Based on current projections, Victoria’s population is expected to reach 7 million by 2036, with Melbourne itself reaching that mark in 2049. Melbourne may surpass Sydney as the largest city in Australia by 2028.

This week at the Victoria Summit, VECCI’s Infrastructure Task Group Report made several recommendations for short, medium and long term infrastructure projects to prepare for Melbourne’s population boom.

During the 2009 Victoria Summit, much interest was generated around the recommendation for the construction of a four-lane superhighway to link regional cities and reduce their reliance on Melbourne.

This plan will see a 700-kilometre project will connect Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo, Shepparton and the Hume Highway.

Let us know your thoughts on the regional superhighway proposal by leaving a comment on the VECCI Blog