe and accessible local public spaces that can provide equitable play opportunities for all ages as well as space for socialising and exercise nearby to other key commercial and community activity hubs. For the purposes of this study, we have calculated the ratio of public open space per 1,000 people using the RE1 Public Recreation Zone in the Snowy River Local Environmental Plan 2013 and the population. Table 2 demonstrates the open space provision ratios for Jindabyne-Berridale SA2 boundary and the GJUA. Table 2 Open Space provision hectare per 1,000 people RE1 zoned Open space ratio Population 2016 land (ha) (ha/1,000 people) Greater Jindabyne Urban Area 39.5 2,604* 15.2 (Study Area) Jindabyne-Berridale SA2 55.4 7,071* 7.8 *CityPlan, Jindabyne Housing and Demographic Study (pg 39 & 34)

This calculation does not include all the open space on the foreshore of Lake Jindabyne including Foreshore Park and Banjo Patterson Park or the biking trails in East Jindabyne off Kosciusko Road. Although not zoned as public recreation, these spaces are publicly accessible and include a variety of recreation facilities including playgrounds, gym equipment and supporting infrastructure for sports fields (e.g. storage for equipment, goals posts). As demonstrated, the availability of open space is not currently an issue for the community of Jindabyne or the Jindabyne Berridale SA2 area. However, the accessibility of open space is a significant challenge for these communities. Barriers to open space in the town include the topography of the land, lack of pedestrian footpaths and high traffic numbers on Kosciuszko Road without safe crossing points. 3.3.2 Social Infrastructure Facilities The South East Queensland Regional Plan 2005 -2026 social infrastructure planning guidelines are widely regarded as a benchmark for types of social infrastructure when planning in Australia and have been used to assess the provision of community facilities for this study. It is important to acknowledge that rural centres need to provide a wider range of facilities to account for the larger geographic area they typically service in comparison to a metropolitan area. The permanent population of Jindabyne, at 2,600 falls below the population threshold used to guide the provision of many of the social facilities which exist in the town. For the purposes of the benchmarks, we have used the Jindabyne-Berridale SA2 population estimates from the CityPlan demographic study. These estimates general include the visitor population projections, however, in many cases, visitors do not increase pressure on traditional social infrastructure, namely aged care, child care/pre-school and primary and secondary education. As such the social infrastructure benchmark assessment has been split with Table 3 showing the analysis of social infrastructure typically used by both permanent and visitor populations and Table 4 those typically only used by the permanent population. Additionally, it is noted that this SA2 boundary includes the township of Berridale that is equidistant between Jindabyne and Cooma, some of the community would likely travel to the larger centre of Cooma for services not provided in Berridale rather than Jindabyne such as arts and culture and/or community services.

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Table 3 Social infrastructure typically used by permanent residents, visitors and non-resident workers - Typical population threshold for social infrastructure against experimental forecasts of the future population including population projections and visitor forecasts

Jindabyne-Berridale SA2 Upper population projections from CityPlan (year/population) Current Facility type Benchmark provision 2016 2021 2026 2031 2036 29,897 34,951 41,180 47,590 53,920 Community 3 1:20,000 – 1 1.2 1.4 1.6 1.8 Health Centre/ 30,000 General medical practice Local 2 1:6,000 – 3 3.5 4.1 4.8 5.4 Community 10,000 Centre Youth Centre 0 1:20,000 – 0.6 0.7 0.8 1 1.1 50,000 Branch Library 0 1: 15,000 – 0.6 0.7 0.8 1 1.1 30,000 Indoor 1 1: 30 000 1 1.2 1.4 1.6 1.8 Recreation Centre Public 0 1: 30,000 – 0.6 0.7 0.8 1 1.1 Arts/Cultural/ 50,000 Performing Arts Benchmark sources: Queensland Office of Urban Management 2007, Elton Consulting 2011, Australian Social & Recreation Research, 2009

Table 4 Social infrastructure typically used by only permanent residents - typical population threshold for social infrastructure against experimental forecasts of the future population

Jindabyne-Berridale SA2 Upper population projections from CityPlan (year/population) Current Facility type Benchmark provision 2016 2021 2026 2031 2036 7,071 7,414 7,896 8,442 8,965 Child Care 3 1:4,000 – 0.8 0.8 0.9 0.9 1.0 Centre 9,000 Kindergarten/ 3 1:8,000 – 0.6 0.6 0.7 0.7 0.7 Pre-School 12,000 High Level 0 1: 20,000 – Residential 30,000 0.2 0.2 0.3 0.3 0.3 Aged Care Public Primary 3 1: 7,500 – 0.8 0.8 0.9 0.9 1.0 School 9,000 Public 1 1: 15,000 – Secondary 25,000 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.4 School Benchmark sources: Queensland Office of Urban Management 2007, Elton Consulting 2011, Australian Social & Recreation Research, 2009

A conservative approach to benchmarking can be taken with most general community facilities able to operate at over capacity for some time before an additional facility is constructed. For example, a

