
Bright Vision
The BDCC Executive decided to prepare a vision for Bright and District in early 2024.
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The purpose of the vision is to:​
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Set out BDCC’s position on the preferred future of Bright and District and actions it will pursue to achieve this vision. ​
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Support advocacy action and funding requests for projects that will help realise the vision for Bright and District.​
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Establish principles to assist BDCC with decision making. ​
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Document what is valued and the challenges we face as Bright and District continues to grow.​
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Set out the high priority action and advocacy BDCC will take over the next four years to deliver the vision,
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Challenges for Bright and District
Includes Bright, Wandiligong, Porepunkah, Eurobin, Harrietville, Freeburgh, Smoko and surrounding rural areas.
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The Vision
Nestled in the spectacular Victorian Alps, our strong, connected community offers residents and visitors the chance to gather, relax and enjoy adventures in the natural environment.
Hear from Leanne Boyd on why she believes in the Bright Vision.
Themes
We identified six themes and considered:
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What we can control
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What we can influence
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What is in our circle of concern

Community
How Bright and District residents and visitors live, work, and play in the region, sharing common interests, social connection and a sense of belonging.

Tourism and Economy
​The industries that contribute to the economic vitality and job creation in Bright and District including recreation, accommodation, hospitality, agriculture, childcare and worker accommodation.

Town Character
The distinctive qualities, features, and personality of Bright, Wandiligong, Harrietville, Eurobin and Porepunkah that shape their identity and sense of place.
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Local Environment
​The natural surroundings and ecosystems of Bright and District, including how those will change in the long term with climate change, flood and fire and the impacts these have on the community and economy.

Housing
​The availability, types, and conditions of housing within Bright and District for residents and visitors, long and short term.

Movement and Infrastructure
​The systems and infrastructure that allow residents and visitors to live and move within the town, including transport (roads, public transport, walkable and cyclable spaces), internet and mobile infrastructure, water and sewer.
Outcomes

Community
People are drawn to the area and the strong sense of community and don’t want to or need to leave – regardless of their stage of life and circumstances.

Tourism and Economy
​An agile, self-supporting, year-round economy that makes the most of local resources and can adapt to challenges and fluctuations over time. ​

Town Character
Liveable, active, sustainable settlements, each with a unique character and distinct sense of place, separated by green spaces

Local Environment
​Renowned for the exceptional natural environment which has been protected and enhanced, the area is resilient and properly prepared for natural events like flood and bushfire, and the impacts of climate change. ​

Housing
Diverse housing choices that enable residents and key workers to access the type of housing that meets their needs, over the different stages of their lives.​

Movement and Infrastructure
Safe and easy walking and biking is the preferred way to move around. Despite being remote, the area is connected to the wider world via freight, public transport and internet. Infrastructure is in place to support thriving communities and a vibrant visitor economy.
Action Plan
8 Actions have been identified that the Chamber will progress. This is in addition to our current activities of:
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Telecommunications advocacy