Creating Stronger Communities in
the West: Research Project

Good Neighbours Movement is leading a research project in Greenfields Communities across Melbourne’s West to better understand how residents experience life in their neighbourhoods. 

We’re measuring satisfaction in areas like planning, transport, infrastructure, open space, community services, and local governance. 

Through online surveys and focus groups, we’re gathering insights into what residents need, value, and want for the future. The findings will help guide developer decisions and support advocacy with data-driven recommendations.

Want to get involved?

1. Complete Our Survey

Survey closed 30 September 2025

Thank you to everyone who shared your voice — insights will be released soon.

2. Participate in a Community Workshop

We’ve held a number of community workshops over recent weeks—thank you to everyone who has so enthusiastically participated. If you’re interested in future workshops, please complete your details at the end of the survey.

Insights from recent workshops in Melton

3. Coming to you

Grab a coffee and have a relaxed chat with us. We'll be sharing dates and locations soon.

If you’d find it easier to answer the survey questions with someone, please book a time here. 

Project Update, 6 October 2025

Shaping the future of Melton with the Good Neighbours Movement

Hi & Thank you to everyone who took part in the Good Neighbours Community Survey, Melbourne's West.

We received an incredible response from over 800 residents across 17 fast growing suburbs in Melbourne’s west, sharing their views on what makes our neighbourhoods thrive, and what could make them even better.

The survey is now closed, and our team is busy analysing the results.

We look forward to sharing community sentiment, insights, and opportunities for action shortly.

Stay tuned for updates and upcoming workshops as we continue to build stronger, more connected communities together.

— The Good Neighbours Movement team

Kate Stewart & Judi Carr, Co-Founders

Share your views

FAQs

  • The Good Neighbours Survey is a community-led initiative to better understand what’s

    working—and what isn’t—for people living in Melbourne’s fast-growing western suburbs. It

    asks about your experiences with neighbourhood life, services, infrastructure, and decision-making so we can advocate for better outcomes.

  • Anyone living in Melbourne’s western suburbs, including areas like Aintree, Rockbank, Deanside, and surrounding neighbourhoods. Whether you’ve just moved in or have lived here for years, your voice matters.

  • Survey results will:

    ● Inform local councils and developers of resident priorities

    ● Support advocacy campaigns for better infrastructure, services, and planning

    ● Shape workshops, reports, and grassroots action to build fairer, more connected communities

  • Yes. You won’t be identified in any public results. If you choose to leave your contact details (e.g., to join a workshop or enter a prize draw), that info will be kept private and separate from your answers.

  • Less than 10 minutes, depending on how much detail you’d like to share.

  • You can:

    ● Opt in to join a paid community workshop to discuss results in more detail

    ● Choose a local charity for us to donate $2 on your behalf

    ● Enter a draw to win one of 10 x $100 VISA gift cards

  • The Good Neighbours Movement is a grassroots community initiative advocating for better planning, equity, and connection in Melbourne’s growth corridors. We’re independent, resident-focused, and passionate about helping suburbs reach their full potential.

  • We’d love to hear from you. Please email hello@goodneighboursmovement.au or visit our website for more ways to get involved.

  • If you run into technical issues or need assistance, please email us at

    hello@goodneighboursmovement.au or use the contact form on the website.

  • This survey is available in ENGLISH, HINDI, PUNJABI, TELUGU & VIETNAMESE. 

    In survey monkey, you'll see a small box in the right hand corner of the window that allows you to change the language. 

Thank you thank you!

"I believe Good Neighbours has the potential to play a vital role in fostering meaningful connections between residents, developers, and governing bodies in emerging communities. In rapidly growing suburbs like the western growth corridor of Melbourne, there is an urgent need for more effective community engagement models and stronger resident advocacy. This initiative is a timely and important step in the right direction."

— Claire Mouser, 2024 City of Melton, Citizen of the Year