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second indoor recreation centre in the SA2 boundary would not be required until approximately 2036 (1.8) rather than 2021 (1.2). This approach, however, is not appropriate for some specialised facilities such as childcare and educational institutions that cannot be programmed beyond capacity due to legislative child to carer ratios or space provision standards. In such cases, additional factors such as the NSW School Infrastructure School Asset Strategic Principles should be providing guidance around capacity and growth. As numerical benchmarking is just one aspect for consideration in planning, Table 5 also compares the existing facilities in Jindabyne town and Cooma with the types of facilities that typically occur in support of local or district level service catchments (detailed in section 3.1). In this context, it is assessed that Canberra would be the regional service centre with an adequate supply of all relevant regional level services. This approach gives a more focused view of the gaps and opportunities for social infrastructure provision in Jindabyne.

Table 5 Comparison of SEQ minimum provision for Local and District services with Jindabyne and Cooma Provided within Provided within Infrastructure Comments Jindabyne? (Yes/No) Cooma? (Yes/No) SEQ Guideline minimum provision for Local and District centres Community meeting Yes Yes Both Jindabyne and room/neighbourhood • Snowy Mountains • Snowy Monaro Cooma exceed the house [local] Neighbourhood Council expected provision for Centre neighbourhood centres. Neighbourhood centre (may act as a A variety of services are community centre) delivered through the [District] neighbourhood centre at Jindabyne, whilst in Cooma, these services are delivered from several sources. Multi-purpose Yes Yes Both Jindabyne and hall/local community • Jindabyne • Cooma Multi- Cooma have adequate centre Memorial Hall function Centre community hall space. The Memorial Hall in Jindabyne is ageing. Child care centre Yes Yes Both Jindabyne and (long day care) • Gidgillys Early • Building Blocks Cooma have childcare and Education and Childcare long day care facilities. Care Centre • Daisy’s Child Care (including (including Jindabyne preschool) Preschool) • Snowy Mountains Care and Early Learning Centre Pre-school Yes Yes Both Jindabyne and • Gidgillys Early • Cooma North Cooma have pre-school Education and Preschool facilities Care Centre • Daisy’s Child Care (including (including child Jindabyne care) Preschool) • Monaro Family Day Care

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Provided within Provided within Infrastructure Comments Jindabyne? (Yes/No) Cooma? (Yes/No) • Snowy Mountains Care and Early Learning Centre Primary School Yes Yes Both Jindabyne and • Jindabyne Central • Cooma Public Cooma have primary School School schools, Cooma offers a • Snowy Mountains • Cooma North wider range of religious Grammar School Public School schools. • Saint Patricks Parish School (K- 10) • Snowy Mountains Christian School (K-10) Sport or recreation Yes Yes Both Jindabyne and reserve • Jindabyne Oval • Centennial Park Cooma have sport and • Jindabyne Terrain • Cooma North recreation reserves. Park Reserve Jindabyne has an indoor • Lake Jindabyne • Lions Park swimming pool and Cooma Sport Centre • Cooma also has the Cooma • Lions Park Showground Basketball stadium offering • Rotary Oval indoor basketball court and • Nijong Ninja Park gymnastic hall. The NSW • Cooma Basketball government has also Stadium committed $15 million for a new indoor sports hub at Cooma. Access point for Yes Yes Both Jindabyne and family health • Snowy River • Cooma Community Cooma have community Health Centre Health Centre health centres • Snowy Mountains Medical Centre Income support Yes Yes Both Jindabyne and • Jindabyne Agent • Cooma Centrelink Cooma have some form of for NSW and Medicare income support services, Department of Cooma has a permanent Human Services Centrelink office. Home care services Yes Yes Both Jindabyne and Cooma offer some home care services provided by the Council through the Australian Government. SEQ minimum provision for District centres Secondary school Yes Yes Both Jindabyne and • Jindabyne Central • Monaro High Cooma have high school School School facilities. Jindabyne offers • Snowy Mountains • St Patricks Parish more schooling options for Grammar School School (K-10) years 11 and 12. • Snowy Mountains Christian School (K-10) Youth centre/service No Yes Jindabyne does not offer a specialised youth centre.

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Provided within Provided within Infrastructure Comments Jindabyne? (Yes/No) Cooma? (Yes/No) • The Hub Youth Council provides several Centre mobile youth services across the region. Performing arts No Yes Cooma offers a small local space • Cooma Little theatre. Jindabyne does Theatre not offer any dedicated arts or cultural space. Branch library No Yes Jindabyne has a small • Cooma Library community funded library In the Neighbourhood Centre as well as a small mobile library rotation from the Cooma Library. Aged care service/ No Yes No residential aged care is respite care • Monaro Retirement offered in the Jindabyne villas town. Council and one • Sir William Hudson private aged care providers Memorial Centre are operating from Cooma. • Southern NSW Transitional Aged Care Service • Yallambee Lodge Police and Yes Yes Both Jindabyne and emergency services • Jindabyne Police • Cooma Police Cooma have essential Station Station emergency services of • NSW Ambulance • Cooma Fire Station Police, Fire, Ambulance. Jindabyne • NSW Ambulance • Jindabyne Fire Cooma Station TAFE campus No Yes TAFE operates out of TAFE NSW- Cooma Cooma no vocational training is formally offered in Jindabyne. TAFE was previously offered out of the Sport and Recreation Centre however, this has recently ceased.

