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Clunes Master Plan – Project Update

The public Councillor briefing scheduled for Tuesday 28 October has been postponed.

In the meantime, to continue to keep the community informed, the project team has prepared the Phase 3 Preliminary Data Summary Report. It provides a summary of the survey and interactive map results, along with key themes identified from the written feedback received during the recent consultation period.

What's next?

The draft Clunes Master Plan will now be updated to incorporate feedback from the community and other key stakeholders. Given the depth of input received, this next stage is expected to be completed in early 2026.

The updated draft will be shared with the Clunes Master Plan Community Reference Group, followed by Councillors and the broader community at a public briefing. Dates for these sessions will be advertised in advance.


Community Consultation

Phase 3 of community consultation on the draft Clunes Master Plan has now concluded. During the consultation period, community members raised several questions. These have been compiled into a Community Consultation FAQs. Council thanks everyone who took the time to participate and share their ideas.

During the consultation period which ran from Monday, 18 August to Monday, 15 September 2025, the community had multiple opportunities to engage with the draft Clunes Master Plan and Council staff.

Consultation Events Overview

Online Engagement
Residents provided feedback via an online survey and contributed ideas through the interactive map, commenting on others’ suggestions and sharing their own.

In-Person Sessions at Clunes Coronation Hall

Two drop-in sessions were held on Thursday 4 September and Saturday 6 September.
These sessions allowed residents to speak directly with Council staff from Strategic Planning, Stakeholder Engagement, Environmental Strategies, Water and Sewer. The workshops provided a space for collaborative discussion and input.

Village Park Pop-Ups
Council planners were available every Wednesday morning at Village Park.

Email and Postal Submissions
Feedback was also accepted via email and post.

About the Project

In September 2024, Lismore City Council initiated the Clunes Master Plan project, collaborating with the community to shape a shared vision for the future of Clunes. As the village continues to grow, we want to make sure that any changes reflect the needs and shared community vision of the people who live here. The Clunes Master Plan will focus on preserving the unique character of the village while addressing important issues like infrastructure, housing, traffic, and sustainability.

We are partnering with urban design experts to ensure the Clunes community is at the heart of the decision-making process. Together, we’ll create a plan that balances growth with protecting the things that make Clunes unique.

The Master Plan has been developed based on:

an Analysis of Existing Site Conditions – a summary of which is accessible on the project page,

an early community engagement period that sought feedback from the community on what they love about Clunes and more. A summary of this consultation period is accessible on the project page as Phase 1 Community Engagement

a secondary community engagement period that sough additional feedback on more detail as well as further work on solidifying the vision for Clunes. A summary of this consultation period is accessible on the project page as Phase 2 Community Engagement

this third and final community engagement period. All feedback received will be considered as we work towards the formal adoption of the Clunes Master Plan by the end of the year.

What is a Master Plan?

A master plan is a document that creates a long-term plan and place-based vision for the future. It is not a detailed development application for future development. Rather it sets the parameters or the framework for how future development will be considered.

The outcomes of the master plan process will:

  • identify a vision and a set of guiding principles for the long-term development of Clunes,
  • identify challenges and opportunities,
  • provide detailed mapping such as a structure plan to visually identify and locate any future works and preferred land uses,
  • provide a detailed action plan that links to the strategic principles and identifies work that needs to be done to facilitate the delivery of the master plan, including resource requirements.

Stay Updated

We’ll be sharing regular updates in the Clunes Clues community newsletter, on the Lismore City Council Facebook page and on noticeboards around the village. Make sure to keep an eye out for ways to stay involved and help shape the future of Clunes.

For any further questions, please refer to our FAQs for more information about the project.

Clunes Master Plan – Project Update

The public Councillor briefing scheduled for Tuesday 28 October has been postponed.

In the meantime, to continue to keep the community informed, the project team has prepared the Phase 3 Preliminary Data Summary Report. It provides a summary of the survey and interactive map results, along with key themes identified from the written feedback received during the recent consultation period.

What's next?

The draft Clunes Master Plan will now be updated to incorporate feedback from the community and other key stakeholders. Given the depth of input received, this next stage is expected to be completed in early 2026.

The updated draft will be shared with the Clunes Master Plan Community Reference Group, followed by Councillors and the broader community at a public briefing. Dates for these sessions will be advertised in advance.


Community Consultation

Phase 3 of community consultation on the draft Clunes Master Plan has now concluded. During the consultation period, community members raised several questions. These have been compiled into a Community Consultation FAQs. Council thanks everyone who took the time to participate and share their ideas.

