May 5th, 2023Council says ‘no’ to fire station relocation plan

Macedon Ranges Shire councillors have decided not to proceed with a Country Fire Authority (CFA) proposal to relocate the Riddells Creek Fire Station to Riddells Creek Recreational Reserve.
Councillors and the community have acknowledged the need for upgraded facilities to support the CFA’s
effectiveness in keeping the community safe. However a recommendation, which went before the council at its April 26 meeting, had concluded that the current CFA proposal did not appropriately attend to the concerns of the council and the community, and more work was needed to find a suitable solution.
Concerns around access, parking and the impact the proposal could have on existing user groups
were identified through the community consultation process. It was also noted that the area had been designated for recreational purposes and the proposal could inhibit future expansion of the facilities within the reserve.
Mayor Annette Death: “I’d like to thank everyone who took the time to provide feedback on this
proposal. Council will continue to work closely with the CFA, Victorian Government and Riddells
Creek community to find a suitable outcome for the proposed relocation.”