A detailed list and mapping of all services identified within Jindabyne and surrounds are provided in Appendix A. Other Social Infrastructure As demonstrated in Table 5 Jindabyne is serviced above the expectations of a local sized community. Additionally, Jindabyne has several social infrastructure elements that are not listed in the SEQ Guidelines including: - Indoor swimming pool - Visitor centre - Caravan park - Sailing club

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3.3.3 Gaps in provision As demonstrated above both Jindabyne and Cooma are well serviced with social infrastructure facilities. Despite Jindabyne’s small population it clearly provides services including education, recreation and community services to a wider geographic area. Using the above benchmarking some potential gaps in provision in the region to 2036 are: - Community centre - Youth centre - Library - Public Arts/Cultural/ Performing Arts The most critical gap in provision is regarding the demand for a community centre with the current provision of a neighbourhood centre and Memorial hall not capable of meeting the needs of the wider community in the limited space available.

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4.0 Engagement with stakeholders This section highlights key findings for social infrastructure from the engagement with stakeholders throughout the Go Jindabyne planning process as well as targeted social infrastructure engagement carried out for this specialist report.

4.1 Go Jindabyne Engagement Extensive engagement with the community has been undertaken by the wider Go Jindabyne project team. The Jindabyne Community Statement provides an overview of community attitudes and aspirations for the future. The main findings to consider when planning social infrastructure for the town and region are: • Services: - Desire to increase aged care potential within the town - Desire for greater public transport connections within the region - Desire for tertiary education to retain youth population after high school - Locals believe that other medical services are needed in the town to support the daily healthcare needs of the population – particularly the elderly • Open space and recreation: - Lake foreshore park is currently underutilised - Other open spaces are over utilised and under maintained - The sport and recreation centre is regarded as underutilised by the community and needs better connectivity to the town centre - Widespread support for a round-the-lake interpretive trail to connect the town centre with the wider region - Scarcity of safe places for children and young adults to ‘hang out’ - Desire to improve walkability and cycling infrastructure through the town • Urban form: - Disconnect between the two town centres and the Lake foreshore park - Existing social infrastructure is prohibitively spread out across town; A community hub would provide a central and multi-purpose gathering space to support social activities and bonding. This could include an upgrade to Memorial Hall, a new community library, a heritage centre, a youth centre or programmed space and an education hub with public open space. - Desire for more acknowledgement of the region’s Indigenous history - Housing in town in unaffordable for locals and seasonal workers.

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4.2 Specific Engagement for Social Infrastructure Specific consultation was undertaken with Jindabyne community service providers, local council and community service providers were consulted for specific feedback regarding social infrastructure. This was an opportunity to develop a greater understanding of the capacity and extent of existing social infrastructure and associated services. The following section details key findings from targeted engagement with such groups. 4.2.1 Council Overall the Council noted the primary areas of demand from their perspective for social infrastructure in Jindabyne are in youth services, aged care and education. Key considerations were: • Lack of dedicated youth space results in youth loitering in public spaces participating in anti-social behaviour causing issues for the local businesses and the community. • Ageing residents are forced to move elsewhere to receive adequate aged care living. Cooma aged care facilities are difficult to secure spaces, resulting in most moving to Canberra creating a wider disconnect between the resident and their family and community. • The current lack of available open space at the Jindabyne Central School is a point of contention for much of the community. 4.2.2 Neighbourhood Centre The Neighbourhood Centre provided detailed insight into the services they provide. The centre is operating beyond the capacity of the small space provided and the types of demand for services placed upon them. The key points raised include: • The small space is not adequate for the services provided including community welfare and support services such as counselling, family crisis, examination supervision, library and community meeting space • Demand for arts and culture space within the town centre • General concern for winter season anti-social and violent behaviour exacerbated during poor winter season conditions resulting in under-employment of seasonal workers. 4.2.3 Education providers In conversation with representatives of the two year-round schools, Jindabyne Central School and Snowy Mountains Grammar School, and representatives from the Department of Education school Asset planning team. The key areas of discussion were teaching space upgrades, school structure, access to technology and availability of indoor sport and recreation spaces. The key issues for these education providers were: • Difficult to attract teachers to the area with the current housing market offering few options, all at a high price. The median price for a 3 bedroom house is $515k in 2019 compared to $360k in 2015, the median price for a 2 bedroom unit is $344k in 2019 compared to $201k in 2015 (Domain, 2019) • Positive educational and economic benefits of schools being in the main centre of town. • Positive social influences of a K-12 educational institution with older and younger students interacting with each other and removing transition points for students throughout their education • Poor internet access at home is an inhibitor to learning, many students have poor access in their homes leading to disengagement with school work and education generally • The permanent transition of the indoor multi-sport court at the sport and recreation centre to a trampoline centre and the use of the Jindabyne Central School hall for a dance school out of school hours have eliminated potential indoor team sports such as basketball from the town. Lack of year-round team sport for those aged 12 and over is an issue. • Concern was also raised about the potential new community library being located at the Jindabyne Central School, potentially creating a social barrier for those from other schools.

