Land Use Plan 2018
King Island Land Use Plan 2018
Draft for Consultation Foreword
King Island is rich in so many ways - our natural beauty, our abundance of flora and fauna, our clean air, our clean water, our rich pastures, our plentiful ocean surrounds, our special history and the people that make up our supportive community. King Island’s “way of life”, while difficult to define, is unique and a web of values worthy of protecting at all levels.
At this time, we have a once in a decade opportunity to set the framework and road map for our Island land use. Leveraging from what we have identified to protect and to encourage, this plan is about the future direction of what we do & build where. The deep engagement undertaken to get us to this point of sharing broadly with the community, has been invaluable in defining our values and objectives. This plan is the next step in seeking your input into defining our land use direction, with a view of sustainable development, appropriate infrastructure and a clear future direction for the Island’s land use.
This Plan has been intelligently structured by our dedicated and committed team, with maximum information in a form that is easy to interpret. We are proud to present this to the community and look forward to the productive, constructive next steps with you.
Duncan McFie Mayor King Island Council Table of Contents
Summary 2
Our 20 Year Plan 8 Why Update? 10 Purpose 12 Developing Our Plan 14 Our Integrated Plan 16 Our Unique Island 22 King Island Land Use Strategy Plan 2008 27 Informing Our Strategies 28 Co-ordinated Decisions & Implementation 30 1 How to Read this Plan 32
Strategies 36 Our Resources 38 Settlement 40 Opportunity 42 Lifestyle Choices 44 2 Heritage 46 Policies 48 Rural & Coastal Area 50 Primary Industries 52 Biodiversity 60 Infrastructure 66 Vibrant Settlements 72 Housing Choice 86 Visitor Economy 98 Scenic Values 106 Natural Hazards 112 3 Heritage 118 Summary
Integrated Plan Plan Objectives Coordinated The King Island Land Use Plan 2018 (The Decisions The Plan objectives are Provide opportunity for new economic investment supported by a Plan) was commissioned by the King Island focused on achieving the level of infrastructure provision that can respond to new demand for Council to create a road map for future use and King Island following outcomes. services. development on the Island aiming to: Land Use Plan Fostering population growth for an estimated additional 250 • inform zoning and amendments to the households, balanced with safeguarding our well-being, improving Core Values Planning Scheme; liveability, and providing lifestyle choices. • provide a basis for a coordinated approach to decision making and land use planning for the Continuing to build and diversify our economy in balance with Island; and protecting the unique attributes which retain and attract people to the Island. King Island Brand • signalling to the community and developers & Lifestyle of intended land use outcomes.
King Island’s “way of life” is highly valued and Informed Plan King Island Lifestyle cannot be replicated elsewhere.
The local strategies and policies were informed and The Island is highly regarded for its: developed from the following sources.
• spectacular produce exported to many international destinations; Local Knowledge, Data & Analysis • world-rated golf courses in a scenically The Plan is informed by attractive coastal environment; Local Currie Lighthouse & Museum Council strategies, research Knowledge, Data & Analysis State Policies • RAMSAR wetlands and diversity of bird life papers, reports and available across the Island; spatial data. This has also drawn on the wealth of local • 7000 year old calcified forests; and knowledge. 2008 Plan Core Values • iconic Cape Wickham Lighthouse. 2008 Plan Ocean Dunes Golf Course These are some of the many attributes that The Plan builds on the King contribute to the local and regional economy but Island Strategy Plan Report State Government Policies also form part of the characteristics that define the (2008 Plan) completed in King Island lifestyle. March 2008. The Plan has regard to the Resource Management and Core Values The Plan is about facilitating use and development; The concepts and principles Planning System of Tasmania from the 2008 Plan (where and relevant strategies and ensuring infrastructure provision has capacity The core values are formed appropriate) are retained in policies such as the Cradle to respond to new demand, creating liveable from those embodied in Martha Lavinia Reserve the Plan to form the common Coast Regional Land Use settlements but also offering lifestyle opportunities; existing Council policies and thread between the two Strategy. The Plan is aligned and protecting important natural assets and the strategies with a focus on land plans. with State Government land resource base. use planning. policies.
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The Plan and the Planning Process Conservation Cape areas and Wickham reserves remain Tasmanian Cradle Coast King Island King Island & Ocean Dunes protected. Planning Regional Land Land Use Interim Planning identified as focal points System Use Strategy Plan 2018 Scheme for the visitor economy and large scale tourism Maximise the development. Economic retention of residual diversity encouraged at native vegetation Sets the Objec�ves of the Provides the land use planning More specific details relevant to Use and development controls are and areas of re-growth Planning System to be integrated outcomes desired specifically King Island. This is a higher developed from state, regional and Cape Wickham. across the State. The State Policies for the Cradle Coast Region. order document that provides local policy documents. across the Island. provide specific detailed guidance the local ra�onale for zoning Higher order documents not on desired land use planning and planning scheme decisions. considered in the day-to-day outcomes. assessment of planning permit applica�ons.
Strategies & Policies The desired land use New outcomes for King Tasmanian Planning System Island are expressed CCRLUS commercial & through the strategies Core Values industrial activities Currie and policies. encouraged at the to continue to Airport & Huxley be the service centre Hill. These strategies and Strategies 1 of the Island. policies intended Our Resources 2 Se�lement to inform the 3 Opportunity Expansion of residential Planning Scheme 4 Lifestyle Choices areas focussed in and integrated into 5 Heritage Currie. the decision making The Ettrick is an area process. on the Island identified as suitable for coastal residential development. Policies The Agricultural Land Estate Next level of detail to (prime farm land on King Island) is reinforce desired outcomes identified on this map. of the Strategies
Primary Industries is reliant on this land resource. Uses supporting primary industries given priority in this Grassy and area. Naracoopa provide opportunity for infill Land Use Planning Outcomes development. The strategies and policies contained in the Plan strive to achieve the stated objectives. The diagram of the Island Operation and function of provides a summary of the outcomes advocated for King the Grassy protected. Island in the Plan.
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Council is seeking your input and feedback on the Plan. While this Community & feedback is considered highly valuable, it is acknowledged that the Stakeholder community cannot influence all aspects of the Plan. Feedback The Plan will be on exhibition during the month of October and this will be available both in electronic copy (to download) and printed formats.
There are other aspects of the Plan where there is scope to influence the policy setting. Here are some questions to consider when reviewing the Plan:
“Has the best land for agriculture been identified on the Agricultural Land Estate (King Island’s prime land)?”
“Are there areas in the Agricultural Land Estate that should not be used for processing raw products?”
“Do you agree where future residential development is identified in Currie?”
“Is ‘The Ettrick’ a suitable location for further coastal residential development?”
“Are policies facilitating commercial development at the Huxley Hill and the Airport appropriate?”
Comments on the Plan can be made in writing to the Council or through the “Have your Say” tab on Council’s website during the public consultation period.
Next Steps When consultation has concluded, the comments and feedback received will be collated and considered. Where appropriate the Plan will be modified or adjusted to reflect the feedback and comments, as much as is possible.
Following this process the next steps will be to refine the policy settings, outline implementation of the Plan and identify any specific actions for the short, medium and long term. This will identify planning scheme amendments required to integrate the local strategies and policies.
5 Summary 6 1 King Island Our 20 Year Plan
King Island is renowned for its: spectacular food such as beef, seafood & cheese sourced and produced on the Island; the two world-rated golf courses at Ocean King Island Dunes & Cape Wickham; scenic rural and is in a period coastal landscapes; and biodiversity values and people that are proud of the Island’s of growth; achievements. large scale The protection of our many unique investments attributes and the natural environment are expected remains paramount for the Island’s prosperity and future. & population
The King Island Land Use Plan (the Plan) is forecast to acknowledges our history, embraces our grow over the core values and builds a strong foundation for future use and development, placing next 3 years. the well-being of the Island’s people at the fore.
Plan Provide opportunity for new economic investment supported by a level of infrastructure provision that can respond to new demand for Objectives services.
Fostering population growth for an estimated additional 250 households, balanced with safeguarding our well-being, improving liveability, and providing lifestyle choices.
Continuing to build and diversify our economy in balance with protecting the unique attributes which retain and attract people to the Island.
7 Our 20 Year Plan 8 The Island can be divided into four physiographic units as noted by Barnes (2002).
1. Plateau Why Update? Country, highest unit, 100m above sea level.
64 Km Long Extensive central and southern area. Gentle Annie Over the last decade, since the highest point at 2006-2016 implementation of the 2008 162m. King Island Age Structure Change Plan1, there have been notable Notable changes on the Island: 2. increase in Persons over the age of 60. The Plains, • golf tourism sector flat to undulating, north commenced,&&creating 27 Km Wide of the plateau scrap a new draw card to and fringed by rim of dunes and wetlands. attract inter-state and international visitors to the Island;
• expected&&large-scale 3. investment is on the Swamps & horizon providing new Employment Status 2016 Lagoons employment opportunities; A number around the Island such as: and 200 Km + Colliers Swamp; Nook Coastline Swamp; Muddy Lagoon; • an increase in the number & Pearshape Unemployment of persons over the age of Lagoon. at 2% 60 and a workforce close to capacity. 4. Dunes Population growth is critical two major dune to the Island if new and systems; old and new. New dune expanding businesses are to forms an almost be sustainable for the long 2 continuous rim 1098 km around the Island. term. With population growth and expanding investment, Purpose of Visiting King Island however, new challenges emerge.
2015 An update of the 2008 Plan allows us to respond to 2016 changing trends, consider new Hottest Day Daily Average Mild Maritime information to make informed 37.4 12.9o to 20.6o Frost Free Climate decisions, and empowers us to January 2013 Wettest Months July & use resources wisely and shape August Golf Tourism has had a notable increase when comparing the place we live. surveys conducted by the King Island Council.
