The Future of Orbost and District (FoOD) project, in partnership with the Orbost and District Recovery and Transition Committee (ODRTC), is hosting a roundtable discussion to better understand the evolving needs of community groups and stakeholders in accessing physical spaces within Orbost.
This conversation will explore what types of spaces are being sought, which groups currently have available spaces, and whether co-tenancy or support is needed to maintain them.
Liz Mitchell, chair of the FoOD project’s governance group, emphasised the goal is to identify opportunities for collaboration and co-location.
“We’re exploring the concept of a collaborative hub to foster co-working spaces,” Ms Mitchell said.
“However, we also know other groups are looking for spaces or may have available spaces for sharing.
“Not all activities will align perfectly, and while we don’t have solutions yet, we believe that the best way to address these challenges is by bringing people together and starting the conversation.”
Businesses, community groups, organisations and clubs are all invited to join the discussion, which will take place in Orbost next Tuesday, November 19, from 10am to 11.30am.
Registrations are essential and can be completed through the FoOD project website or by sending them an email.
The FoOD project is a response to the impacts of the end of native timber harvesting in Victoria’s state forests and the need to transition the local economy.
The purpose of the project is to build on to Orbost and district’s existing strengths and leverage opportunities for supporting positive economic, social and environmental outcomes.
The Future of Orbost project is receiving support through the Victorian Government’s Forestry Transition Program’s Community Stream through to September 2025.
The Orbost and District Chamber of Commerce and Industry has an agreement with the Department of Energy Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) to deliver the FoOD project, which is overseen by a community-led governance group.
