The You Yangs Regional Park and Serendip Sanctuary are to be protected for future generations with Parks Victoria unveiling its master plan for the region.
Releasing the Agency’s You Yangs Precinct Master Plan, Minister for Energy, Environment and Climate Change, Lily D’Ambrosio said the You Yangs had a rich cultural landscape with a history dating back more than 30,000 years.
“The Master Plan sets out how this important area − which sits between greater Geelong and Melbourne – will be managed in the future,” Ms D’Ambrosio said.
“The Plan aligns with the aspirations of the Wadawurrung people, Traditional Owners of the land, for future joint management of the Park,” she said.
“More immediately, opportunities for cultural education, cultural trails and visitor information are proposed.”
The Minister said that, under the Plan, Serendip Sanctuary would continue to be available for wildlife conservation and breeding programs, while visitor facilities for schools and groups in the Sanctuary would be upgraded.
She said the popularity of the You Yangs Regional Park as a mountain-biking destination was reflected in a recommendation to create a mountain-biking hub with improved facilities, as well as a kiosk and storage rooms that could be used for events.
“The Master Plan includes options to upgrade the visitor information centre, carparks, picnic and barbecue areas, and existing tracks and trails to support activities like bushwalking, trail-running, sightseeing, rock-climbing and abseiling and horse riding,” Ms D’Ambrosio said.
Parks Victoria’s 124-page Master Plan can be downloaded at this PS News link.
