Mallacoota - Streetscape Upgrade
About the Project
Mallacoota’s Maurice Avenue, in the town centre, is getting a major makeover. Council is upgrading the streetscape of Mallacoota to improve the functionality, aesthetics and operation of Maurice Avenue as identified in the Mallacoota Structure Plan 2007 and Masterplan. It is also being upgraded as identified by the Mallacoota and District Recovery Association (MADRA) in order to play a key role in the Disaster Recovery Plan and contribute majorly to commercial and tourist activities.
In early 2021 a Project Control Group (PCG), made up of East Gippsland Shire Council (EGSC), Mallacoota and District Recovery Association (MADRA) and Mallacoota and District Business and Tourism Association (MADBATA) was formed to take carriage of this important project. The PCG is comprised of representatives from key stakeholder groups in Mallacoota. The Project Reference Group has a representative from each of the following organisations/interest groups:
• East Gippsland Shire Council • Mallacoota and District Recovery Association • Mallacoota and District Business and Tourism Association • Traditional owners • Friends of Mallacoota • Young families | • Arts community • Senior community • Vision and mobility impaired • Youth • Halls & Rec Committee |
Schedule
The start date of the construction is yet to be determined. Council will endeavour to avoid holiday season as much as it is practical. We will work closely with businesses and the appointed contractors to ensure any impact to business is kept to a minimum.
The budget for this project is being provided through contributions from the Australian Government's Regional Recovery Program and East Gippsland Shire Council’s capital works budget 2021/22.
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About the Project
Mallacoota’s Maurice Avenue, in the town centre, is getting a major makeover. Council is upgrading the streetscape of Mallacoota to improve the functionality, aesthetics and operation of Maurice Avenue as identified in the Mallacoota Structure Plan 2007 and Masterplan. It is also being upgraded as identified by the Mallacoota and District Recovery Association (MADRA) in order to play a key role in the Disaster Recovery Plan and contribute majorly to commercial and tourist activities.
In early 2021 a Project Control Group (PCG), made up of East Gippsland Shire Council (EGSC), Mallacoota and District Recovery Association (MADRA) and Mallacoota and District Business and Tourism Association (MADBATA) was formed to take carriage of this important project. The PCG is comprised of representatives from key stakeholder groups in Mallacoota. The Project Reference Group has a representative from each of the following organisations/interest groups:
• East Gippsland Shire Council • Mallacoota and District Recovery Association • Mallacoota and District Business and Tourism Association • Traditional owners • Friends of Mallacoota • Young families | • Arts community • Senior community • Vision and mobility impaired • Youth • Halls & Rec Committee |
Schedule
The start date of the construction is yet to be determined. Council will endeavour to avoid holiday season as much as it is practical. We will work closely with businesses and the appointed contractors to ensure any impact to business is kept to a minimum.
The budget for this project is being provided through contributions from the Australian Government's Regional Recovery Program and East Gippsland Shire Council’s capital works budget 2021/22.
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30 August 2024
Share 30 August 2024 on Facebook Share 30 August 2024 on Twitter Share 30 August 2024 on Linkedin Email 30 August 2024 linkThe Mallacoota streetscape upgrade will enhance the appeal of the town centre by complementing the local character of the site with native plantings and aggregate pathways which are inspired by the cliffs at nearby Quarry Beach.
The shelter located at the Western end of Marice Avenue provides a gathering place for locals and visitors alike, and encloses a significant mosaic made by Aboriginal Elders. New landscaping around the shelter will include a mounded garden with native plantings.
We were pleased to support the Mallacoota Arts Council Inc.'s application to the Victorian Government's Tiny Towns Fund for improvements to the Mallacoota rotunda. This initiative aligns with our Culture and Creativity Strategy 2023-2033, which emphasises priorities outlined in the Council Plan for making "Our Place accessible, safe, connected, and healthy."
We are delighted to announce their application was successful. Sculptural screens have been designed to create a striking arrival point and enliven the gathering place with laser-cut images of birds, native plants and boats reflecting Mallacoota's natural and cultural environment.
This community project perfectly complements Council's streetscape improvements and will help screen the busy round about next to the park, creating an enclosed garden-like ambiance around the shelter.
