Merimbula Airport Master Plan Review
The Merimbula Airport Master Plan is being reviewed after completion of a number of projects and recent changes in the aviation industry and legislation.
Background
Merimbula Airport is essential for emergency services, tourism, businesses and personal travel. Regional tourism and business planning, along with studies by all levels of government and regional planning consistently identify its importance to the regional economy and the health and wellbeing of the residents.
It is an expensive asset to operate and maintain. It is essential that Council provide an optimum mix of facilities and services whilst balancing costs and funding. The Merimbula Airport Master Plan was formally adopted in 2013 and has directed the planning for the airport, triggering infrastructure additions such as the water main and fire service upgrade, terminal extension, runway starter extensions and a new general aviation precinct. The runway pavement has also been renewed and improved.
Across those works, more has been learnt about the site’s constraints and opportunities. At the same time aviation legislation has changed, the local economy has evolved, and the aviation industry is changing in response to towards net zero targets.
Although the current plan was not due to expire until 2033, a review is needed. In December 2022, Council received a funding grant for this purpose.
Funding
Regional NSW – Business Case and Strategy Development Fund – Round 1 has allocated $306,250 to fully fund the master plan review.
Bega Valley Shire Council is contributing to the overall budget.
Connection to Council's Community Strategic Plan
This project links to Council's Community Strategic Plan through:
The Merimbula Airport Master Plan review is linked to Council’s Community Strategic Plan and is identified in:
- Goal 3: our economy is prosperous, diverse and supported by innovative and creative business.
- Goal 9: We have opportunities to work, learn and sociallise through the provision of affordable public transport and telecommunications services.
Who can I speak to
Jenny Symons
Project Manager
Bega Valley Shire Council
Phone: (02) 6499 2318
Email: jsymons@begavalley.nsw.gov.au
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