ACTION 6 – CAPITAL INVESTMENT
This forms part of the Central Highlands Workforce Development and Accommodation Strategy.
Capital investment (such as CHRC capital budget and trunk infrastructure delivery) to be directed to areas of highest need.
Initial investment should be directed to significant park upgrades in Blackwater (Dempsey Park), new park in Emerald (Devonport Street) and engagement directly with the owner of Blackwater Town Centre on its upgrade and expansion of hours of operation through the State Government to enable Sunday trade for supermarket.
◼ TIMEFRAME: CHRC to ensure appropriate inclusions in the upcoming budget by June 2024 and meeting with Blackwater Town Centre owner by 30 June 2024.
PROGRESS REPORT
April 18th, 2024 – CHDC and Infinitum Partners visit Blackwater and meet with a range of businesses in town and tenants in the Town Centre on current market sentiment.
April 30th, 2024 – CHDC, Infinitum Partners and Coronado Curragh met with Blackwater Town Centre owners, McDonald Administration in a collaborative setting to address perceptions, centre appearance, current market conditions for leasing and explore Sunday trading. All parties agree that focus is on securing a cafe tenant to the centre and further discussions to be held on a joint campaign.
