October 3rd, 2026More Homes And Jobs In Victoria’s Southwest

Minister for Planning Sonya Kilkenny has approved the Greater Avalon Employment Precinct and the East of Aberline Precinct Structure Plan.

Greater Avalon Employment Precinct

Once complete, the precinct will support up to 8,000 new jobs across manufacturing, freight and logistics, and recycling and reuse industries.

It will support the continued growth of Avalon Airport – Melbourne’s second major airport – delivering new jobs and attracting business opportunities across the region.

The rezoned land will also provide strong environmental protections, including at the nearby internationally recognized Ramsar wetlands – with more than 600 acres of land safeguarded for conservation purposes.

East of Aberline Precinct Structure Plan

The Precinct Structure Plan will create 4,500 new homes and over 800 jobs in Warrnambool’s east.

The plan will support the community with new schools, community facilities, local parks and a sporting reserve

It will also protect local areas including Tozer Reserve and the Russells Creek corridor.

The precinct will include a new town centre, road upgrades, creek crossings and shared user paths to help residents access local jobs, schools, services and open space.