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4.2.4 Office of Sport The Office of Sport is based in the Sport and Recreation Centre at Jindabyne, were consulted to discuss the facilities available for the local community, how these facilities are shared with visitors and locals and the potential uses for excess land within the property. The key points of the discussion were: - The Sport and Recreation Centre is open to the local community and can host up to 500 students at any one time. - Local community use the gymnastics, parkour and trampoline facility and the outdoor netball courts for regular summer competition - The Snowy Mountains BMX Club is preparing to build a new track on the property for club and recreational use - Potential town bypass road would provide additional access points to the facility on the northwestern boundary. It is noted that integration with education is a tertiary priority for the Office of Sport following the development of the Jindabyne National Training Centre; a centre of excellence for snow and adventure sports and the Modernisation and Optimisation of the NSW Sport and Recreation Centres across the state, including rebuilding accommodation.

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5.0 Key considerations for service delivery and social infrastructure This section details the key considerations for social infrastructure planning in Jindabyne based on projections for future population growth and community needs expressed through the extensive consultation undertaken during the Go Jindabyne project. The perceived gaps in provision from the community can be addressed through the development of new facilities as well as better utilisation of existing facilities through mechanisms such as flexible programming, co-location, expanding or upgrading existing facilities. The Jindabyne Central School and neighbourhood centre are currently operating well over their expected capacity and are priorities for investment in new facilities. Aged Care The provision of residential aged care will support Jindabyne’s ageing population and enable people to remain living in the community throughout their lives. The community have clearly expressed ageing in place as a high priority both to support long term residents as well as older people who have moved to Jindabyne more recently. General Health and Acute Care The recent announcement of an $18.6 million Cooma Hospital redevelopment will provide additional health services for the region including an expanded emergency department, new maternity department, new ambulatory care centre, expanded medical imaging department and improvements to inpatient unit areas. Coupled with the two medical centres in Jindabyne, access to medical services will exceed expectations for a town of its size. Community Services and Activities A community hub which can bring people together and support a wide range of services and activities for the permanent and temporary population is a priority for the community. Of note in the SEQ guidelines are the minimum site requirements for community centres including a minimum gross floor area for neighbourhood centres of between 200- 300 m2 and a 500 -750 m2 site area. Local halls should be a minimum of 400 m2 with a site area of 2,000 m2. At current, the neighbourhood centre is approximately 100 m2. Jindabyne requires a new multi-user community centre located in the town centre where it is readily accessible. The facility could include a library, spaces for meetings, community service providers, working spaces for arts and technology, and young people to socialise. Library The Department of Education is currently proposing a shared use library for the community and the Jindabyne Central School on the school site as part of the second building upgrade. The shared use library presents several opportunities for community and student benefits, however, there are equally several significant challenges of the approach. Benefits of the shared library are noted to be: • Cost-effective use of facilities • Potentially a faster timeframe for delivery • A larger library Challenges of the shared library are noted to be: • Child protection • Programming to allow safe and equitable access throughout the day for students and the public • Staffing the library to allow for teaching librarians to facilitate school student learning whilst also allowing staff to assist community

