Wyndham CityIntergenerational Places & Spaces

Where is Wyndham?

Located midway between the State’s two largest urban centres, Melbourne and Geelong, Wyndham is easily accessible by road, sea, air and rail. It is 30 kilometres south west of the Melbourne Central Business District and approximately 35 kilometres north east of Geelong. It is located adjacent to the Princes Freeway and has ready access to metropolitan Melbourne via the Westgate Freeway and Western Ring Road.

City Overview

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Wyndham Population Estimates1996-2026• The City of Wyndham is

experiencing 7.1 per cent growth per annum

• In 2011, 68 babies were born in Wyndham each week

• If forecasts become reality - Wyndham is expected to become home to 278,000 residents by 2026

• Eventually, Wyndham will be the largest local government area, with a population of 430,000 – twice the size of Geelong

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born each week

‘Wyndham Social Infrastructure Planning – 2040’

• “Living document” that will change and grow over time

• Planning to meet population and community infrastructure requirements

• Involved all key State Departments, Growth Areas Authority, all relevant areas of Council

• Developing strategies with partners:• Education • Health• NGOs

Tarneit Community Learning Centre

Wyndham Vale Community Learning Centre

Arndell Park Community Centre

‘Bridging the years’ video

1. Planning2. Consultation3. Conversations4. Synergy

Key Principles

• Look for the natural fit rather than try to create something artificial

• Don’t expect one size to fit all

Lessons & Message

Contact details:

Priscilla MayneManager, Aged & Disability Wyndham City CouncilPO Box 197WERRIBEE VIC 3030

Ph: (03) 9742 0925

Email: priscilla.mayne@wyndham.vic.gov.auWeb: www.wyndham.vic.gov.au