During the consultation period which ran from Monday, 18 August to Monday, 15 September 2025, the community had multiple opportunities to engage with the draft Clunes Master Plan and Council staff.

Consultation Events Overview

Online Engagement
Residents provided feedback via an online survey and contributed ideas through the interactive map, commenting on others’ suggestions and sharing their own.

In-Person Sessions at Clunes Coronation Hall

Two drop-in sessions were held on Thursday 4 September and Saturday 6 September.
These sessions allowed residents to speak directly with Council staff from Strategic Planning, Stakeholder Engagement, Environmental Strategies, Water and Sewer. The workshops provided a space for collaborative discussion and input.

Village Park Pop-Ups
Council planners were available every Wednesday morning at Village Park.

Email and Postal Submissions
Feedback was also accepted via email and post.

About the Project

In September 2024, Lismore City Council initiated the Clunes Master Plan project, collaborating with the community to shape a shared vision for the future of Clunes. As the village continues to grow, we want to make sure that any changes reflect the needs and shared community vision of the people who live here. The Clunes Master Plan will focus on preserving the unique character of the village while addressing important issues like infrastructure, housing, traffic, and sustainability.

We are partnering with urban design experts to ensure the Clunes community is at the heart of the decision-making process. Together, we’ll create a plan that balances growth with protecting the things that make Clunes unique.

The Master Plan has been developed based on:

an Analysis of Existing Site Conditions – a summary of which is accessible on the project page,

an early community engagement period that sought feedback from the community on what they love about Clunes and more. A summary of this consultation period is accessible on the project page as Phase 1 Community Engagement

a secondary community engagement period that sough additional feedback on more detail as well as further work on solidifying the vision for Clunes. A summary of this consultation period is accessible on the project page as Phase 2 Community Engagement

this third and final community engagement period. All feedback received will be considered as we work towards the formal adoption of the Clunes Master Plan by the end of the year.

What is a Master Plan?

A master plan is a document that creates a long-term plan and place-based vision for the future. It is not a detailed development application for future development. Rather it sets the parameters or the framework for how future development will be considered.

The outcomes of the master plan process will:

  • identify a vision and a set of guiding principles for the long-term development of Clunes,
  • identify challenges and opportunities,
  • provide detailed mapping such as a structure plan to visually identify and locate any future works and preferred land uses,
  • provide a detailed action plan that links to the strategic principles and identifies work that needs to be done to facilitate the delivery of the master plan, including resource requirements.

Stay Updated

We’ll be sharing regular updates in the Clunes Clues community newsletter, on the Lismore City Council Facebook page and on noticeboards around the village. Make sure to keep an eye out for ways to stay involved and help shape the future of Clunes.

For any further questions, please refer to our FAQs for more information about the project.

  • CLOSED: This survey has concluded.

    Draft Clunes Master Plan - community feedback survey

    Your feedback is important. Please complete this 10-15 minute survey to provide us with your reflections on the draft Clunes Master Plan before it is finalised and adopted by Council later this year. All questions are optional.

    The survey will be open from 18 August to 15 September 2025.


    All submissions, including any personal information contained therein, will become publicly available documents and will be made available on Council’s website, in accordance with the provisions of the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009.

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  • CLOSED: This survey has concluded.

    Clunes Community Survey 2: Priorities for Our Village

    Thank you to everyone who shared feedback during Phase 1 of the Clunes Master Plan. Your input has helped us understand what matters most to the community.

    What We’ve Heard So Far:

    • Clunes is loved for its peaceful village character, strong community spirit, and beautiful rural setting.
    • Key concerns include traffic, limited infrastructure (footpaths, parking, toilets) and overdevelopment.
    • The vision for the future is a connected, vibrant village that balances growth while preserving its character.


    This survey builds on your feedback. It focuses on key themes and actions identified in Phase 1 and asks you to:

    • Confirm if these reflect your priorities.
    • Tell us which actions matter most.


    Your responses will help shape the next steps for the Clunes Master Plan.

    The survey will be open from 4 December to 18 December 2024.


    All submissions, including any personal information contained therein, will become publicly available documents and will be made available on Council’s website, in accordance with the provisions of the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009.

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  • CLOSED: This survey has concluded.

    Community Survey: Your Vision for Clunes

    This survey will close on 5pm, Friday 15 November 2024


    All submissions, including any personal information contained therein, will become publicly available documents and will be made available on Council’s website, in accordance with the provisions of the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009.

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