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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.
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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From the start I believed that the rotunda was never to go. The new shelters as per the plan are way out of character for the town and I believe will detract from the townscape.
There will be a massive outcry if there is a change to the current rotunda.
I was involved at the onset with the working group and I feel that there has been significant mission creep, away from the practical upgrades and beautification to now reveal a scape that is far from “Mallacoota”. on FacebookShare More of a comment:
From the start I believed that the rotunda was never to go. The new shelters as per the plan are way out of character for the town and I believe will detract from the townscape.
There will be a massive outcry if there is a change to the current rotunda.
I was involved at the onset with the working group and I feel that there has been significant mission creep, away from the practical upgrades and beautification to now reveal a scape that is far from “Mallacoota”. on TwitterShare More of a comment:
From the start I believed that the rotunda was never to go. The new shelters as per the plan are way out of character for the town and I believe will detract from the townscape.
There will be a massive outcry if there is a change to the current rotunda.
I was involved at the onset with the working group and I feel that there has been significant mission creep, away from the practical upgrades and beautification to now reveal a scape that is far from “Mallacoota”. on LinkedinEmail More of a comment:
From the start I believed that the rotunda was never to go. The new shelters as per the plan are way out of character for the town and I believe will detract from the townscape.
There will be a massive outcry if there is a change to the current rotunda.
I was involved at the onset with the working group and I feel that there has been significant mission creep, away from the practical upgrades and beautification to now reveal a scape that is far from “Mallacoota”. link
More of a comment:
From the start I believed that the rotunda was never to go. The new shelters as per the plan are way out of character for the town and I believe will detract from the townscape.
There will be a massive outcry if there is a change to the current rotunda.
I was involved at the onset with the working group and I feel that there has been significant mission creep, away from the practical upgrades and beautification to now reveal a scape that is far from “Mallacoota”.
DApple
asked
5 months ago
Dear DApple
Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback. Following further discussions with community, the following changes were made to the concept design to ensure the upgrades retain the special values of Mallacoota whilst improving accessibility and safety:
the existing rotunda and mosaics will remain in place
disabled car spots are included in the centre carpark
bus parking: the kerb was modified to improve safety and access to the bus stop
We are committed to working closely with our contractor, Whelans, throughout the delivery of this project. Our goal is to adhere to the updated detailed design specifications and ensure community expectations are not only met but recognised and respected - we will spare no effort in achieving a successful outcome for everyone involved.
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