9 King Island 1 Connell Wagner (March 2008) King Island Strategy Plan Report Why Update? 10 Purpose
The Plan has been prepared to ensure the The Plan is also intended to be more straight- pathways chosen embrace our core values forward by clearly linking with the objectives of allowing King Island to remain relevant, reflect the Tasmanian Planning System and the Cradle current government policies, and enable us to Coast Regional Land Use Strategy (CCRLUS). In respond to new opportunities, innovations and doing so, the Plan is now more effective and challenges. reflective of the Tasmanian Planning Framework.
We have taken the opportunity to make the Plan The Plan builds on the 2008 Plan and embodies more visual, contemporary and easier to(use. the relevant and appropriate principles and The methodology was designed to respond to strategies into this Plan. the Purpose with the intention of achieving the local strategies and policies that underpin our core values.
11 Purpose 12 Developing Our Plan
ANALYSIS & DATA COLLECTION
METHODOLOGY Background analysis commenced with a review of the 2008 Plan. This CREATING OUR PLAN was followed by summarising our knowledge, understanding the King Island Council has engaged changes over the last decade, and consul�ng with key stakeholders. Land Use Planning Pty Ltd to review, analyse, and consult stakeholders and KNOWLEDGE Manipula�ng spa�al data to reveal emerging trends was an important the community; to develop an effec�ve part of this process. The Plan is not about re-inven�ng the wheel but plan. building on the founda�on of the 2008 Plan.
2008 STRATEGIC PLAN ENGAGEMENT
SHAPING OUR FUTURE The Plan is made available to the public, stakeholders and businesses for comment. The The Plan is endorsed by purpose which is to start the conversa�on and is an the Council for public opportunity to determine the use of our resources, exhibi�on. CONSULTATION how we should grow, and where industry and OUR FUTURE commercial uses should be located.
Concepts & Principles O�� 20 Y��� P��� There are 4 concepts and 22 This will form part of the planning principles REVIEW framework and will provide the local developed in the All feedback received is strategies and policies, guide developers, 2008 Plan. Where reviewed and considered as give certainty to King Islanders, and shape appropriate, these local knowledge is invaluable. land use outcomes through the are integrated in . implementa�on in the Planning Scheme. this Plan Strategies and policies are adjusted in light of feedback to ne tune the Plan.
13 Developing Our Plan 14 Our Integrated Plan
Protec�ng Our A�ributes Planning Scheme Council Decisions Over �me the The Plan will be Informing Our Plan Tasmanian Planning Scheme integrated into Planning Framework will be amended to day-to-day business of Spa�al data and trends reflect the desired the Council through were analysed to inform outcomes. This will implementa�on of the Plan. control future use individual specialised and development on policies to assist the Island. decision making. The Plan is developed from a wealth of knowledge and research completed.
The Plan is informed by Our Future what we have learnt over Our future is guided by our core Our Core Values the last decade from our values and are expressed in our Protec�ng land resources, many conversa�ons with strategies and policies in the Plan. the community and natural assets & stakeholders. biodiversity values. A place for people - vibrant, Our Unique Island livable and contained. There are many aspects of Island life Building housing choice that are highly valued and cannot be and affordability. replicated elsewhere. Diversifying our economy, protec�ng our A plan for the future is vital if we are transporta�on hubs. to nurture and protect our a�ributes Protec�ng our unique in order to ensure future history. sustainability.
King Island Brand & Lifestyle The Island offers a safe & relaxed lifestyle which is highly valued by its people. The abundance of excep�onal food sourced and produced from the scenic landscape and adjoining coastal waters; biodiversity values; the breathtaking landscapes and coastal environment are amongst the Island’s many unique a�ributes.
15 Our Integrated Plan 16 The people are our most important resource on the Island. They contribute to the local and regional economy, are innovative, and shape the attributes of the Island. King Island has a population of 1617. There are 656 households of which 57% comprise family and group households; 40% are lone households (Australian Bureau of Statistics). King Island offers its residents a relaxed and peaceful lifestyle. The King Island Airport provides opportunity for residents to travel to mainland Tasmania and Melbourne. This is the only means for residents to move on and off the Island and is essential for accessing a broader range of services Our Unique Island not offered in a small population centre. Recreation is an important part of Island life from walking to playing organised sport suchas football for one of the local teams. Throughout the year there is a horse racing carnival, events and festivals to be enjoyed such as the Long Table and Festival of King Island.
There are three golf courses on the Island, two are ranked in the top 24 in the world. The golf courses are in a unique coastal setting with breathtaking views and embrace the remote location of the Island.
The beef industry is a strong driver of the local and regional economy and is the Island’s biggest employer. Sheep, a small number of pigs and horses are also kept on the Island. Wallabies are an ongoing pest and eat around 50% of feed across the Island. King Island Mixed Species Abattoir is an example of King Islanders pooling their resources together. The Island has many dairy farms which supply milk to the King Island Dairy for the production of its world-famous cheese. A small bottling plant and creamery currently operates supplying the local community with milk and cream.
The fishing industry brings in an estimated 20 million into the community annually. Thefleet operates both out of Currie Harbour and the Grassy Port. Oysters are also grown at Sea Elephant River.
The RAMSAR wetlands and the rivers systems are natural attributes along with the residual native vegetation cover. Salinity can impact on the water table and on the Agricultural Land Estate (prime land). Protecting the biodiversity values are critical to the Island’s prosperity. The calcified forest is also a unique attribute. Kelping is an activity that has established itself over a long period on the Island. There are many kelp tracks around the Island that provide access to the coastline. Kelp is collected, dried and milled at Currie for export to both Australia and overseas. King Island has many qualities and This Plan is about nurturing and King Island has an array of bird species on the Island. Habitat and maximising native vegetation attributes that set us apart from protecting our key attributes retention is critical for the continuation of nesting for both migratory and non-migratory birds. other places in Tasmania. There which are vital to the Island ‘way are many aspects of Island life that of life’, empowering us to foster are highly valued and cannot be new and desired investment, and The coastline around King Island offers breathtaking views and is home to many shore birds. The replicated elsewhere. most of all assist the Island in open coastal landscape is an appealing attribute of the Island. Our coastline is also rich in mineral attracting new residents; so that resources. The Island attributes have our stories will continue to be told endowed us with many successes for years to come. and accomplishment, these have not come without challenges, The productive land resource running through the centre of the Island is lush and green most of the year. It is stunning scenery with gentle open undulating pasture. hard work or persistence. Our successes, achievements and our setbacks define the Island and tell many stories about its people. There are many iconic historic landmarks and shipwrecks on the Island; and are an attribute which shape the Island’s important history.
17 Our Unique Island 18 Cradle Coast Region Planning Framework
PLANNING SYSTEM Cradle Coast Region (CCR) The planning framework is legislated by the 2 STATE POLICIES Land Area 22,492 km . Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993 (the Act). This sets out the Objectives of the Resource Management and Protec�on of Agricultural The CCR is made up of nine councils. Planning System of Tasmania. Land Policy 2007 State Coastal Policy The regional strategies of Tasmania and State Policies build The three State Policies on the Objectives of the Act. The Act requires future State Policy on Water area focused on: planning scheme changes to be consistent with the Quality Management. . • achieving sustainable Objectives, relevant regional strategy and State Policies. King Island agriculture; 4.8% • conserva�on and protec�on of coastal 55% 87% CRADLE COAST assets; and LAND AREA KI RURAL AREA CCR RURAL AREA Our Plan must be REGIONAL • sustainable aligned with the LAND USE STRATEGY management of surface outcomes of the water. CCRLUS. The CCRLUS recognises that King Island seeks to grow Murchison Area its population. Sustainable Murchison Community plan This is a community plan providing analysis of the region’s resources and provides a summary of concerns, focus themes & Our 20 Year visions. Provides the future strategic direc�on for Plan the Island in context of the regional planning framework, Our Plan provides a strategic direc�on with the State Polices and intent of underpinning all future decisions and community plan. Murchison Area comprises: PLANNING amendments with respect to use and • Waratah-Wynyard Council; SCHEME development on the Island. • West Coast Council; • Circular Head Council; • King Island Council.
19 Planning Framework 20 Implementation Land use policies seek to: • respect the natural environment, facilitate a robust and successful regional economy, provide liveable communities and a sustainable pattern of settle- ment, and guide new use and development toward a secure and prosperous future; and Cradle Coast Regional Land Use • provide a coordinated approach to future actions and initiatives related to the growth and development of the Region. Strategy
Wise Use of Resources
Land use policies seek to: The ‘Living on the Coast – Cradle Coast Regional The key land use outcomes sought by the CCRLUS • Safeguard the life supporting properties of air, water and land; Land Use Framework’ was declared by the through its strategies and policies under these • provide sustainable access to natural resources and assets in support of Minister for Planning in October 2011. Part headings is summarised in the adjoining table. human activity and economic prosperity; C of this document contains the Cradle Coast • recognises and respects natural and cultural heritage; and Regional Land Use Strategy 2010-2030 (CCRLUS). The symbol the left hand column of the table • promotes the optimum use of land and resources. can be found throughout this document and is The CCRLUS recognises that sustainable land use intended to connect local strategies and policies planning is at the core, giving the community back to the regional context. Economic Activity the ability to capture and respond to economic Land use policies seek to: opportunities. The local strategies and policies must be • achieve prosperity and liveability of the Cradle Coast Region through consistent with the CCRLUS, although the Island economically, socially and environmentally sustainable development; This document sets the scene for the Region, is unique and can be differentiated from the rest • promote use and development which maximises the Region’s economic articulating land use planning outcomes with of the Region. potential in key sectors with deep capacity and potential for sustained respect to: growth and economic return or a clear strategic advantage; and • Implementation; • improve the social and environmental sustainability of the State and region- • Wise Use of Resources; al economy by allowing economic development and employment oppor- • Economic Activity; tunities in a range of locations while respecting the link between a healthy • Places for People; and Places for People • Planned Provision for Infrastructure. Land use policies seek to: • facilitate growth and development of centres is contained to create functional places which optimise use of land and infrastructure services and CCRLUS Outcomes & Core Values minimise adverse impact on resources of identified economic, natural or cultural value; The land use outcomes sought by the CCRLUS are reinforced by the core values. These are: • provide for a land supply that matches the need and there is a balance of infill development; and • Primary Industries Protect primary industries from conflicting uses. • provide a healthy, pleasant and safe place in which to live, work and visit. • Biodiversity, coastal Minimise vegetation clearance; Conserve and protect natural processes processes & natural and assets. assets Provision for Infrastructure • Settlements Contained and compact settlements, reinforcing the roles of Currie, Grassy and Naracoopa. Land use policies seek to: • Air & Sea Protect the use and function of the Island’s ports and airport. • prioritise optimum use of existing infrastructure over provision of new or Transportation expanded services; and • protects the function, capacity and security of existing and planned infra- • Industry Provide an available supply of land for industrial and commercial structure corridors, facilities and sites. activities. • Visitor Economy Promote the visitor economy in locations that does not fetter primary industries or diminish the natural and heritage values of the Island. • Heritage Protect and conserve the heritage values on the Island.
