Exciting Future for Point Grey
Published on 01 September 2025
The revitalisation of Point Grey is full steam ahead, with final Urban Design Framework (UDF) for the precinct’s redevelopment now released.
The project will revitalise Point Grey by improving public access, creating new open space, bringing back a food and drink venue, landscaping and new facilities for visitors, fishers and Lorne locals.
Shaped by extensive community consultation, the final UDF has been updated to reflect community feedback, including:
- inclusion of boat wash facility
- inclusion of a public fish cleaning station
- a redesigned open space area near the pier to accommodate multiple uses, including community events or extra parking. This is in addition to an overall increase in formalised parking spots across the precinct
- relocation of the new public toilets within a new building that will replace the old co-op
- additional promotion of the site’s maritime and timber history across the precinct
GORCAPA is working closely with the Lorne Aquatic and Angling Club on detailed designs for their new building and will work with the Lorne Historic Society to ensure the precinct reflects their aspirations to promote the site’s timber and maritime history.
GORCAPA will also partner with Eastern Maar Aboriginal Corporation to co-design the Gunditj Lorne Garden space, transforming the old public toilets zone into a fantastic open area for the community.
Following extensive assessment, consideration of community views and a cost benefit analysis, the old co-op building cannot be retained or repurposed and will be demolished. An assessment of the 1949 section will be completed to identify and salvage materials that could re-used. The new building will respect the historic section of the co-op in its shape, roofline and footprint.
The final UDF, traffic modelling, a detailed engagement report and concept designs are available on the GORCAPA website, where the community can also submit questions.
GORCAPA will also hold a drop-in session at Point Grey (on Saturday 6 September from 10am–12pm) and host two online sessions on Monday 8 September 2025 – one at 12pm and one at 5.30pm.
The project forms part of the $676 million Geelong City Deal, an initiative between the Australian and Victorian Governments and local councils.
To check out the draft designs, the final UDF and the detailed engagement report, go to: https://haveyoursay.greatoceanroadauthority.vic.gov.au/point-grey-redevelopment
Quotes attributable to GORCAPA Interim CEO, Christine Ferguson
“We know that Point Grey is an iconic spot that is special to many people, so we've worked positively with the community to help shape this project. Thank you to everyone who has got involved through the many phases of consultation.”
“It is clear the Lorne community has strong aspirations for the site. We really value this passion, because it has helped us plan something that is appropriate to the area and will be of lasting benefit to locals, visitors, and the broader region.”
“Major construction will get underway early next year, and we will keep the community informed as work progresses, including keeping public access to the pier unchanged as much as possible.”