MALDON residents will get the chance to have their say on a major residential development if Labor wins the state election on November 29.
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A state government proposal for the Tarran Valley Estate involves constructing a 43-lot housing development on 125 hectares of land about two kilometres from the town's centre.
In August, residents gathered at the Parliament of Victoria to urge Planing Minister Matthew Guy to reject the proposal.
On Friday, Member for Bendigo West Maree Edwards said the Labor Party would refer the planning scheme amendment to an independent panel to determine the suitability of the residential development.
She said the review would also consult experts on bushfire management, vegetation management, water catchments and increase the recognition of the landscape and historical values of the area.
"The people of Maldon are worried about the risk of bushfire, the risk to their water supply and the risk to their heritage, but the Liberals aren't listening," Ms Edwards said.
"Victorians have lost faith in the planning process, but Labor will give locals a real say in the future of their communities.
"This review will be fair, independent and transparent. It won’t leave any questions unanswered. The people of Maldon deserve it."
The Bendigo Advertiser is seeking comment from the Liberal Party.