21 Cradle Coast Regional Land Use Strategy 22 Informing Our Strategies
2008 Plan Our Core Values are derived from the 2008 Plan, and the strategies and visions embodied in our many reports and documents prepared by Council. This has The 2008 Plan developed 4 main sustainable translated into five main themes on which the strategies have been developed. Sustainable planning concepts and 22 principles which shaped our objectives, policies, and actions CORE VALUES Planning to deliver our vision.
Concepts The planning concepts and principles from 2008 are retained where appropriate and Our Resources & Principles are intended to form the common thread between 2008 and 2018. The 4 main 1 PROTECTING LAND RESOURCES, concepts from 2008 are outlined below and NATURAL ASSETS & BIODIVERSITY VALUES appropriate for inclusion in this Plan. Se�lements “Sustainable development meets the needs of the 2 A PLACE FOR PEOPLE - present without compromising the ability for future VIBRANT, LIVABLE & CONTAINED generations to meet their own needs.”Brundtland Report, Our Common Future 1987. Opportunity 3 DIVERSIFYING OUR ECONOMY, PROTECTING OUR TRANSPORTATION HUBS Appropriate Managing the management of environmental the type, scale consequences of and location of new development Lifestyle Choices future growth to (land use, resource 4 achieve an effi cient allocation and HOUSING DIVERSITY AND CHOICE urban form and consequential development impacts) for the long pattern for the term future. island. Heritage 5
Manage OUR UNIQUE HISTORY Growth Enhance Environment
Provision of Balancing the services to requirements of achieve the best the population possible use and growth to the efficiency from provision of existi ng and new services and the services in order potential for to achieve a additional growth sustainable long for the long term STRATEGIES term outcome. future. Shaping Land Use Pa�erns, Balance Services Integrate Social Change Overcoming challenges and Embracing opportuni�es
23 King Island Land Use Strategy Plan 2008 Informing Our Strategies 24 Co-ordinated Decisions & Implementation
10 year Community Long Term (10yrs) Strategic Asset Strategic Plan Financial Plan & Management (s68 Local Government Act) Strategy Strategy & Policy
Council reviews Plan
aligned every 4 yrs Council policies Community aligned
Strategic Asset
All strategies & plans All strategies Annual Plan Annual Budget Management Plan Annual Report 10 yrs
Risk Management Strategies, Policies & Plans King Island Strategic Framework
Council’s Long Term Strategic Plan
King Island Asset Risk Financial Land Use Management Management Strategy Strategy Strategy Plan 2018 The local strategies and policies and policies are reflected and will stand alone unless integrated integrated into the Long Term into the decision making process. Strategic Plan. Township Airport Facili�es Safety Enviornmental Waste Annual Report Annual Plan Master Plan Masteer Plan Management Management Management Management Plan Plan Plan Plan Use and development will not be The policies and strategies will assessed against these strategies be implemented through a The Council’s Long Term Strategic Plan demonstrates that the Plan will be integrated into and policies but will provide the series of actions. The actions the Long Term Strategic Plan for Council. The various documents underpin Council’s future rationale for changing zoning in will identify areas where policies decisions. the Planning Scheme or writing can be reinforced or where new use and development perhaps further detail is required controls that are relevant to King to achieve specific use and Island. development outcomes.
To add weight to these policies, it is important that these strategies
25 Co-ordinated Decisions & Implementation 26 This identifies This identifies the the relevant relevant theme to CCRLUS strategies & which the strategies policies reinforced by apply. How to Read this Plan the local strategies. The Plan articulates local strategies and policies which reinforce the objectives and thecore values outlined earlier in this document. The local policies provide further detail on achieving the intended land use outcomes of the strategies. The strategies and policies are supported by the local context providing a rationale for the approach adopted.
The Agricultural Land 1 1 Estate (prime farm land Policies on King Island� is iden� fi ed on this map. Primary Industries 3 A range of uses can be considered in this area providing that this does not fe� er agricultural land or Our Resources take land permanently out of produc� on. CCRLUS P1 P2 P3 P4 Wise Use of Resources Protect primary Agriculture is the Prevent uses from Continue access to Economic Protecting Land Resources, industries and dominant land use in establishing within coastal tracks around Ac� vity activities from the Agricultural Land the Agricultural the Island. Natural Assets & Biodiversity Values incompatible land Estate. Land Estate where uses. this results in permanent loss of S1 S2 the resource base. P5 P6 P7 P8 Primary industries to remain the dominant New investment facilitated where this value adds use in the rural area of the Island. to primary industries. Protect the Rationalise and Kelping and Potential mineral function and order recreation processing of resources are S3 S4 purpose of the and community kelp to continue regarded and wharf at the uses at the without considered in Currie Harbour Currie Harbour interference future use and Maintain and protect natural assets and Diversify ma�or tourist facili� es in con�unc� on for commercial to allow these to from use and development. biodiversity values and promote healthy land with Cape Wickham and Ocean Dunes golf courses fishing activities. co-exist where development. systems. where this can co-exist with primary industries. this does not interfere with S5 S6 the function and operation Mineral resources remain available for Opportunity for sustainable tourism development with the wharf extrac� on and are a protected resource. in the rural area through: and associated commercial • protec� ng and promo� ng development fishing activities. S7 �uali� es that retain important natural and biodiversity values; P9 P10 P11 P12 Infrastructure systems have capacity to • loca� ng outside of the Agricultural Land service demand for exis� ng and new Estate; Facilitate new Resource Residential use Encourage investment ac� vi� es. • being respec� ul of coastal processes and rural investment processing located within existing land systems and loca� ng outside of coastal AK Consultants provided their exper� se with and activities (not reliant the Agricultural housing stock erosion areas or nes� ng of shore birds; and iden� fying the Agricultural Estate that support on mineral Land Estate be (surplus to farm • managing natural hazards to protect life and of the Island. and maintain extraction) in conjunction requirements property. the economic be focussed with a primary to be reused �he spa� al analysis undertaken focussed value of primary in area with industry use. if appropriate on key areas subject to development industries on the access to road separation can pressure through the rural area. Development pressure, however, is Island. infrastructure be achieved with mostly experienced in the coastal and services. adjoining primary belt of the Island. industry activities. 24 Our Resources 25
55 Primary Industries 56
Links the policies to the attributes These connect being protected. These are the specific the policies back to strategies intended to Maps are used to These are the land use the relevant strategic achieve the objectives of the sometimes provide policies that provide detail themes. Plan and the expressed core spatial context to which to the strategies. values. policies apply. The policies are numbered Strategies are numbered as to to be easily identifiable. be easily identifiable.
27 How to Read this Plan 28 History
1859 First Victoria - 1861 Tasmania telegraphic cable by way of King 1920 50 new soldier 1988 Nature reserves Island laid. Cape se� lement farms. created at Lavinia and Seal Rocks. Wickham Lighthouse 1933 Aerodrome opened. built. 1990 Scheelite mine closes. Currie Je� y 1878 First a� empts 1942 Currie had an 2017 �at Group Aba� oir at commercial area school rebuilt and Grassy Wharf modifi ed. Applica� on approved agriculture and farm. Aerodrome and challenged dairying destroyed. 1997 Anglican church in the Resource 1880 Currie Lighthouse 1946 Addi� onal soldier destroyed by fi re. Management and began opera� ng se� lements - 200 Currie’s town water Planning Appeal farms (20,000 supply chlorinated Tribunal. 1888 King Island opened hectares) up for se� lement & King Island 2016 Two new golf courses land selec� on 1952 Diesel power Natural Resource opened sta� on at Currie Management 2012 Aba� oir shut down begins opera� on. formed. Lighthouse built at by JBS Swi� stokes point. 1998 Wind farm pilot 2011 Cape Wickham scheme offi cially Lighthouse 1957 High School opened. established 1800 1850 1900 1920 1960 1990 2000 2010
1801 Captain John Black & 1900 Currie township site 1963 King Island (roll 2005 Currie Sewerage The Harbinger named surveyed. First land on-roll off ship) built Wetlands Treatment King Island sales. 1964 Town water and Plant commissioned. sewerage service for 1825 Van Dieman’s Land 1905 The Record (fi rst 2007 ADSL introduced. proclaimed newspaper) began Currie. Parer’s Hotel publica� on burnt down. 1836 Captain M. Laing Naracoopa Ru� le Smith leased 1908 King Island’s fi rst 1968 the island and Municipal Council Mine began established a home & mee� ng opera� on farm at Yellow Rock Construc� on of 1910 Popula� on of 778 1970 breakwater for new 1838 Voyage of the Beagle at Currie. Library, (Charles Darwin) shops, government Grassy Port. Currie nderstanding our history explored west coast built school. Land to Grassy Road U reformed and sealed. boom is an i�portant �onsidera� on All mining becomes 1915 Marine Board 1974 established. King underground. for preparing a plan for the Island Scheelite 1984 Currie Lighthouse Development Co decommissioned. future. formed. Courier began publica� on. 1916 Naracoopa Je� y built. Town Hall & Council 1986 New power sta� on offi ces built at Currie. opened. 22 History 23
29 History 30 2 Strategies The strategies are high level statements to guide future use and development with the purpose of achieving the objectives of the Plan.