The six sculptural screens will be made from 6MM HW350 Corten Steel rolled into gentle curves. The corten steel will complement the native plantings in the garden and speaks to the rugged wilderness landscape and rural history of the site.
The artwork screens are to be cut from 6mm thick steel. Each screen will be rolled into a gentle curve.
The sculpture would be blasted all over to achieve a uniform effect before naturally weathering to a warm rusty colour.
The perforation sizes will be refined to make sure that they do not present a risk of entrapment. Situated in the garden and surrounded by native plantings the sculpture is clearly an artwork, not an invitation to climb.
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8 August 2024
Share 8 August 2024 on Facebook Share 8 August 2024 on Twitter Share 8 August 2024 on Linkedin Email 8 August 2024 linkThis photo shows the depth of the construction - literally!
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22 July 2024 - construction has commenced!
Share 22 July 2024 - construction has commenced! on Facebook Share 22 July 2024 - construction has commenced! on Twitter Share 22 July 2024 - construction has commenced! on Linkedin Email 22 July 2024 - construction has commenced! linkWe have reached an exciting milestone, with our construction contractor, Whelans starting construction works at the IGA end of the Maurice Avenue shopping precinct on Monday 22 July 2024.
Vehicle access along Maurice Avenue will remain open and available during the streetscape upgrade, with every attempt made to maintain access to the shops during the works. Should you have any concerns regarding access, please contact Whelans' Bairnsdale head office on (03) 5152 2844 to be put in touch with the Construction Manager in charge of these works.
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16 July 2024
Share 16 July 2024 on Facebook Share 16 July 2024 on Twitter Share 16 July 2024 on Linkedin Email 16 July 2024 linkMallacoota’s Maurice Avenue upgrades have commenced!
Upgrades to Mallacoota’s Maurice Avenue have commenced, with Whelans Group Investments Pty Ltd (Whelans) moving to site this week to begin preliminary works.
The project encompasses a range of enhancements, including formalised car parking and road-calming measures to provide a safer and more appealing environment for residents and visitors alike.
Community feedback was instrumental in shaping the design, reflecting our collaborative approach to prioritising the needs and preferences of our local communities.
Some changes were made to the concept design following additional work with the project reference group, including:
- incorporating the rotunda, mosaics, commemorative bricks, and mature trees into the design.
- modifying the bus stop kerb to improve safety and access.
- ensuring footpaths are accessible, adding dedicated parking bays, and extending the native garden beds.
We are committed to delivering these enhancements to the Mallacoota Streetscape in a timely and efficient manner, ensuring a significant improvement to the area's infrastructure and overall appeal before the 2024 Christmas holiday season.
Construction will be staged to minimise the impact on local traders and visitors to the area.
Access to shops will remain available, however minor delays are anticipated. Your understanding is appreciated as we work to achieve the best possible outcomes for our community.
For everyone’s safety, visitors to the area are asked to observe construction signage and all directions from Whelans' crew during the works. Regular updates will be provided directly to local traders, and to community through project updates on YourSay. Further enquiries can be directed to the Project Supervisor on 03 5153 9500.
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28 June 2024
Share 28 June 2024 on Facebook Share 28 June 2024 on Twitter Share 28 June 2024 on Linkedin Email 28 June 2024 linkThe heart of Mallacoota is set to get a major makeover, with East Gippsland Shire Council kicking off its much-anticipated Mallacoota streetscape upgrade project, which will bring a fresh look and improved functionality to Maurice Avenue.
"The upgrades encompass a range of infrastructure enhancements aimed at improving both functionality and aesthetics," Mayor Cr Tom Crook said.
"We have been working with locals on the project for three years and are eager to work with our local contractor, Whelans Group Investments, which will be rolling out the improvements."
This project, informed by the MADRA (Mallacoota and District Recovery Association) Recovery Plan, has been led by a dedicated Project Reference Group and boasts representation from key stakeholders including the Mallacoota and District Business and Tourism Association, MADRA, Friends of Mallacoota, Traditional Custodians, and other community groups.