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• Conflicting uses by different age groups (i.e. classes of junior students doing group learning activities compared to an adult student looking for a quiet space for research compared to an elderly person looking to learn a new technology) • Competing use of space on the limited space on the school site. A key consideration for the planning of the library is the role of the library in the wider town context. The Guide for Public Libraries in NSW notes, libraries are particularly popular for older residents with the trend likely to increase with the aging population. Access to specialist collections, adult education, activities targeting seniors (particularly computer literacy) and general browsing areas are key for this demographic. It is also noted that many seniors seek social interaction by longer stays in libraries than the average visitor. Although the next generation of seniors will likely be more sophisticated in their knowledge of digital information, the trend of accessing these services in libraries is not expected to change significantly. Another key trend noted in The Guide for Public libraries is the increasing trend of people seeking community participation and meaningful human interaction in the safe and neutral environment of public libraries. The notion that libraries can become a community living room, particularly for an increasingly transient population is particularly relevant for Jindabyne. The community library is increasingly being a comfortable area to relax and socialise, whilst providing the traditional services of a library, the space also provides an all-weather extension for recreation time. Arts and Culture Arts and cultural events have been identified as a priority by the community and would add to the vibrancy of the town. Greater support for the arts is consistent with the community’s aspiration for Jindabyne to become more of a ‘full service’ town. The Memorial Hall is presently used as a larger space for community gatherings. There is potential for the hall to be refurbished so that it can support more arts and cultural events. Indigenous Culture and Heritage There is an opportunity to recognise and educate the community about the Aboriginal history of the Snowy Mountains region. The recently announced Snowy Heritage Centre as part of the Snowy Alpine Heritage Association $95,000 grant presents an opportunity to plan and design a facility which addresses both the European and Aboriginal history of the region. Sport and Recreation The Sport and Recreation Centre provides the Jindabyne community with proximity to a high-quality facility supported by specialist staff. The community has identified the need for access to an indoor recreation facility, incorporating playing courts. There is an opportunity to meet this demand by improving the community’s access to the Sport and Recreation Centre. Improved access can be achieved through more safe and direct cycling and walking trail links between the centre and the town. In addition, there are opportunities to program the facilities to enable better access by community members and sporting groups. Such arrangements should be fully explored prior to any further consideration of the need for more indoor recreation facilities for Jindabyne. In December 2018 John Barilaro MP announced a commitment of $100,000 to install an inclusive flying fox at Banjo Paterson Park in addition to the Livvi’s place playground that was opened in 2016. This will contribute to the accessibility of Banjo Patterson Park. Open space is provided throughout the town at numerous parks and ovals, of note, are the Banjo Patterson Park, Foreshore Park and the JJ Connors Oval. The steep topography and street layout of Jindabyne could create a barrier for access to some open spaces with steep contours and reduction connectivity with cul-de-sac style streets. The concentration of open spaces around Lake Jindabyne and the National Park and the lack of pedestrian connections to the residential areas could also discourage casual and informal use of open spaces for recreation. Education The upgrade of Jindabyne Central School has been identified as a priority by the NSW government and the school community. The Department of Education is currently in the process of upgrading the school facilities with two new buildings, one of which is expected to be completed by mid-2020. The

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plan involves the replacement of demountable buildings with two new permanent buildings delivered in two stages. School Infrastructure NSW within the Department of Education is working to implement the plan with one school building tendering for construction and the second building in the planning phase. The upgraded facilities are anticipated to provide the school with enough growth capacity for a ten to fifteen-year period. Alternative plans to relocate the high school to another site have also been proposed. These plans are noted in the Community Statement and the project team’s engagement with stakeholders indicated a wide awareness of this alternative with mixed opinions on the outcome from the community. The Department of Education has no plans in the foreseeable future to split the school. Retaining the central school style in Jindabyne has several benefits for both the students and the wider community including: • Social/Educational: - No transition between primary and secondary school, benefits of younger students understanding how the senior part of the school functions removes many of the challenges that come with a classic transition from primary to secondary school - older students mentoring younger students - school located within walking distance of large residential catchment encouraging active transport and shared use outside of school hours - Senior students have ease of access to local businesses for casual employment - Students are close to local services and entertainment to encourage activity outside of school hours • Economic: Businesses in town that attract parents around school drop-off/pick-up times (i.e. parent drops the child at school then goes to the supermarket and café) aligning with the School Asset Strategic Plan from Department of Education the school should be working to using existing space more efficiently, adapting existing schools and improving school designs to allow for growth rather than building new school sites

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6.0 Priorities for Social Infrastructure Planning

6.1 Guiding principles A series of principles have been developed to inform the planning of social infrastructure in Jindabyne and the surrounding towns. These principles align with the findings of the Go Jindabyne community statement and respond to the projected changes in the population of Jindabyne. As Jindabyne is currently well serviced for social infrastructure these principles focus on improving the planning and delivery of existing services and facilities. Shared and Multi-purpose Spaces A community precinct with a new service centre, function space and community library would provide for the variety of demands within the community for the services currently being offered from the neighbourhood centre and more. Multi-purpose and co-located facilities create opportunities for integrated and flexible activities and uses. Sharing school and sport and recreation centre facilities could provide for the needs of the community within the existing provision of facilities. Intergenerational, Inclusive and Safe Spaces Facilities should provide a safe and welcoming place for all. The ageing population of Jindabyne will increase demand for community services. Co-locating services and programming spaces to be accessible for all ages will assist in fostering strong community relationships. Facilities should be planned and designed to account for the demographics and needs of the wider community including rural residential areas. Connected and Co-located Spaces Facilities and services should be in close proximity to active transport networks and other facilities throughout the town. Dedicated safe routes to schools should be provided from residential areas and the town centre to facilities. Co-location of services and spaces will improve accessibly for the community in addition to a more established and defined ‘community hub’. Adaptive reuse of existing facilities Wherever possible, refurbish older buildings so that they can be reused for a new purpose.

6.2 Recommendations for the Go Jindabyne Master Plan The following recommendations for the Go Jindabyne Master Plan are based on the findings of this study and the Go Jindabyne community statement. These recommendations respond to the benchmarking, stakeholder engagement, the projected growth of the community as well as the guiding principles for development of community facilities. Retain Jindabyne Central School in the town centre It is recommended that the Jindabyne Central School campus retain both primary and secondary students. The planned expansion of facilities on the current site is expected to meet forecast demand to 2036. There are several social, educational and economic benefits to students of the K-12 structure and the existing location. Further decisions regarding the school should be made considering the actual growth over the coming years and an assessment of the upgraded facilities capacity to provide. An option within this recommendation is to include a new shared community and school library in the proposed upgrade. This would be economically beneficial for the school and the council and would likely provide a library for the community sooner than any alternative. The joint-use building would be located on the corner of the school closest to the town centre providing good connectivity for the community as well as being accessible for students throughout their study day. The shared library would be one of the first of its kind with another similar joint-use library currently in the design phase for Young High School in Hilltops Council in the Southwest Slopes region of NSW.