1. Our Resources
2. Settlement
3. Opportunity
4. Lifestyle Choices
5. Heritage
31 Strategies 32 1 Our Resources CCRLUS
Wise Use of Resources
Economic Protecting Land Resources, Activity Natural Assets & Biodiversity Values
S1 S2
Primary industries to remain the dominant New investment facilitated where this value adds use in the rural area of the Island. to primary industries.
S3 S4
Maintain and protect natural assets and Diversify major tourist facilities in conjunction biodiversity values and promote healthy land with Cape Wickham and Ocean Dunes golf courses systems. where this can co-exist with primary industries.
S5 S6
Mineral resources remain available for Opportunity for sustainable tourism development extraction and are a protected resource. in the rural area through:
• protecting and promoting development S7 qualities that retain important natural and biodiversity values; Infrastructure systems have capacity to • locating outside of the Agricultural Land service demand for existing and new Estate; investment activities. • being respectful of coastal processes and rural land systems and locating outside of coastal erosion areas or nesting of shore birds; and • managing natural hazards to protect life and property.
33 Our Resources 34 2
CCRLUS Settlement
Economic Activity
Places for People A Place for People - Provision of Infrastructure Vibrant, Liveable & Contained
S8 S9
Strengthen the Currie settlement as the Diversify and deliver new services and facilities primary service centre of the Island. that promote health and well-being of the King Island community.
S10 S11
Define the boundaries of Currie, Grassy Provide new opportunities for zoned residential and Naracoopa to promote compact land that enables provision of housing choice and and contained settlements, focussing on affordability. walkability and placemaking.
S12 S13
Allow expansion of mixed use development Locate industrial activities in appropriately zoned adjacent to the business centre of Currie areas where attenuation can be achieved with by permitting offices and other low-impact sensitive uses. employment activities to locate on sites in residential areas.
S14 S15
The Currie Harbour purpose and function is Manage the interface between primary industries, protected for continued use by the fishing natural assets and settlements of Currie, Grassy industry. and Naracoopa.
35 Settlement 36 3
CCRLUS Opportunity
Economic Activity
Places for People
Provision of Diversifying our Economy Infrastructure Protecting our Transportation Hubs
S16 S17
Implementation of a planning framework Encourage large scale investment to locate in the supporting innovation and diversifying the southern sector of the Island on sites connected to economy. road infrastructure linking to the Grassy Port and King Island Airport.
S18 S19
The King Island Airport is supported by Airport and port facilities are supported by commercial and industrial uses that allow the commercial and industrial development uses that transportation hub to diversify and value add do not interfere with their function and operation. to freight and passenger services.
S20 S21
Allow development in the rural area Facilitate tourism, education facilities, resource outside of the Agricultural Land Estate that processing and investment to the Island by diversifies and provides for non-agricultural providing appropriately zoned and serviced land. opportunities.
37 Opportunity 38 4
CCRLUS Lifestyle Choices
Economic Activity
Places for People
Provision of Housing Diversity, Affordability Infrastructure & Choice
S22 S23
Provide a diverse range of housing choice to Promote and define an area to facilitate rural living meet the changing household needs on the development in a coastal setting. Island.
S24 S25
Multiple dwellings and higher density Promote adaptable housing principles in all new development focussed in walking distances to construction. services and facilities within settlements.
S26
Rural residential development controlled and regulated.
39 Lifestyle Choices 40 5 Heritage CCRLUS
Economic Activity
Places for People Our Unique History
S27
Encourage the adaptive reuse of heritage places and buildings on the Island.
S28
Heritage places and areas identified on the Island for their conservation.
41 Heritage 42 3 Policies
The policies build on the strategies, providing the next level of detail for achieving the objectives of the Plan.
1. Primary Industries
2. Biodiversity
3. Infrastructure
4. Vibrant Settlements
5. Housing Choice
6. Visitor Economy
7. Scenic Values
8. Natural Hazards
9. Heritage
43 Policies 44 Context 1 Rural Area Facts Businesses by Industry Rural & Coastal Area 3 The rural & coastal area comprises a multifaceted dynamic land unit. 3x more than Tasmania Agriculture, fishing, mining, and forestry uses all feature in this 40.7% landscape. Of these activities, of the agriculture is the dominant land use population live in and is most reliant on this resource the rural area 50% + base for its productivity. Resource processing facilities are an integral part of primary industries and the rural landscape. This is value adding and supports local producers. Gross Regional Product 302 Gross Regional Product Rural & Coastal Land Area Houses $140 Million Rural & Coastal Land Area Complex coastal systems and Coastal Area biodiversity values are also key attributes in this area. of all 11% 35% 30% 2% Settlements housing stock A broad range of non-agricultural uses is located in the Rural Around are also found such as recreation, rural area 55% of the tourism, residential, & utilities. Agricultural Gross $42 million rural area is 87% utilised for Fishing, Hunting & Trapping $7.8 million grazing. Our challenges will be to:
Rural Enviornmental Management Settlement & Other • protect and use our land King Island’s Agricultural Agriculture is the dominant resources wisely; Agricultural Output 2015/16 Output 2015/2016 land use in the rural and • implement sustainable land coastal area of the Island. management practices as these play a critical role in the continuation of a viable land 40,000 Increasingly non-agricultural resource; and land uses are seeking head of cattle • facilitate new opportunities for produced per year Slaughtering 86.2% landholdings outside of use and development but not at Milk Production 10.2% settlements. the cost of compromising primary production, diminishing our land resource and compromising our Agriculture underpins the ‘King Island This can fetter productive natural assets. Brand’ and Island’s economy. agricultural land and can also interfere with fishing, The importance of primary industries is signified by the fact it provides 26.5% forestry and mining. of the employment on the Island (.id) Continuation of these Kelping Reserves Port The proportion of jobs in this industry industries is paramount as is 3 times higher when compared with Crayfish, Abalone these form an integral part Oysters & Kelp the Cradle Coast Region and nearly 5 sourced from King times higher when compared with the of the economy’s engine. Island Waters rest of Tasmania (.id the population Agriculture Recreation Energy Production Airport experts). 45 Rural & Coastal Area 46 Context 1 Primary Industries 3
WORKING KELPING LANDSCAPE
Grazing can generate undesired impacts on adjoining land uses through: • truck movements generated from transporting cattle; • cattle crossing public roads in order to move them to a different pasture or drier ground; The Island has a long history of • tractor and/or animal noise kelping with many members of from feeding cattle during the community participating in King Island the winter months; and this industry. Kelp harvesting Dairy • shooting of vermin to main- is a seasonal industry and can Mineral Sand tain&pasture productivity experience high freight costs. Mining (Macquarie and animal health Kelp Franklin Pty Ltd, February 2017). Processing These impacts must be considered WORKFORCE in our policies. Beef Abattoir Ability to attract skilled trades King Island (not constructed and and contractors is key to Multi Species planning permit not sustaining our industries. Cost Abattoir. resolved) FARM of living and available rental TO TABLE accommodation is an important factor in retaining and attracting The The inability to process livestock new skilled labour. coastal belt impacts on the ‘Brand’ which is often utilised prides itself on locally produced Housing policies & creating for grazing and is and processed foods. vibrant places to live can attract <1% of Rural important to primary Area allocated Scheelite producers during the new permanent residents. Mine Freight and shipping cost also to Resource wetter months of the Processing year. impact on farm operations and their profitability (Legislative Council Government Administration Committee “A”, RESOURCE Parliament of Tasmania, 2017). PROCESSING • large sites are available and and road; and Beef To overcome freight challenges buffers to minimise impact • convenient access to a Cattle are a planning policy response is Resource processing is best located on sensitive uses can be resource or a product. in areas that strategically support achieved; the dominant herd. required allowing processing Dairy herds, sheep, primary industries. Rural areas are • there is an available These facilities, other than kelp facilities to establish in chickens, horses pigs usually desired for this purpose workforce; processing, are located outside of conjunction with primary & llamas also graze where: • convenient and available the settlements in the area zoned the rural & coastal industries in the rural area. access to transport infra- rural. Policies support resource areas. structure including sea, air processing in the rural area. 47 Primary Industries 48 The Currie 1 Harbour Tourist Context Facilities Zone sits immediately behind the Currie Primary Industries 3 Harbour. Visitor accommodation is permitted in the zone but requires careful management. Houses are scattered across the rural area. HOUSES 41 % of houses Approximately one third of all on lots with areas dwelling stock is located within <10ha. the rural area. This is at least 1.5 times higher than many other council areas in the Cradle Coast Region (CCRLUS).
Houses are scattered across the rural area and often clustered together with sheds and farm buildings.
Houses located on lots less than 5 ha are usually residential uses Currie Harbour separate from agriculture. While there The local fishing fleet is based at is opportunity for Currie and Grassy. Both Currie Harbour The location of houses in the improved open space and Grassy Port provide sheltered landscape generally follows a linkages around the Currie anchorage for fishing boats. linear formation along the road Harbour, traffic generated to network. and from the Harbour must The Rock Lobster fishing fleet mostly operates out of Currie Harbour be managed not to conflict although boats are also moored at with the operation of Grassy. the wharf. Amalgamation The Currie Harbour comprises a mix of Farms of uses within this precinct. The Currie Lighthouse is situated at the edge of the harbour. Events are held at the The amalgamation of farm properties harbour and often used for passive can mean that houses in the rural recreation. These can co-exist with the area, once part of a smaller farm, fishing industry but must be managed. become surplus to requirements. The small titles is reflective of the Also the fishing fleet often leaves in the allocation of soldier settlements. very early hours of the morning and this can result in conflict with adjoining The shortage of housing stock on uses such as houses and visitor the Island is critical. A policy balance accommodation. While development must be found to encourage these does not need to be prohibited, buildings to be reused without management and education is further fragmenting the land base. paramount to ensure the Harbour can continue operating.