The project will include raised pedestrian crossings, road-calming measures, and a host of features designed to enhance safety and aesthetic appeal of the area. Features include:
- Updated car parking facilities including disabled parking spaces
- New pavements and connecting pathways
- Bike racks
- New kerb and channel
- Street furniture
- Trees, native shrubs, and groundcover
"We’re committed to delivering these enhancements in a timely manner, ensuring a significant improvement to the area's infrastructure and overall appeal," Cr Crook said. " Council is dedicated to cultivating a vibrant, inclusive, and resilient community. Our goal with this project is to foster sustainable growth and development, creating an environment where our communities can thrive for generations to come."
Funding for this project is provided by the Australian Government through the Community Development Grants Program, in conjunction with Council.
Construction details and timing will be shared on Council’s YourSay page.
Local traders will be informed of the construction program before works commence and will be kept updated throughout the project's delivery.
To view the design Following feedback, the following changes were made to the concept design:
- the existing rotunda will remain in place
- disabled car spots in the centre carpark
- bus parking: the kerb was modified to improve safety and access to the bus stop
Note: While every attempt will be made to follow the detailed design, final outcomes may vary slightly due to external influences on construction and site conditions. Your understanding is appreciated.View this media release online: Community-led Mallacoota makeover set to begin (eastgippsland.vic.gov.au)
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30 May 2024
Share 30 May 2024 on Facebook Share 30 May 2024 on Twitter Share 30 May 2024 on Linkedin Email 30 May 2024 linkThe contract for construction of the Mallacoota Streetscape upgrade was awarded to Whelans Group Investments Pty Ltd (Whelans) at the 21 May 2024 Council meeting.
We anticipate providing further programming details for construction as they become available, and we are eager to collaborate once again with Whelans on this project.
This project encompasses a comprehensive range of infrastructure enhancements aimed at improving both functionality and aesthetics, including the implementation of car parking solutions and integration of road calming measures to ensure smoother and safer traffic operations.
Additional project features include:
- exposed aggregate pavements and connecting pathways
- raised pedestrian crossings
- disabled parking spaces
- all-new street furniture
- bike racks
- street trees and landscaping
We are committed to delivering these enhancements to the Mallacoota Streetscape in a timely and efficient manner, ensuring a significant improvement to the area's infrastructure and overall appeal.
Shop owners will be informed of the construction program before works commence and updated throughout the project's delivery.
Regular updates will be provided directly to local traders, and to the community through project updates on YourSay.
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Project Update - 21 February 2024
Share Project Update - 21 February 2024 on Facebook Share Project Update - 21 February 2024 on Twitter Share Project Update - 21 February 2024 on Linkedin Email Project Update - 21 February 2024 linkTender for construction is now closed.
Tender submissions are under review. Further updates will be provided once the tender evaluation process has been completed.
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Project Update - 22 December 2023
Share Project Update - 22 December 2023 on Facebook Share Project Update - 22 December 2023 on Twitter Share Project Update - 22 December 2023 on Linkedin Email Project Update - 22 December 2023 linkTender for construction is now open and will close on 21 February 2024.
To express interest visit: www.eastgippsland.vic.gov.au/council/tenders
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Project Update - 30 August 2023
Share Project Update - 30 August 2023 on Facebook Share Project Update - 30 August 2023 on Twitter Share Project Update - 30 August 2023 on Linkedin Email Project Update - 30 August 2023 linkThe detailed design is in the final stages and will shortly be complete. The next stage of this project is to advertise the tender for the construction works and this is scheduled prior to Christmas. Construction works will commence after Easter 2024, to avoid the busy tourist season. We will advise exact construction dates, once they are available
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Project Update - 30 May 2023
Share Project Update - 30 May 2023 on Facebook Share Project Update - 30 May 2023 on Twitter Share Project Update - 30 May 2023 on Linkedin Email Project Update - 30 May 2023 linkDetail Design layout is now available - click here. Alternatively, hard copies of the plan are available at the Mallacoota Service Centre - 70 Maurice Avenue, Mallacoota. Hours: Monday and Tuesday - 10.00 am to 2.00 pm and Wednesday to Friday - 2.00 pm to 5.00 pm
Council has been meeting regularly with the Project Reference Group and the appointed design consultant to finalise the detail design layout and assist with design details such as paving types and colours, mosaic tile management, safety concerns, landscaping, and other elements identified in the concept masterplan.
Tender for construction to be released following completion of the detailed plans. We anticipate construction to commence early in 2024. Construction dates will be advised when available.
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- Will the existing large trees be retained?
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