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Development of a new Community Hub in the Jindabyne town centre Development of a new integrated community centre in Jindabyne town centre is recommended with priority for the next 0 - 5 years. The community centre would provide services that are currently provided in the neighbourhood centre with an increased capacity including but not limited to: crisis support, community groups, examinations, youth services and co-working spaces. The hub would also incorporate a tertiary education centre and be accompanied by an upgrade to Memorial Hall. An option within this recommendation is for the community hub to include a new library in a space accessible to the community throughout the day and enable the space to be used for other community uses. Locating these facilities in the town centre places them in proximity to the existing visitor centre to provide a space for connection between the permanent, temporary and visiting population. This option would likely provide more equitable access to the library. Upgrade the Memorial Hall At present the Memorial Hall is frequently used however, is not cost effective to run with high operating costs citied as an issue. The cost to use the hall is also cited as being high and not viable for smaller community groups, for example, parents groups, wishing to use the facility. Upgrading the Memorial Hall is recommended to be part of the new Community Hub as a short-term priority to be delivered in the next 0-5 years. Some challenges for the use of the exiting hall are inefficient temperature control causing high heating/cooling costs, scheduling and the facilities not meeting expectations for live performances with no access to the wings or back of the stage. A larger and more flexible space, with areas for multiple activities to be carried out concurrently would enable smaller groups to utilise a space at lower cost whilst a more flexible space would also allow for additional arts and cultural events to be held in the town. Memorial Hall is a key site for connecting the old town shopping centre with Nuggets Crossing, in its current form the Hall could be interpreted as a barrier between the two hubs. The site of the hall also has an opportunity to benefit from the activity and services on Snowy River Avenue. The upgrade or redevelopment of the Memorial Hall is recommended to be in conjunction with the above-mentioned development of a new community hub on the site. The community hub would further help activate the space and the Snowy River Avenue. Upgrade connection between sports facilities and Jindabyne town centre Improve pedestrian connectivity between the schools and the JJ Connors Oval including pedestrian paths and safe crossing points on Park Road, Poley Cow Lane and Barry Way. This recommendation should be an ongoing consideration throughout the development of the town with short-term (0-5 year) priority for the key route between the Jindabyne Central School and JJ Connors Oval. A greater active transport and safe connection between the town centre, public and private schools and the Sport and Recreation Centre is recommended to improve its access from the town by cycling and walking. Increasing the availability of the Sport and Recreation Centre to the community through additional management and programming would enable greater use of the space and would meet some of the demand in the local community for more formalised sports facilities and spaces. Working agreements between the schools in the town and the Office of Sport for a program of access would allow for students to benefit from the facilities more regularly than at current. This collaboration should be a short-term priority. Develop a residential aged care facility Development of a residential aged care facility in Jindabyne is consistent with the community’s aspiration that older members of the community are supported to remain living in the town. This is a medium/long term (5 + years) recommendation for the town, non-residential aged care services in the short term would be beneficial in the shorter term. Snowy Monaro Council is looking to develop an aged care facility and is actively seeking an appropriate site. In conjunction with this, it is recommended that the accessibility of the town centre is considered to allow for ease of access for those with limited mobility.

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Open Space accessibility The lack of pedestrian footpaths in the residential areas discourages active transport for residents in the Jindabyne town. Creating pedestrian connections between the residential areas and key open spaces such as the foreshore of Lake Jindabyne and JJ Connors Oval would encourage the community to walk to local open spaces this has health benefits and can reduce car dependency. This should be an ongoing consideration throughout the development of the town with short-term priority for a safe crossing of Kosciusko Road from the town centre.

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7.0 References

Australian Social & Recreation Research (2009), Guide to Social Infrastructure Planning

Domain. (2019, 05 27). Jindabyne Suburb Profile. Retrieved from Domain: https://www.domain.com.au/suburb-profile/jindabyne-nsw-2627

Elton Consulting (2011) Planning Social Infrastructure and Community Services for Urban Growth Areas – Theme Document

NSW Health (2009) Healthy Urban Development Checklist

Queensland Government Office of Urban Management (2007), South East Queensland Regional Plan 2005-2026, Implementation Guideline No. 5 Social Infrastructure Planning

State Library of New South Wales (2012), People Places: A Guide for Public Library Buildings in New South Wales, third edition