49 Primary Industries 50 The Agricultural Land 1 Estate (prime farm land Policies on King Island) is identified on this map. Primary Industries 3 A range of uses can be considered in this area providing that this does not fetter agricultural land or take land permanently out of production.
P1 P2 P3 P4
Protect primary Agriculture is the Prevent uses from Continue access to industries and dominant land use in establishing within coastal tracks around activities from the Agricultural Land the Agricultural the Island. incompatible land Estate. Land Estate where uses. this results in permanent loss of the resource base. P5 P6 P7 P8
Protect the Rationalise and Kelping and Potential mineral function and order recreation processing of resources are purpose of the and community kelp to continue regarded and wharf at the uses at the without considered in Currie Harbour Currie Harbour interference future use and for commercial to allow these to from use and development. fishing activities. co-exist where development. this does not interfere with the function and operation with the wharf and associated commercial fishing activities.
P9 P10 P11 P12
Facilitate new Resource Residential use Encourage investment processing located within existing AK Consultants provided their expertise with and activities (not reliant the Agricultural housing stock identifying the Agricultural Estate that support on mineral Land Estate be (surplus to farm of the Island. and maintain extraction) in conjunction requirements the economic be focussed with a primary to be reused The spatial analysis undertaken focussed value of primary in area with industry use. if appropriate on key areas subject to development industries on the access to road separation can pressure through the rural area. Development pressure, however, is Island. infrastructure be achieved with mostly experienced in the coastal and services. adjoining primary belt of the Island. industry activities.
51 Primary Industries 52 Policies 1 Primary Industries 3
This area is identified as having many advantages for processing raw product. This area offers large sites with: • access to the sealed road network and water; • closely located to the settlements and workforce;& • on route to the Grassy Port & King Island Airport. This area is indicative only and is intended to highlight areas that may be suitable for future resource processing.
53 Primary Industries 54 Context 1 Sea Elephant Pass River Biodiversity 70 The natural assets and the 2 State Reserves scenic landscape form important Land Area Facts 10 Conservation attributes of the Island. These Areas are highly valued by King Islanders 8 Nature Reserves but are also one of the many reasons that attracts visitors (King Egg Lagoon Creek Island Council , May 20017). 0.4% The beaches and conservation areas provide a serene setting Conservation making a visit to the Island a truly Area secluded and enjoyable escape. Yellow Rock River Historical land practices during the early settlement of the Island dramatically transformed the landscape due to the removal of native vegetation to create pastures and grazing land. 6.4% RAMSAR Sea Elephant River It is estimated that since Wetlands settlement of the Island, ‘70% Porky Creek of native vegetation has been destroyed by fire or through clearing to support the beef and dairy industries’(King Island Natural Resource Management Group, 2010, p. 8).
Seal Protection and conservation of Rocks native vegetation is paramount 1.1% Conservation for future biodiversity of the Timber Yarra Creek Area Island and rejuvenation of our Production Seal Ettrick River Rocks land management systems. State Reserve
Calcified Forest Seal Rocks
Seal River
3.8% Native vegetation Private clearance impacts Reserves on the water quality on rivers, creeks and streams. Martha Lavinia Reserve
55 Biodiversity 56 The King Island Scrubtit Context 1 has fallen to fewer than 50. This has declined from an estimated population of 200 birds in Rural and Biodiversity 2006. coastal areas are substantially Unlocking the These birds rely on old-growth wet modified farming swamp paperbark forest, and landscapes where Challenges dense understorey is also existing land uses important. and significant Protection and conservation of native environmental vegetation is paramount for future values are biodiversity of the Island. New different development can result in vegetation from those clearance as a consequence of in designated bushfire management. conservation areas. Overall the Plan strives to maintain, protect and strengthen: Encouraging the retention and • viable and healthy populations rejuvenation of of all priority flora and fauna native vegetation species; and across the landscape can • integrity of coastal areas and bring many habitat of threatened resident benefits for and migratory shorebirds; and biodiversity values such as increasing • management of water resource the contiguous to meet the needs of primary vegetation cover industries and the Island’s and combating population. salinity issues.
NATIVE VEGETATION CLEARANCE • Mineral Resource Development Act 1995; Vegetation clearing sits within a significant and body of legislation across the three tiers of • Land Use Planning and Approvals Act 1993. government as well as independent and inter- national conventions. The legislation concerning The Tasmanian planning system is intended native vegetation clearance is embodied in: to provide support to this existing body of The King Island Brown legislation, within the context of development. Thornbill is critically • Environment Protection and Biodiversity and endangered. The Thornbill Conservation Act 1999; This is particularly important where legislation relies on eucalypt woodland • Threatened Species Act 1993; at a Commonwealth or State level is triggered, and also dense understorey • Forest Practices Act 1993 (and associated as these sites cannot exist in isolation, but are vegetation. Code); reliant on relationships with the surrounding • Nature Conservation Act 2002; environment for their own health.
57 Biodiversity 58 Policies 1 Biodiversity
P11 P12 P13 P14
Support the Encourage connected Minimise the loss Public open spaces enhancement of and complementary of native vegetation and reserves biodiversity across landscapes adjacent cover and other landscaped with local the Island through to conservation biodiversity values indigenous species. re-vegetation with areas and reserves along waterways and local indigenous by encouraging land adjacent to the plant species along re-vegetation of RAMSAR wetlands or waterways and open adjoining properties other conservation spaces. with local indigenous areas. species. P15 P16 P17
Protect coastal Apply zoning to Development located land systems and areas adjacent on areas that are biodiversity values to conservation free from priority through restricting areas and RAMSAR habitat and native development where wetlands to achieve vegetation. habitats are highly mutual benefit sensitive. for productive agricultural land and biodiversity values.
Martha Lavinia Reserve
59 Biodiversity 60 Major Context 1 Infrastructure Assets Infrastructure 3 Air & Sea Transportation
King Island Airport The King Island Airport and the Grassy Port are critical to exports and the visitor economy.
The Airport provides access to the Island for visitors but also provides residents with capacity to travel to mainland Tasmania or the other Currie Harbour Australian states. An estimated 5000 visitors per year arrive on the Island via chartered flights (King Island Council, May The King Island Airport Master Plan 2018 was recently 2017). completed in July 2018 prepared by Aviation Projects. The Master Plan provides a guide for the overall operation and The Airport is vital public management of the airport. The King Island Airport has infrastructure fundamental to two crossing run-ways and a third runway that was recently continued tourism growth and Power Station decommissioned. freight. The Airport contains a single sealed aircraft parking apron, The growing demands on this a passenger terminal (refurbished in 2014-2015) and an infrastructure and its capacity is Aero Club hangar with an unsealed apron. On the land side an important consideration for there are several Council owned facilities leased to various developing the Plan. tenants, a building reserved for the Royal Flying Doctor Service and several car parks. The Grassy Port is another Wind Turbines critical component of the Island’s The Master Plan sets out an implementation plan for infrastructure. The port provides the short to long term. Policies must be aligned with the opportunity to export and import implementation plan to ensure that incompatible land uses goods and services to the Island, are not established adjacent or within the confines of the life stock, plant and equipment for airport. construction, and bulky goods.
Grassy Port Fuel |Bulky Goods|Food|Materials|Equipment|Feed|Fertiliser Import Livestock|Kelp|Water|Cheese|Beef|Seafood|Wallaby Products Export
61 Infrastructure 62 Context 1 Infrastructure 3
Length of Roads Power Generation
Unsealed
Rural The King Island Advanced Hybrid Sealed Power Station provides a reliable Rural 50% + power supply to industries, other Unsealed Businesses Urban commercial and retail activities, Sealed 3x more
Urban than Tasmania community facilities and residential 0 100 200 300 400 uses.
The King Island Renewable Energy Integration project is located at Roads Huxley Hill, east of the Currie Township. King Island has an established road network connecting settlements, ports Power is generated from wind, and Cape Wickham. solar and biodiesel. Hydro Tasmania estimated that 1000 hours of power North Road and Grassy Road are the was provided from renewable energy primary roads which connect the most sources in the 2017/2018 financial northern point of the island to the Grassy year. Port.
A series of local roads and vehicle tracks provide access across the island. Serviced Land Currie and Grassy are the only serviced areas on the Island for sewer and water.
Any development outside of these areas is reliant on either bore or dam water, water tanks and onsite wastewater management.
Recently 30km of new water pipeline started to be constructed between Currie and Grassy. This will improve potable water supplies to these two townships.
Power Station & Wind Farm Serviced Area of Currie Serviced Area of Grassy
63 Infrastructure 64 Policies 1 Infrastructure 3
P19 P20 P21 P22
Allow diversification Land area is zoned Continue to build Sewer, water and of land uses on and set aside for and invest in road expanded to and adjoining land future expansion of energy production support residential, to the King Island the airport. infrastructure to business and Airport,providing this supply use and industrial activities. does not interfere development with with the function power sourced from and operation of the 100% renewable airport. energy. P23
Efficient use of road infrastructure and services.
King Island Airport
65 Infrastructure 66 Netherby Road IGA / Foodworks King Island Golf Course Context 2 3
Ocean Dunes Hotel Vibrant Settlements 4 5 Edward Street
Harbour Currie Lighthouse
Currie Three Main Settlements Currie
Grassy Currie is the main service centre for the Grassy Harbour Road Island and is the largest settlement in Portside Links terms of population. Scheelite Mine Grassy
Grassy is home to the Grassy Port and was founded when the Scheelite mine Grassy Port established in the early 1900s. Grassy is home to 139 (2016 ABS Census) residents.
Grassy Naracoopa
Naracoopa is a quiet coastal settlement on the east coast of the Island and is the smallest of the three. Naracoopa is home to less than 70 residents.
