Explore Casey: Simplifying Local Exploration

The City of Casey, located in southeastern Victoria, is known for its rapid growth and diverse community. To better connect residents with council-managed resources, facilities, and amenities, Explore Casey was created in collaboration with Peclet. This innovative platform allows users to explore their local area with ease, whether by walking, driving, cycling, or using public transport.

For residents planning to move to a new home, Explore Casey provides an invaluable tool for checking nearby facilities like schools, parks, and childcare centres. By providing interactive maps with insights, it empowers residents to make well-informed decisions about their neighbours, saving time and effort in the process.

How Explore Casey Works

Seamless Search and Filtering

Explore Casey simplifies the search process by letting users select categories like education, public amenities, or recreation. Residents can refine their results further by subcategories, such as kindergartens, parks with Wi-Fi, or public toilets. Search filters, including distance and travel mode, make it easy to focus on resources within a specific radius, such as 5km or 15 minutes of walking or driving.

For example, a parent searching for schools can set their home address, choose "walking" as the travel mode, and instantly view all nearby schools on the map. This feature ensures residents save time while accessing resources tailored to their needs.

Isoline Technology for Travel Planning

A standout feature of Explore Casey is Isoline technology, which calculates how far users can travel within a set time based on their chosen mode of transport. This dynamic tool displays reachable areas on an interactive map, making it simple to visualize accessibility.

For families considering a move, this feature is invaluable. It allows them to determine if essential services like parks, bus stops, or childcare centers are accessible within a 10-minute walk or drive. It also helps residents compare options across different transport modes, offering flexibility and convenience.

Why Explore Casey is Valuable

For Residents
Explore Casey offers a practical solution for navigating everyday life. Whether it's a parent searching for schools, a commuter planning their route, or a new resident exploring local amenities, the platform simplifies decision-making. Residents can quickly discover what's available in their area, ensuring their daily needs are met efficiently.

For Local Authorities
Explore Casey provides valuable insights for local councils, helping them understand the community's needs. For example, frequent searches for playgrounds or childcare centres in a particular area could indicate the need for additional facilities. By using these insights, councils can make better decisions about infrastructure planning and service allocation, ensuring resources are directed where they are most needed.

For Businesses
Businesses can leverage Explore Casey to identify opportunities in the local market. For instance, a fitness centre looking to expand might use the platform to pinpoint areas with high population density but limited gym options. This helps businesses make data-driven decisions and better serve the community.

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