Paynesville - Progress Jetty Area Redevelopment

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Project Overview

The redevelopment of the Progress Jetty area was a key deliverable of the Paynesville Foreshore Management Plan adopted by Council in 2017. A design has been developed that seeks to address the issues and actions raised against Precinct C – Township of the Foreshore Management Plan.

A concept plan has been prepared for the site that sits adjacent to the popular commercial strip and contains a well-used boat ramp, a jetty, playground, toilet amenities and ample car parking. The Paynesville Community Craft Centre is also a significant piece of the foreshore.

The concept plan was developed in collaboration with the Paynesville BTA, Community Craft Centre, Landcare Coastcare Group, Gippsland Lakes Yacht Club and Gippsland Ports.

The upgrades proposed include:

  • New pedestrian crossing areas to increase safety
  • Large playground – including water play elements
  • New picnic areas
  • Preservation and eventual upgrade to the Community Craft Centre
  • Reconfiguration of parking to create more green space and open spaces on the foreshore without a loss of carparking
  • Beautification and landscaping works

Consultation was held in late 2020 regarding a new plan for Progress Jetty. Ample feedback was received via an online survey and two onsite in person consultation sessions. Council has revised the Progress jetty Precinct Concept plan based on the feedback received. The following provides a description of the revised masterplan along with a list of themes and comments received. Also provided is Council’s response to these themes and comments (see the Consultation Feedback and Responses report in the Documents section).

Progress Jetty Precinct Plan
Rebalancing vehicle and pedestrian movements is pivotal to the Foreshore Masterplan, with pedestrian priority access from the esplanade to the foreshore and east-west movement along the foreshore. An upgraded meandering east-west path through the site connects to McMillan Straight to the east and Sunset Cove to the west. The path conveniently connects to a series of community nodes including the Paynesville Community Craft Centre, foreshore amenities, new playground, picnic and BBQ facilities.

A secondary path connects visitors to Grassy Point lookout and the Gippsland Lakes Yacht Club, where views to Lake Victoria and back along the Progress Jetty Foreshore can be admired. The Progress Jetty Foreshore area will provide open space and amenity for the local community, that also accommodates for periods of increased tourism visitation, enabling all users to meet, relax, play, move, interact, and participate.

The design will see a new playground established close to Progress Jetty. It aims to cater for a range of age groups and modes of play. The main playground will consist of a range of climbing, obstacle and tunnelling structures and include sailing and fishing themed water play features. The main playground will be accompanied by a nature playground situated under the existing canopy tree cover, consisting of low scale climbing structures, made from natural materials. Equipment will resemble hand crafted materials and finishes to create a relationship with the Craft Centre. The project will consider working with local artists to design and construct features. Over time this play area will replace the aging play ground closer to the yacht club.

Movement and Access
Parking is a key consideration of the design, with a preliminary survey identifying a surplus of parking spaces being provided during peak times within the Foreshore precinct. The initial brief was therefore, to reduce the overall paved parking in order to enhance landscape embellishments and formalise parking where it was of most value. It had been further acknowledged through community consultation that more convenient parking access was required in front of the Esplanade Shopping Strip. The design re-envisions the Esplanade to allow for 45-degree angled parking on the north side and parallel parking along the Foreshore to the South to provide optimal vehicle access. While the Masterplan reduces parking spaces in the Foreshore Parking area, a net gain in formalised parking across the Foreshore Precinct has been achieved.

In determining a suitable pedestrian crossing treatment of the Esplanade at the Shopping Strip, a key consideration is the volume of pedestrian and traffic movements in the vicinity. Our observations suggest that pedestrian volumes exceed 20 persons per hour, and traffic volumes exceed 200 vehicles per hour, and we anticipate that during the peak summer season, both pedestrian and vehicle volumes may be higher. As such, some form of pedestrian priority crossing is warranted. In selecting a suitable design, it is important to find a balance between a treatment that services both peak and off-peak activity levels appropriately. The Foreshore Masterplan therefore recommends use of a conventional raised zebra crossing (known as a “Wombat Crossing”).

This type of crossing provides for pedestrian priority, with an additional inclusion of a raised surface that assists with lowering vehicle speeds and increasing driver compliance with speed limits and pedestrian right of way. The crossing will be paved with a treatment that seamlessly connects the Foreshore and Esplanade footpath pavements.

The secondary crossing locations (adjacent to the Community Craft Centre, and either side of the Foreshore Parking) are not expected to be as heavily utilised by pedestrians and would therefore not warrant a pedestrian-priority treatment. Noting this, we have proposed use of road grade treatments and median refuges which allow a pedestrian to cross informally with the shortest possible distance. This treatment provides a safer crossing experience, particularly for visitors with lower mobility or vision impairment. Additionally, the median refuges have an added benefit of reducing the apparent width of the roadway to drivers, assisting with reductions in vehicle speeds.