Rocky Glen Linear settlement pattern along the Esplanade Our policies for settlements are designed • promoting appropriate separation between to respond to creating vibrant, liveable and activities that have potential to impact on integrated places to live through: lifestyle; Recreation Reserve • encouraging diverse economic activity • improving connectivity between residential intermixed with social facilities appropriate growth areas, community facilities and the to the settlement size; business area; and
• a land use pattern that promotes quality • supporting a network of connected open Naracoopa urban design with a strong emphasis on spaces and adaptable recreation areas walkability and placemaking; providing opportunity for events.
67 Vibrant Settlements 68 Context 2 3 Bicentennial Park forms part of 4 5 the open space Vibrant Settlement network of Currie. Walking tracks have been developed on Currie an ad hoc basis. General Business Area Currie, located on the east coast of the Island, is approximately 8km Meech Street south of the King Island Airport. Reserve is a play space and skate Currie is the primary service centre park adjacent to Airport on the Island. The settlement the library. comprises a range of activities including health, retail, commercial, visitor accommodation and food Main Street is services. the focal point for commercial The King Island District Regional and retail High School and the King Island activities such as District Hospital and Health Centre supermarkets, are both located in Currie. post office, accommodation, The Currie Harbour is located in restaurants, a short walking distance from the bakery, general business area and is an hardware store active port. & professional services. Currie Recreation Ground Within the general business area there are limited buildings available for new business 47% 82% of houses activities. of the population reside in Currie 422 in the General Often, new Residential Zone professional Houses services and businesses are forced to consider Building Height properties within Buildings in the This western side of Main Street can support the residential general business area do building heights up to 4 storeys given the areas. not exceed a maximum height of 10m. Ocean Dunes Hotel is hillside located behind these buildings. amongst the tallest buildings in the general Buildings in the general business area, business area. especially lots directly adjoining the general residential zone should not exceed 3 storeys unless impacts on adjoining sensitive uses can be appropriately mitigated. 69 Vibrant Settlements 70 The settlement Context 2 3 extends in a linear formation The area east of along Main Street north of the Main Street Fraser Road intersection. is located at Vibrant Settlement 4 5 the interface Elongated settlement patterns along roads between are counter productive to building a vibrant productive settlement and can also place additional land and the Commercial demand on infrastructure provision. settlement. and industrial uses Intensification have historically developed Policies move away from this approach of residential in an ad hoc manner. These uses and towards building a compact and development in are scattered across the settlement contained settlement. this location is and in most cases are located adjacent not encouraged. to residential uses. This area should be retained as a Appropriate zoned areas are required buffer between to direct new industrial and residential uses commercial uses in planned and agriculture. locations with supported infrastructure.
Land adjoining King Island the hospital and the school is within the area of the settlement which could be serviced by sewer and water.
This area presents an opportunity for Area suited to mixed uses. a growth and is a desirable location given that is <1km from the general business area. This location could be suited for unit 900m development or assisted housing.
The Kelp The policies Processing Facility and focus on improving associated industry is a long Currie walking and cycling through standing Island tradition and is outside a pedestrian network connecting of the Light Industry Zone. open space, coastal area, Infrastructure investment recreation facilities, business and This land zoned for industrial use is only and new development should residential areas. partially developed for this purpose due to focus on improving pedestrian poor servicing and contamination issues. linkages between the school, The Township Master Plan The land also abuts the residential the hospital and the general Vacant land is scattered throughout Currie. reinforces this policy. area. business area. Policies promote consolidation and infill development to bring the focus of the settlement back to its centre.
71 Vibrant Settlements 72 Context 2 3 Vibrant Settlement 4 5
New non-residential development Continuation of an ad hoc approach could achieve separation from to industrial and commercial residential uses. Industrial & Commercial Power activities in the Currie settlement is Station Precincts not a sustainable land use pattern. Policies advocate for appropriate separation between uses that are likely to have off-site impacts on their neighbours. Recognising the importance of new investment, two alternative sites are strategically selected outside of Currie to provide for this opportunity. The selected locations have minimal houses A large around them and have strong proportion of the area transportation linkages. around the airport forms part of the Agricultural Land Estate. AK&Consultants provided advice on conversion of adjoining land on agricultural activities. The policies are consistent with this advice. Airport Run-ways
Huxley Hill The land area south of the King Island Airport Airport Former is suited to commercial and buildings, car UHT Plant is industrial type activities. This park and road earmarked for includes the site containing the closed access. redevelopment. abattoir.
Policies promote an industrial precinct The policies encourage adjacent to the airport. The Airport new industrial precinct within King Island Master Plan promotes activities that the shaded area. There is Multi Species Abattoir can co-exist with the operation of opportunity to link this land Huxley Hill the airport. area to Currie via Rifle Wind Turbines King Island Airport Range Road and Grassy Road.
73 Vibrant Settlements 74 Ballarat Clarendon Context 2 3 College Campus Vibrant Settlement 4 5
Grassy is located approximately 34 kilometres Ballarat Clarendon College site and an indoor south-east of Currie. The settlement founded swimming pool, a local shop is the only retail use in response to the Scheelite mine that operated within the township to service the day to day from 1917 and on and off until the 1990s. needs of residents.
The open cut methods of the mine completely Detached housing on single lots is the ceased by October 1974 with mining continuing predominant form of housing. Houses 3km north of the open cut at Dolphin. By the constructed during the mining boom have fallen Residential 1970’s, Grassy was a thriving township with in a state of disrepair and there is opportunity for is the dominant a population of approximately 700 people. these buildings to be redeveloped. land use in Grassy. Operations of the mine closed in 1990 after Residential uses are which the site was rehabilitated. Grassy is also home to the primary Port, detached houses on exporting and importing goods to and from the traditional sized lots. There is potential for Scheelite mine to Island. The Port is located on the lower slopes Policies are focussed on recommence. This will be dependent on tungsten of the coast, approximately 1.3km south of the infill development for prices on the global market (King Island Scheelite Grassy township. The Scheelite open cut mine residential use. Mine). sits between the Grassy Port and the settlement.
The once thriving township had a population of Scheelite Mine 700 which has now diminished to an estimated 139 people. While Grassy remains the home of Portside Links the Grassy Football Club and sports ground, the contains a art gallery and small cafe along with a residential use. 8.5% All houses in the of the population Village zone. The former golf course on the site was reside in Grassy 74 actively used until the closure of the Scheelite Houses Mine. The area is currently set aside for recreation. A rural zone is more reflective GORGE MEMORIAL MINE HISTORY HARBOUR FACILITIES PROTECTEDKing HARBOUR Island Township Master Plans Page 24
UTILIZE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT of the current mix of uses outside of ASSET
the settlement and adjacent to the GrassyVision & Master Plan - Plan 9
OPPORTUNITY FOR GRASSY MINE Grassy Port. HERITAGE & INFORMATION Township
STRENGTHEN & ENHANCE PORT ZONE
PROTECT RESERVOIR & ENVIRONS CATCHMENT MINE Master Plan
PORT Policies support the implementation of the Township Master Plan prepared
PRIORITIZE ASBESTOS HOUSE REMEDIATION TO FREE-UP LAND UTILIZE & ENHANCE WALKING CONNECTIONS TO PORT by Beacon Town Planning. Grassy
Main Road
PORT ACCESS ENTRY THRESHOLD WALKING TRAIL PENGUINS NORTH
75 Vibrant Settlements 76 Context 2 3 Vibrant Settlement 4 5
The settlement extends in Naracoopa is a quiet coastal settlement The settlement also extends into the rural a linear formation along the on the eastern side of King Island. The linear landscape with low density residential and Esplanade. settlement is located approximately 27km rural living development, between Rankins east of Currie and is predominantly residential Road and Millwood Road extending south of Policies emphasise infill development intermixed with small scale The Esplanade beyond Pegarah Road. development for the commercial activities such as food services and settlement. visitor accommodation. The site, known as ‘Rocky Glen Retreat’ is outside of the settlement area of Naracoopa. The extent of the linear settlement pattern of This site is situated on the eastern side of the Naracoopa is defined by: settlement, adjacent to Fraser Bluff. • Fraser River and sand mining on the north-western side of the settlement; The Naracoopa Sand Mine is located north of • land zoned Port and Marine zone on the the township at Frazer Road. This is a small opposing side; and scale operation which employs four staff, • the coastal reserve forming the northern mining heavy mineral sands for export (TRC linear boundary. Tourism Pty Ltd and MCa , February 2017, p.10).
King Island 47%3.8% of houses ofof the the population population 82% Area zoned Port & residereside inin NaracoopaCurrie in the General Marine 42244 Residential Zone Houses
ESPLANADE PICNIC FACILITIES BOAT RAMP JETTY HARBOUR FACILITIES COASTAL WALKING King Island Township Master Plans Page 28
Surrounding Precincts
OPPORTUNITY TO CREATE COMMUNITY ACTIVITY PRECINCT. Township JETTY
Residential uses are LOOKOUT NARACOOPA NARACOOPA dominant within the Master Plan ! settlement and mostly comprise detached Policies support the implementation of the Township Master Plan prepared houses on large lots. PROTECT RIDGELINE VEGETATION THRESHOLDENTRY Rocky Glen by Beacon Town Planning.
ALLOW ADHESION OF EXISTING TITLES TO CREATE MORE USEABLE PARCELS.
! Naracoopa
ENTRY THRESHOLD NORTH
77 Vibrant Settlements 78 Netherby Road IGA / Foodworks Policies 2 3 Ocean Dunes Hotel Vibrant Settlements 4 5 Edward Street
Harbour
P24 P25 P26 P27 Currie Housing contained Growth and expansion Business activities Mixed use activities and compact within of settlements focussed in the centre such as professional the boundaries of the supported through of Currie. services or offices three settlements appropriately planned encouraged around - Currie, Grassy & infrastructure and the periphery of the Naracoopa. services. general business area where impacts between new and residential uses can be managed. P38 P29 P30 P31
General business area Focus on encouraging Retain area north The area adjacent Grassy Port developed consistently infill development of of Charles street for to the hospital and with the Township vacant land within the future residential school be developed Master Plan. general residential growth. This area for residential use. zone. provide a mix of lot Grassy sizes.