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8.0 Glossary Child Care Centre Facilities that provide long day care or limited hours/occasional care for children up to school age. May also offer care for school-aged children outside of school hours Kindergarten/Pre-School Centres that focus on early learning for children aged 3.5-4.5 years, usually operate 2.5-3 day week programs during school hours. Community Health Centre / General Medical Practice Provider of health services including general medical practitioners and indigenous medical services. May also provide special allied health, maternal and child health, oral health, counselling and/or social work. Local Community Centre General community use facilities providing meeting spaces, social, educational and recreational facilities, health and/or support services and information. They include civic centres, community centres, neighbourhood centres, local halls, neighbourhood houses and meeting rooms. Youth Centre Community centre specialising in meeting the need of young people. Usually houses a youth worker or program coordinator to deliver on-site and outreach youth programs and services. Branch Library A library that caters for a localised area, offers access to both text and online resources for learning and can also incorporate meeting spaces and areas for study. Indoor Recreation Centre Indoor facility with enough space for indoor sports and activities. High-Level Residential Aged Care Provides an operational base for services targeted at older people. May include domiciliary care and Meals on Wheels, day respite care for frail aged people and younger people with a disability. Aged Care can also provide a range of interactive activities for clients and/or a base for outreach services. Public Primary School Educational facilities for students between the ages of 5 and 12, offering Kindergarten through to Year 6. Public Secondary School Educational Facilities for students between the ages of 12 and 18, offering Year 7 through to Year 10 or 12. Some specialist secondary schools offer Year 10 through to Year 12. Public Arts/Cultural/ Performing Arts A space for arts rehearsal and performance, ranging from small playhouses to large multi-purpose performance centres supporting a wide range of performing arts. Includes workshop spaces.

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Ne ithe r AECOM Au str alia Pt y Ltd (AECOM) n o r t he De part me n t o f Fin an ce , Se r vice s & In n o vatio n make an y re pr e se n tatio n s o r Main road war ran t ie s o f an y kin d, abo u t t he accu r acy, r e liability, co mple t e n e ss o r su itability o r fit n e ss fo r pu r po se in re latio n to the co n te n t (in acco rdan ce w it h clau se 5 o f t he Co pyr ight Lice n ce ). AECOM has pr e pare d t his do cu me n t fo r the so le u se o f its Clie n t base d o n t he National Park Clie n t’s de scr ipt io n o f it s r e qu ir e me n ts havin g r e gar d t o the assu mpt io n s an d o t he r limitat io n s se t o u t in t his re po r t, in clu din g page 2. Source: RE1 Public Recreation Jindabyne - Social Infrastructure

ID Category Name 1 Sports or recreation facility Banjo Paterson Park 2 Sports or recreation facility Boat Ramp 3 Sports or recreation facility Clifford Point 4 Sports or recreation facility Copper Tom Reach 5 Heritage/interpretive centre Count Strzelecki Monument 6 Community centre, hall or library East Jindabyne 7 Sports or recreation facility Hatchery Bay Recreation Area 8 Sports or recreation facility Jindabyne Bowling and Sports Club 9 School Jindabyne Central School 10 Medical practices or hospital Jindabyne Community Health Centre 11 Community centre, hall or library Jindabyne Memorial Hall 12 Sports or recreation facility Jindabyne Oval 13 Sports or recreation facility Jindabyne Swimming Pool 14 Sports or recreation facility Jindabyne Terrain Park 16 Sports or recreation facility Lake Jindabyne 17 Sports or recreation facility Lake Jindabyne Sailing Club 18 Sports or recreation facility Lake Jindabyne Sport Centre 19 Sports or recreation facility Leo Barry Park 20 Sports or recreation facility Lions Park 21 Sports or recreation facility Minnehaha Point 22 Sports or recreation facility Mitchell Park Playground 23 Sports or recreation facility Oval 24 Sports or recreation facility Park 25 Sports or recreation facility Picnic Area 26 Sports or recreation facility Picnic Area 27 Sports or recreation facility Picnic Area 28 Sports or recreation facility Playing Field 29 Sports or recreation facility Playing Field 30 Sports or recreation facility Rainbow Reserve 31 Sports or recreation facility Sandy Beach 32 Education Facility Redlands High Country Campus 33 Sports or recreation facility Scouts Association Kosciuszko Group Headquarters 34 School Snowy Mountains Grammar School 35 Heritage/interpretive centre Snowy Region Visitor Information Centre 36 Sports or recreation facility Soccer Ground 37 Sports or recreation facility Tennis Courts 38 Sports or recreation facility Tennis Courts 39 Sports or recreation facility Tennis Courts 40 Sports or recreation facility Viewing Area 41 Childcare facility or pre-school Gidgillys Early Education & Care Centre 42 Childcare facility or pre-school Snowy Mountains Care And Early Learning Centre 43 Medical practices or hospital Snowy Mountains Medical Centre 44 Community centre, hall or library Snowy Mountains Neighbourhood Centre Berridale - Social Infrastructure