From here Council will:

  • Start to develop an appropriate scope of work that is suitable for the budget available to the project
  • Communicate this scope of work and detailed design with the Project Reference Group and the wider community
  • Apply for funding as it becomes available to implement the full plan
  • Commence works

If you have any comments or questions, please submit them in the comments section below.

For updates on the progress of the project please see the News Feed tab below

Project Overview

The redevelopment of the Progress Jetty area was a key deliverable of the Paynesville Foreshore Management Plan adopted by Council in 2017. A design has been developed that seeks to address the issues and actions raised against Precinct C – Township of the Foreshore Management Plan.

A concept plan has been prepared for the site that sits adjacent to the popular commercial strip and contains a well-used boat ramp, a jetty, playground, toilet amenities and ample car parking. The Paynesville Community Craft Centre is also a significant piece of the foreshore.

The concept plan was developed in collaboration with the Paynesville BTA, Community Craft Centre, Landcare Coastcare Group, Gippsland Lakes Yacht Club and Gippsland Ports.

The upgrades proposed include:

  • New pedestrian crossing areas to increase safety
  • Large playground – including water play elements
  • New picnic areas
  • Preservation and eventual upgrade to the Community Craft Centre
  • Reconfiguration of parking to create more green space and open spaces on the foreshore without a loss of carparking
  • Beautification and landscaping works

Consultation was held in late 2020 regarding a new plan for Progress Jetty. Ample feedback was received via an online survey and two onsite in person consultation sessions. Council has revised the Progress jetty Precinct Concept plan based on the feedback received. The following provides a description of the revised masterplan along with a list of themes and comments received. Also provided is Council’s response to these themes and comments (see the Consultation Feedback and Responses report in the Documents section).

Progress Jetty Precinct Plan
Rebalancing vehicle and pedestrian movements is pivotal to the Foreshore Masterplan, with pedestrian priority access from the esplanade to the foreshore and east-west movement along the foreshore. An upgraded meandering east-west path through the site connects to McMillan Straight to the east and Sunset Cove to the west. The path conveniently connects to a series of community nodes including the Paynesville Community Craft Centre, foreshore amenities, new playground, picnic and BBQ facilities.

A secondary path connects visitors to Grassy Point lookout and the Gippsland Lakes Yacht Club, where views to Lake Victoria and back along the Progress Jetty Foreshore can be admired. The Progress Jetty Foreshore area will provide open space and amenity for the local community, that also accommodates for periods of increased tourism visitation, enabling all users to meet, relax, play, move, interact, and participate.

The design will see a new playground established close to Progress Jetty. It aims to cater for a range of age groups and modes of play. The main playground will consist of a range of climbing, obstacle and tunnelling structures and include sailing and fishing themed water play features. The main playground will be accompanied by a nature playground situated under the existing canopy tree cover, consisting of low scale climbing structures, made from natural materials. Equipment will resemble hand crafted materials and finishes to create a relationship with the Craft Centre. The project will consider working with local artists to design and construct features. Over time this play area will replace the aging play ground closer to the yacht club.

Movement and Access
Parking is a key consideration of the design, with a preliminary survey identifying a surplus of parking spaces being provided during peak times within the Foreshore precinct. The initial brief was therefore, to reduce the overall paved parking in order to enhance landscape embellishments and formalise parking where it was of most value. It had been further acknowledged through community consultation that more convenient parking access was required in front of the Esplanade Shopping Strip. The design re-envisions the Esplanade to allow for 45-degree angled parking on the north side and parallel parking along the Foreshore to the South to provide optimal vehicle access. While the Masterplan reduces parking spaces in the Foreshore Parking area, a net gain in formalised parking across the Foreshore Precinct has been achieved.

In determining a suitable pedestrian crossing treatment of the Esplanade at the Shopping Strip, a key consideration is the volume of pedestrian and traffic movements in the vicinity. Our observations suggest that pedestrian volumes exceed 20 persons per hour, and traffic volumes exceed 200 vehicles per hour, and we anticipate that during the peak summer season, both pedestrian and vehicle volumes may be higher. As such, some form of pedestrian priority crossing is warranted. In selecting a suitable design, it is important to find a balance between a treatment that services both peak and off-peak activity levels appropriately. The Foreshore Masterplan therefore recommends use of a conventional raised zebra crossing (known as a “Wombat Crossing”).

This type of crossing provides for pedestrian priority, with an additional inclusion of a raised surface that assists with lowering vehicle speeds and increasing driver compliance with speed limits and pedestrian right of way. The crossing will be paved with a treatment that seamlessly connects the Foreshore and Esplanade footpath pavements.

The secondary crossing locations (adjacent to the Community Craft Centre, and either side of the Foreshore Parking) are not expected to be as heavily utilised by pedestrians and would therefore not warrant a pedestrian-priority treatment. Noting this, we have proposed use of road grade treatments and median refuges which allow a pedestrian to cross informally with the shortest possible distance. This treatment provides a safer crossing experience, particularly for visitors with lower mobility or vision impairment. Additionally, the median refuges have an added benefit of reducing the apparent width of the roadway to drivers, assisting with reductions in vehicle speeds.

