95% of respondents supported or somewhat supported the vision.

We heard:

• Height restrictions on new developments should be enforced to maintain a mid-rise character.
• Green, open spaces, as well as sky views and natural light should be prioritised.
• The outcome must result in a nice place to live that is sensitive to the needs of those using the Macaulay area.

87% of respondents thought it important that there is a mix of homes and local employment opportunities in a neighbourhood.

We heard:

• It is important for the area to have a mix of residential and local employment opportunities.
• Forming and maintaining community connections is crucial and can be facilitated by living and working in the neighbourhood.
• Retaining a residential feel and reducing the carbon footprint associated with commuting should be considered.
• It is important to acknowledge, promote and accept community diversity.
• While we should try and minimise the industrial ‘feel’, there should be sufficient commercial activity in the area, so locals don’t have to go elsewhere to access basic needs and services.

68% of respondents thought it important that new residential developments contribute to increasing the amount of affordable housing.

We heard:

• There must be opportunities for lower-income people to live in the Macaulay area.
• It is important that there be a minimum proportion of housing dedicated for low-income use.
• It is important to have a mix of income groups in the area, including lower and higher income.
• Housing stock must remain high-quality. It is not OK to encourage cheap housing with a short lifespan.

87% of respondents thought it important that planning controls allow variation in the height and shape of buildings.

We heard:

• We do not support unfettered high-rise development.
• It is important that height restrictions are in place to ensure human-scale living is retained.
• It is important to us that planning controls allow variation in the height and shape of buildings.
• We value the aesthetics of our neighbourhood.

100% of respondents thought it important to improve public transport in the Macaulay area.

We heard:

• We all agree, to at least some degree, that walking routes should be improved.
• Walking route improvement will assist people’s ability to move around within the area.
• It's important that bike paths are improved.
• Cyclists should be able to move safely, and separate bike paths are the best way to achieve this.
• Public transport is, or should be, an integral part of any city.
• It's important that public transport is regular, reliable and user-friendly.
• Car parking is a contentious topic. We want the freedom to own and park a car, but we also recognise that too many cars in the area will be problematic.
• Congestion is an issue and will require a system-wide solution.

29% of respondents selected sustainability as one of their top three activities that outdoor public space should cater for.

We heard:

• It is important that there are open, green spaces for the community to use.
• These spaces must be welcoming and easy to access, e.g. sheltered from the effects of wind, rain and sun.
• It is important for the community to have places to play sport and stay fit.
• If the area is to be a mix of residential and commercial, it must include more public spaces that cater to the residential population.

23% of respondents wanted indoor community facilities to cater for arts and culture, and childhood programs and services.

We heard:

• Access to multi-purpose community spaces should be easy and cheap.
• Space should be made available for sport/fitness, community, social and creative endeavors.
• The main activities that we want to see community spaces being used for are arts and culture, and programs for children.
• Easy to book, cheap spaces will encourage community cohesion.
• Community facilities should be culturally appropriate and inclusive, so that all members of the community feel welcome to use them.

90% of respondents thought it important to allocate space in streets and parks to manage flooding.

We heard:

• The Macaulay area is susceptible to flooding.
• Environmental factors and climate change may see an increased risk of flooding in the area in the future.
• We are concerned about potential social, environmental and economic consequences of flooding.
• It is important to address flood mitigation in planning, to protect people and property.