Project Update - 31 January 2024
The community meeting rooms are now available for booking!
To make a booking contact us on 5153 9500 or email feedback@egipps.vic.gov.au
The development of the Eagle Point Foreshore Precinct has been undertaken through a number of different projects. The construction of the Eagle Point Foreshore Hub was completed in December 2023. An all-abilities pathway was also completed through a separate project within the Foreshore Precinct.
We aren’t done yet!
We recognise there is still some work to do, and thanks to feedback from our community we are working to rectify issues as they arise and are now considering some further works to enhance this great facility.
Some of the garden beds still require planting because the timing of the Hub’s completion does not lend itself to planting now; we normally avoid planting in Summer due to heat and lower plant success rates. Plants will be selected to achieve a balance between greenery and to create a visually appealing landscape while minimising obstruction to views, addressing the community’s desire for aesthetics without compromising the scenic aspects.
Planting will likely occur in Autumn to give the plants time to establish roots, prior to the summer heat. This will be subject to plant availability. If the weather is milder and wetter than expected, we will bring this timing forward.
This area of the foreshore is now being used by a larger number of visitors and there have been several requests for pathway access connecting the Hub to the jetty since the completion of the new building. Access to the Eagle Point Jetty was outside the funded activities for the development of the Eagle Point Foreshore Hub civic works. Council is engaging with Gippsland Ports regarding this issue.
Council is currently seeking expressions of interest for the long-term management and operation of the Hub’s café, which has been temporarily setup to serve the community over summer. Given the spectacular outlook and location in a growing active community, this is an exciting business opportunity in a new architectural building which connects the strong cultural history and unique lifestyle of the Eagle Point community. To express interest visit: Tenders (eastgippsland.vic.gov.au)
The café space will be fitted-out for the new owner to walk in, apply their own personal touches and commence business. The friendly team from the Eagle Point Caravan Park are managing the café until a suitable tenant is contracted. Please feel free to bring your own keep cup as the friendly team will be happy to put your coffee in it. Once the new operator is established, they will use their own plates and cutlery in the café and may provide some shade through the use of café/market umbrellas on the deck when weather permits.
Shade is provided throughout the Foreshore Precinct by the numerous established trees, the large pavilion, and the new building. The playground was designed by Enlocus Landscape Architects in line with community feedback which identified the desire for a natural playground to challenge young imaginations. The play area caters to the growing population of families with children of various ages and abilities.
There is some play equipment which is designed to provide a slightly more challenging play experience for children who enjoy climbing and balancing, and there is also other equipment available which is appropriate for smaller children to use. Providing a playground for children of different ages and abilities promotes inclusivity and ensures that all kids can enjoy the play area.
This beautiful new architectural building and community recreational space is already serving as a central hub for social activities, and events, promoting and fostering a sense of community.
Further project updates will be provided on Your Say; an email will be distributed to those who have signed up to follow the project on Your Say when important information is available and key milestones are achieved.
We welcome your continued interest in this project.