ID Category Name 45 Community centre, hall or library Berridale hall 46 Community centre, hall or library Baanya Hall 47 Community centre, hall or library Berridale Community Centre 48 School Berridale Public School 49 Sports or recreation facility Berridale Swimming Pool 50 Sports or recreation facility Berridale Tennis Club 51 Sports or recreation facility Bowling Green 52 Sports or recreation facility Central Park 53 Sports or recreation facility Coolamatong Golf Course 54 Sports or recreation facility Coolamatong Range 55 Community centre, hall or library Coolamatong Snowy Mountains Country Club 56 Sports or recreation facility Lions Park 57 Sports or recreation facility Park 58 Sports or recreation facility Ray Goodman Oval 59 Aged Care Facility Snowy River Hostel 60 Sports or recreation facility The Gun Club Berridale Cooma - Social Infrastructure

ID Category Name 61 Sports or recreation facility Adams Avenue Park 62 Sports or recreation facility Apex Park 63 Sports or recreation facility Aviation Pioneers and Southern Cloud Memorial 64 Sports or recreation facility Baroona Ave Park 65 Sports or recreation facility Bent Street Park 66 Sports or recreation facility Bowling Greens 67 Childcare facility or pre-school Building Blocks Childcare 68 Sports or recreation facility Centennial Park 69 Sports or recreation facility Chapman Street Community Park 70 Sports or recreation facility Cooma-Monaro Basketball Stadium 71 Sports or recreation facility Cooma Bowling Club 72 Sports or recreation facility Cooma Common and Scenic Protection Reserve 73 Community centre, hall or library Cooma Community Health Centre 74 Community centre, hall or library Cooma Ex-Services Club 75 Sports or recreation facility Cooma Festival Swimming Pool 76 Medical practices or hospital Cooma Health Service 77 Sports or recreation facility Cooma Indoor Sports Centre 78 Childcare facility or pre-school Cooma Lambie Street Pre-School 79 Community centre, hall or library Cooma Library 80 Community centre, hall or library Cooma Multi-Function Centre 81 Childcare facility or pre-school Cooma North Pre-School 82 Schoo Cooma North Public School 83 Sports or recreation facility Cooma North Shopping Centre Park 84 Sports or recreation facility Cooma Pony Club 85 School Cooma Public School 86 Sports or recreation facility Cooma Remote Control Model Aeroplane Club 87 Sports or recreation facility Cooma Rifle Range 88 Sports or recreation facility Cooma Royal Tennis Club 89 Sports or recreation facility Cooma Showground 90 Sports or recreation facility Cooma Skate Park 91 Education Facility Cooma TAFE College 92 Heritage/interpretive centre Cooma Visitors Centre 93 Childcare facility or pre-school Daisy's Child Care Centre 94 Sports or recreation facility Frank Norris Park 95 Heritage/interpretive centre Gaol Museum 96 Heritage/interpretive centre Kosciuszko Memorial 97 Sports or recreation facility Kosciuszko Park 98 Sports or recreation facility Lions Lookout 99 Sports or recreation facility Lions Park 100 Sports or recreation facility Lloyd Avenue Park 101 Sports or recreation facility Memorial Driveway Park 102 Sports or recreation facility Mittagang Road Park 103 Sports or recreation facility Monaghan Hayes Place 104 Sports or recreation facility Monaro Air Rifle Club 105 Childcare facility or pre-school Monaro Family Day Care 106 School Monaro High School 107 Aged Care Facility Monaro Retirement Villas 108 Aged Care Facility Monaro Retirement Villas 109 Sports or recreation facility Mount Gladstone Reserve 110 Sports or recreation facility Murray Street Park 111 Sports or recreation facility Namala Street Park 112 Sports or recreation facility Nannygoat Hill Reserve 113 Sports or recreation facility Netball Courts 114 Sports or recreation facility Nijong Ovals And Recreation Reserve 115 Sports or recreation facility North Ridge Reserve 116 Sports or recreation facility Ovals 117 Sports or recreation facility Park 118 Sports or recreation facility Park 119 Sports or recreation facility Pistol Range 120 Sports or recreation facility Rotary Oval 121 Sports or recreation facility Sellar Street Park 122 Aged Care Facility Sir William Hudson Memorial Centre 123 Heritage/interpretive centre Snowy Hydro Information and Education Centre 124 School Snowy Mountains Christian School 125 Sports or recreation facility Snowy Oval 126 Sports or recreation facility Southern Cloud Memorial Park 127 Sports or recreation facility Southern Cloud Park 128 Aged Care Facility Southern NSW Transitional Aged Care Service 129 School St Patrick's Parish School 130 Sports or recreation facility Tennis Courts 131 Heritage/interpretive centre The Cenotaph 132 Community centre, hall or library Ti-Tree Racecourse 133 Sports or recreation facility Vulcan Street Park 134 Sports or recreation facility Wangie Street Park 135 Aged Care Facility Yallambee Lodge 136 Sports or recreation facility Yareen Road Park Dalgety - Social Infrastructure

ID Category Name 137 Community centre, hall or library Dalgety Memorial Hall 138 School Dalgety Public School 139 Community centre, hall or library Dalgety Showground 140 Sports or recreation facility Playing Field 141 Sports or recreation facility Tennis Courts