P32 P33 P34
Open spaces and Facilitate intensifica- Commercial and reserves in Currie tion of commercial and industrial type connected by a industrial activities activities with the network of pedestrian adjacent to the King capacity to impact on linkages. Island Airport through sensitive uses located appropriate zoning, in an appropriate zone. providing opportunity for diversification of activities around this transport hub.
Naracoopa
79 Vibrant Settlements 80 Context 1 2 Housing Choice 4 5
LIFESTYLE CONSTRUCTION Large lifestyle lots are available but these are located within or at the edge of Limited trade persons can mean delays on exis�ng se�lements. With the excep�on home building. Kit, container and modular of one or two lots, there are currently no homes are alterna�ves for the Island. Land vacant lots with land areas more than 4ha for storing of tools and equipment may in an appropriate rural living zone that a�ract more trades people to the Island. HOUSING offers the desired coastal lifestyle. Considerations Con�nua�on of an ad hoc approach to rural residen�al can be detrimental to the Housing is divided between the three opera�on of primary industries. A defined settlements with approximately 50% loca�on for this purpose is required. of stock located within Currie. Coastal and rural residential VACANT LAND development accounts for around 35% of the housing stock. This is scattered across the landscape and 35% There is serviced vacant land within the Rural is in part reflective of the solider se�lements that can facilitate residen�al settlements established in the 1940s 65% development. Se�lement There is evidence that land banking is ocurring, impac�ng on the supply of land and consequently affordability. While there is land available for development, addi�onal land is HOUSING STOCK required to facilitate popula�on growth.
Households on the Island comprise a mix of LIVEABILITY mostly lone persons, couples without children and families. The housing stock Accessibility to open spaces, recrea�on on the Island is ageing and there is reduced facili�es, events and access to services capacity to adapt these homes to changing adds to the degree of liveability. A�ributes circumstances of the popula�on. New such as scenic landscapes and natural buildings and structures are encouraged to environment, aesthe�cs of se�lements embrace adaptable housing principles to also contribute to liveability. Social build capacity and improve opportuni�y inclusion is important for reten�on of for modifica�on as household needs residents. Liveability can a�ract new change over the life�me of a building. residents, visitors to the Island and lead to investment.
81 Housing Choice 82 Residential areas are encouraged to consider all aspects of a development from building Design design; streetscape; connectivity to open spaces, services and facilities; and supported by planned infrastructure. Context 1 2 Quality Design of houses and buildings are encouraged to adopt sustainability principles. High 4 5 quality design can improve energy efficiencies in a house by simply orientating it so that Housing Choice living areas and private open space achieve the best solar aspect.
The policies strive to strengthen livability by improving pedestrian connectivity, varied 51% 8.8% 5.2% Currie is the primary settle- housing types and opportunity to improve streetscape appearance. ment on the Island which is reflected by the fact that it has the greatest proportion of housing stock. Currie Grassy Naracoopa Detached Density can assist with achieving efficient use of residential land in Houses Lot Density & settlements. Conversely, density and site coverage are critical in protecting scenic values and ensuring buildings remain subservient Residential areas of all Site Coverage in the rural and coastal area. The policies seek to retain large lots in three settlements are pre- areas outside of settlements, efficient use of residential land within dominantly characterised settlements. by detached houses on in- dividual lots interspersed <800 m with some unit develop- Lots of this size are to be located in se�lements. ment. Ideally there should be a mix of lot sizes < 800m2 to maximise efficient use of land. These lots have a serviced connec�ons. Lots are to be well connected to services and Lone facili�es. Households 1500 - 5000m2 40% of households on King Setbacks > 15m can be achieved from all lot boundaries. Island consist of just one Visual connec�on from roads and adjoining proper�es to hinterland is s�ll possible, but buildings are becoming person, and yet only 22% more prominent in the landscape. Suited at edge of of houses on the Island are se�lements for transi�oning from urban area to rural one or two bedroom. area. Can accommodate wastewater if required. There is a need in the market 10,000 m2 for increased provision of Site coverage < 0.03% of the area. Setbacks > 25 m can be smaller houses with just achieved from all lot boundaries. Area can accommodate one or two bedrooms. on-site wastewater management. Visual connec�on from roads and adjoining proper�es to hinterland. This size lot is The policy encourages suited at the edge of se�lements for transi�oning form urban residential development area to rural area. at higher densities in Currie. This approach may free up some of the larger homes for new and 40,000 m2+ existing families, with Site coverage < 0.01% of the area. Setbacks > 50m can be achieved from all lot boundaries. the additional benefit for Area can accommodate on-site wastewater management. Visual connec�on with landscape. encouraging efficient use Opportunity to retain na�ve vegeta�on although some clearing required for bushfire of land in appropriate management. This size lot is suited outside of se�lements and provides for wide separa�ons between buildings and from primary industries. locations.
83 Housing Choice 84 Context 1 2 Housing Choice 4 5 Consultation Rural undertaken&with& Vacant Land the preparation of Residential the Township@ Use Master Plan@ The 2016 ABS Census recorded 648 confirms the community to Over a third of all dwelling stock provide for coastal is located within the rural area. This percentage is quite high when living development. compared to the balance of the CCRLUS. The spatial datasets The Agricultural Land Estate comprises open rural landscapes, guide where these the coastal dune system and fragmented residual vegetation opportunities can cover. be considered. Residential dwellings on lots greater than and equal to 5ha are Policies support new The Island generally does not scattered across the rural area and residential development provide any opportunity for coastal often clustered together with sheds adjacent to the hospital. residential development with lot and farm buildings. Dwellings areas of more than 4ha outside of located on lots less than 5ha are any of any of the settlements. usually residential uses separated from farming operations. Coastal residential development is a legitimate land use. Policies Location of houses in the landscape provide for new coastal residential generally follow a linear formation development that can: along the road network. Dwellings are typically located within 100m • achieve appropriate separation from a road. from primary industries; • be located outside of the Agricultural Land Estate; and • scenic values can be appropriately managed. 85 Housing Choice 86 Context 1 2 Housing Choice 4 5 Coastal Residential Lots The policies support the identification of an appropriately defined area for future coastal development. This is a major move away from the 2008 Plan. The 2008 Plan recommended coastal residential development Racecourse north of Charles Street up to Loorana. Spatial analysis undertaken identifies that The Ettrick, south of Currie Residential could be suited for this purpose. Initial investigations were undertaken by AK Consultants, however, further Growth Areas analysis is required if support for this area is given. Residential Growth Area Smaller lot sizes of less than 1500m2 Lot sizes increase in area towards the coast Currie Currie Currie - Development North of Charles Street The area north of Charles Street to the Racecourse is a transition area between the settlement and rural area. The policies support the extension of the low density and rural living areas north of Charles Street Ettrick with opportunity to offer a range lot sizes. Lot sizes will be dependent on availability to infrastructure ser- vices. The waste transfer station in time requires relocation. 87 Housing Choice 88 Policies 1 2 Housing Choice 4 5 P35 P36 P37 P38 Provide additional Encourage housing Provide opportunities Promote livable and supply of serviced diversity and for residential growth adaptable housing residential land over the affordability in each of adjacent to the King principles in all new next 10 years enable the settlements. Island District Hospital construction to capacity to respond and High School. accommodate changing to medium growth needs of households strategy. over a building’s lifetime. P39 P40 P41 P42 Promote and encourage Residential areas Provide for short term Encourage housing infill development at supported by a road and itinerant workers diversity and Grassy and Naracoopa. network that is safe, accommodation within affordability on a attractive and connected settlements. range of lot sizes. to open spaces, recreation facilities or P8(a) Defined services. coastal residential development have minimum areas of 4ha (b) Lot areas ranging from 1500 to 2ha located at the edge of settlements to allow transition between the rural and the built up area of a settlement. Whale Tail House 89 Housing Choice 90 Policies 1 2 Housing Choice 4 5 P43 P44 P45 P46 An area for Create opportunity Roads and infrastructure Coastal residential coastal residential for rural living planned to support development is development is development at The development in a designed and identified and zoned Ettrick. coastal environment. located to maximise in a location that has retention of native minimal impact on vegetation balanced primary industries and with managing geographically located bushfire hazard. to be easily accessible to Currie. Currie 91 Housing Choice 92 Context 1 Visitor Economy 3 The visitor economy on King Island is rapidly Policies are key for facilitating an available growing with the completion of two world class land supply to provide opportunities for new Visitor Economy Tourism King Island a�racts Tourism is recognised as a key sector in the golf courses in 2016 and 2017 respectively. tourism ventures and accommodation in around 8500 visitors Tasmanian economy. In recent years, the The visitor economy represents approximately certain locations. per annum. It is visitor economy on King Island has grown 14% of the GRP resulting from both direct and es�mated that a substan�ally. further 5000 visitors indirect spending both on and off the Island. While the visitor economy must be serviced Strategy arrive via chartered by appropriate infrastructure and services flights (based on Challenges The Plan is aligned with the T21 Strategy in that we strive The annual events such as the Long Table to be sustainable, our challenges will be to: Council 2015/2016 to grow visitors to the Island. However, a balanced Festival, the Festival of King Island and other Visitor Survey). approach is advocated to ensure that the key a�ributes unique to the Island are not diminished by an increase in organised events are attracting visitors to the • protect attributes which attract and visitors. Island. enhance the visitor experience; 1.27m • integrate with other economic activity, Visitors to The challenges currently faced by the Island including agriculture; (Regional Development Australia, April 2016) • diversify the style and scale of Tasmania Spending + indirect & direct are with regard to high end accommodation; accommodation; and 2017 $20.567 milllion annu- value to our GRP. ally of direct and diversification of experiences and retaining a • avoid significant change in local character, indirect spending both workforce to service new development. function and identity of the Island. Growing the on and off the island 1.5m Visitor Economy and this forecast to Visitors to grow (TRC Tourism Pt Ltd and MCa Feb 2017) Tasmania by 2020 Tourism Strategy T21 Strategy sets the visions and priori�es with the aim of growing the visitor economy in the State (Tasmanian Government; Tourism Industry Council of Tasmania 2016). 