Ararat Rural City Council have launched a survey for users of (and residents who live close to) Buangor-Ben Nevis Road, seeking the community's thoughts on all aspects of the upgrade which is currently underway.
As announced in Ararat Rural City Council's 2024-25 Budget, $2.143 million has been allocated for the reconstruction of sections of Buangor-Ben Nevis Road which are currently in poor condition.
Council are preparing applications for further funding from State and Federal government to extend the reconstruction, and widen the scope of works. The length of road that is ultimately improved will be subject to receipt of grant funding.
To assist with funding applications, Council wish to hear from the community via an easy-to-complete online survey, accessible via the Engage Ararat site.
The survey covers topics of how, when, and why residents are using Buangor-Ben Nevis Road, modes of travel, what types of concerns users of the road have about its condition, and residents' thoughts on how the road's upgrade may impact their daily lives.
To help Council understand the community's ways of using or engaging with Buangor-Ben Nevis Road and the surrounding area, residents are encouraged to complete the survey by Friday 30 August 2025, via the dedicated Engage Ararat page.