2015-2016 Tourism - Value Added Purpose of Visiting King 2015 Currie Harbour 2016 The Currie Harbour Structure Plan and use and development controls under the King Island Planning Scheme provide opportunity for new There are many varied reasons why visitors flock to the visitor accommodation within the settlement Island of Currie. 93 Visitor Economy 94 The Ocean Dunes is a world class rated golf Ocean Dunes course located less than 10 minutes north of Currie. The Golf Course contains a club Context 1 Golf Course house but no accommodation is provided directly on the site. The site lends itself to 3 providing high end accommodation in a Visitor Economy unique coastal setting. Cape Sensitive designed development is Typically encouraged where this can be integrated Wickham new visitor Accommodation with the coastal landscape. Golf accommodation in the Course rural and coastal area is Visitor accommodation on the The golf course adjoins the a section of the characterised by low density Island is traditionally located kelp track that runs along the coastline. Any development, single storey within Currie, Naracoopa and future development of the site along the detached buildings integrated Grassy. Accommodation within coastline does not prevent access to these with the landscape. the settlements is generally tracks. purpose built although in recent times houses have been Development should be limited from Porky converted for this purpose. further expansion to the north of the golf Beach course given that this land area is identified The accommodation is scattered to be part of the Agricultural Land Estate. across the three settlements Ocean and there is no set pattern or New development must have regard to Dunes clustering of multiple properties coastal processes and natural hazards together in a single location. managed to minimise risk. Naracoopa Over the last two years, demand Currie for high-end accommodation@ has substantially increased with the growing number of golf visitors to the Island. Grassy Recently, the Island has also seen the conversion of existing houses to visitor The Ettrick accommodation. This raises Area concern in a restricted rental accommodation market and also impacts substantially on Kelp tracks hug the edge of the attracting a new workforce to coastline and adjoins the golf the Island. Integrated policies course. An estimated 189 are required to provide rooms available for affordable housing choices visitor accommodation. in the settlements as this Accommodation cannot be simply overcome integrated in by construction of additional the landscape accommodation. Ocean Dunes Golf Course Porky Beach Accommodation 95 Visitor Economy 96 Context 1 Cape Wickham 3 Golf Course is a world Visitor Economy class rated golf course at the very Cape Wickham Cape Wickham tip of the Island. A temporary club Lighthouse on Power house and modest accommodation is Lighthouse approach from Cape infrastructure established and further development upgraded to supply New buildings at Cape in this location is planned. Expansion Wickham Road development. Wickham and surrounds are of development in this location can to be located not to interfere be sustained if it is supported by with the view lines towards appropriate infrastructure and natural this land mark when viewed hazards managed to minimise risk to from the golf course or the life and property. public road. Economic Diversity south of the Water Supply golf course is a site owned by the Ballarat Cape The Springs provides a supply Clarendon College and is earmarked for a Wickham of water to the site. Water school campus. Road saving design principles will Cape Wickham Golf Course is be essential for sustainable Opportunity for shared facilities, services hidden behind development. and infrastructure is encouraged between this ridgeline . Productive Agriculture the golf course development and the Lake Flannigan future campus. Estate remains protected. This is an iconic landmark and is to remain the dominant feature in the landscape. New buildings and structures are to be sited and Cape Wickham Road designed to allow unobstructed views to the lighthouse. Cape Wickham Lighthouse Internal access road to Club House and Accommodation Club House Accommodation “The golf course facilities are influencing The coastline is home to many shore birds and new demand for high end and large-scale visitor development must be sensitively designed and accommodation”. integrated with the landscape to minimise impact. (Regional Development Tasmania, April 2016). 97 Visitor Economy 98 Policies 1 Visitor Economy 3 P47 P48 P49 P50 Small scale visitor Visitor Visitor Development is of accommodation accommodation accommodation a scale and density in locations where and farm stays and new tourism that is low scale and this can continue in are contained in development maintain integrated with the conjunction with single detached public access to landscape. primary industries. buildings, clustered beaches, kelp tracks together with and the coast of the existing buildings or Island. new buildings are integrated with the landscape. P51 P52 P53 P54 Precautionary Maintain and protect Development and Development has principle applied to natural assets for permanent structures capacity to provide use and development the sustainability of not located within adequate potable proposed within the our growing tourism 100m of the shoreline water and treatment dune system of the sector. boundary edge of a of wastewater for its Island. property. operation. Cape Wickham Lighthouse 99 Visitor Economy 100 Location Context 1 2 The shelter of houses in the belts and residual landscape are follow a 4 5 vegetation cover hides linear formation along the Scenic Values buildings from view. road network. Houses are typically located within 100m from a road. Integrated Buildings Residential buildings and associated outbuildings are often not visually dominant within the open rural or coastal area when The built form is scattered across the rural and buildings, development within the rural and viewed from public spaces or road corridors landscape with development spaced to allow coastal area has remained subservient in the as the built form is often screened by wind visual connections to productive agricultural landscape. Continued responsible management breaks, domestic gardens or residual native land, the coastal environment and residual of the iconic landscapes are required if these vegetation cover. native vegetation cover. values are to remain the key attribute that appeal to locals and visitors alike. House in the distance nestled Policies encourage new buildings to be With the exception of some larger commercial, amongst a cluster of vegetation. sensitively located within the landscape. agricultural and telecommunication structures Residential buildings generally do not feature in the open pasture across the Island. 101 Scenic Values 102 Context 1 2 Scenic Values 4 5 Residential development near Devils Rock The scale and bulk of new buildings have Large scale developments that have capacity is integrated with the topography and generally replicated the existing development to accommodate more than 50 persons could pattern ensuring that buildings are carefully substantially impact on the productive capacity vegetation. placed and screened to be hidden from view. of agricultural land. Small scale visitor accommodation is a legitimate Therefore, the placement of such developments use in this area that can continue to co-exist must be deliberate and strategic. The policies with agricultural activities if development is are there to guide the location of future use and appropriately sited and separated from these development. activities. The open Agricultural Land Estate is visually dominant across the landscape. Buildings East of Cape Wickham, showing gentle undulating dunes with direct are scattered and mostly positioned behind line of sight to the BASS Strait. The gentle undulating landscape is open shelter belts and residual native vegetation and buildings are not visible. The Porky Beach Houses are examples of careful placement and integration with the landscape. While they are visible from the coastline, the buildings are hidden behind the gentle undulations of the dune system and cannot be seen from North Road. 103 Scenic Values 104 Policies 1 2 Scenic Values 4 5 P55 P56 P57 Areas of high Buildings and structures Views from public scenic value on the integrated with the roads and spaces Island identified for landscape and of a size across the landscape management of new and scale that remains remains uncluttered development in the subservient to the from buildings and landscape. natural landform. structures for non- agricultural use. Kelp Track 105 Scenic Values 106 Context 2 – Natural– Hazards 4 5 BRAM Model KingBushfire Island Fire Protection Plan 2017 Prone Areas 24 Managing The protection of life and property are fundamental in planning new development particularly those located Hazards outside of the settlements. The extensive bushfires in Considering and understanding the Island’s 2007 were devastating. natural hazards is critical and forms part of the essential knowledge for developing The King Island Fire Management Area, Fire Protection policies for future use and development. Plan was prepared by the State Fire Management Council in 2017 and builds on the original plan of 2009. A Bushfire The policies advocate for use and Risk Assessment Model was prepared considering the development not to be exposed to overall risk with respect to bushfire on the Island. While unreasonable risks from hazards which regard is given to this model, it must be considered in result in unacceptable level of risk to life, context of this plan. property and amenity. 107 Natural Hazards 108 Context 12 Natural Hazards 4 5 Coastal Erosion and Inundation Climate change, coastal erosion, recession and placement of new development must be sensitive to these changing circumstances. The Premier and Cabinet Hazard Mapping series has identified areas of the coastline subject to erosion. The impact of the hazard must be carefully considered for future use and development. Landslides King Island has areas subject to landslides as indicated by the Premier and Cabinet Hazard Band Series. The areas subject to landslides are mostly in the low hazard band although land areas in the medium hazard band are also shown. The medium hazard band identifies areas that have remaining area slopes of 20 degrees and are in an area that has landslide features. The low hazard band identifies areas that have remaining area slopes of 11-20 degrees. While the low hazard has no known active landslides, it is identified by Mineral Resources Tasmania as being susceptible. The Landslide Planning Map is indicative only and cannot be relied upon for individual properties. Nevertheless it is an informative tool, indicating that sites must seek expert advice where landslides are identified. Landslip Hazard, King Island Low Hazard Band shown for most of the Island. Stokes Point 109 Natural Hazards 110 Policies 2 Natural Hazards 4 5 P58 P59 P60 Development in Habitable buildings Bushfire hazard locations where constructed away management natural hazards have from coastlines consistent with a tolerable risk for subject to erosion and the King Island Fire managing life and tidal changes. Management Area, property. Fire Protection Plan 2017 or subsequent document. Ocean Dunes 111 Natural Hazards 112 Context 3 Heritage 5 Shipwrecks Unique History The Island has a number of iconic heritage buildings and places that Naracoopa Jetty are a constant reminder of the its history. The policies are intended to conserve and protect our heritage values. At the same time, opportunity to adapt and reuse heritage structures can be critical for new investment, Soldier Settlement Trail restoration and conservation. Currie Lighthouse King Island Dairy Sealer’s Wall Cape Wickham Lighthouse Museum 113 Heritage 114 Policies 3 Heritage 5 P61 P62 P63 P64 Protect and conserve Currie Lighthouse New structures and Encourage reuse heritage places and to be protected and buildings on sites of existing heritage buildings where conserved. containing heritage buildings and provide possible, for the places be respectful opportunity for enjoyment of future of the values of the investment. generations. site. P65 Protect and conserve Cape Wickham Lighthouse and it remain the focus in the landscape at Cape Wickham and surrounds. Jetty, Naracoopa 115 Heritage 116