From here Council will:

  • Start to develop an appropriate scope of work that is suitable for the budget available to the project
  • Communicate this scope of work and detailed design with the Project Reference Group and the wider community
  • Apply for funding as it becomes available to implement the full plan
  • Commence works

If you have any comments or questions, please submit them in the comments section below.

For updates on the progress of the project please see the News Feed tab below

  • 16 September 2024

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    Further updates will be provided on YourSay following the Council Election on 26 October 2024, and the questions/feedback tab will be reinstated.

    From 12.00 noon Tuesday 17 September until 6.00 pm on Saturday 26 October (Election Day) we will be in the Local Government Election Period (also known as Caretaker Period).

    During this time, we will limit our printed communications, website content, social media activity, and community consultations. The ability for people to comment on our social media content will also be disabled during the Election Period.

    Each of these steps is to ensure our content does not affect voting in the election and is consistent with steps taken by other Victorian Councils and the Local Government Act 2020.

    These changes are only temporary; we'll be back to normal communication activity after the election.

  • 15 May 2024

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    The brand-new pathway down at Paynesville's foreshore precinct is now complete!

    There is also newly installed street furniture for those looking to get out and enjoy the view, connect with friends or enjoy a lunch break.
    And while the new pathway looks great, it's also about creating a safer space for everyone to enjoy.
    A big thanks to our work crew who did a great job in helping to enhance this beautiful space.

    We hope you get a chance to get down and enjoy it soon.


  • Project update - 1 May 2024

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    The concrete has been poured - just a little bit remains to be completed!

  • Project Update - 23 April 2024

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    Construction of the new pedestrian path linking the foreshore with the retail Esplanade precinct has commenced.

    Council’s crew was hard at work as they kicked off the construction of the brand-new pathway as part of our ongoing efforts to spruce up the Paynesville foreshore precinct.

    The team started early to get things set-up and start the project. We're estimating it'll take a couple of weeks to wrap up.

    Meandering through green space and supplemented avenue of trees, the pathway is all about safety too, By providing an additional pathway, we're lowering the risk of accidents and creating a safer space for everyone to enjoy.

    Plus, we've got some exciting news for those who love to sit back and soak in the scenery! We'll be installing some fresh street furniture to make the foreshore even more inviting for our community members and visitors to relax and socialise.

    Let's make Paynesville's foreshore the ultimate destination for fun, relaxation, and community connection! Keep checking for further updates as we continue to enhance this beautiful space.



  • Project Update - 16 January 2024

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    Stage 1 construction works for Paynesville progress jetty are scheduled to begin in the coming weeks.

    Works include tree planting along the Esplanade and the connecting footpath between the Yacht Club and the Progress Jetty Precinct, and footpath works on the existing pathways along the Esplanade.


    CLICK HERE to view the updated concept plans for this project.


  • Project Update - 21 December 2023

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    The updated Progress Jetty Precinct Master Plan was endorsed by Councillors at the 28 November 2023 Council meeting.

    Stage-1 of works will include tree planting along the Esplanade and the connecting footpath between the Yacht Club and the Progress Jetty Precinct. Delivery of Stage-1 will commence in 2024.

    Council officers are currently writing a submission for funding to the Commonwealth Growing Regions Fund for completion of both the Paynesville Foreshore and the redevelopment of the Gippsland Lakes Yacht Club. The submission process is significant, and an outcome will not be known until 2024.

    Council will allocate funding through the 23/24 budget to complete stage-1 of the Progress Jetty upgrade works if the submission for funding is unsuccessful.


    East Gippsland Shire Council Meeting - 28 November 2023 - YouTube

    1:31:20 President of the Paynesville BTA speaks to the Paynesville Progress Jetty Revised Masterplan

  • Project Update - 14 November 2023

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    Further community consultation was undertaken in September 2023, with two drop-in sessions at the Paynesville library meeting rooms providing local traders with opportunity to review the final masterplan and provide comments prior to bringing the designs back to Councilors for review.

    Feedback from local traders was positive and highlighted that the water play elements within the plan are a major focal point for activating the precinct and are a key consideration for the compromise on changed parking arrangements.

    The final masterplan is available to view in the documents section, or click on the link - Revised concept plan - October 2023

  • Project Update 3 April 2023

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    The project is progressing well, with the consultants starting to scope out what the costs will be associated with the various construction areas.

    Council will meet with the Project Reference Group (PRG) again in April and have initial discussions about the options based on what funding is available.

    Staging of works still has to occur, so we are working with the PRG to find a balance which help to activate the foreshore with additional green space but also provide local traders with enough carparks.

    Three documents are available in the documents section of this page, or click on the links below -

    Suggested tree planting

    Suggested furniture and features

    Landscaping


  • Project Update 29/11/2022

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    The preliminary road, drainage and landscape design is progressing.

    The Project Reference Group is meeting regularly with representation from;

    • Paynesville Yacht Club,
    • Paynesville Arts and Craft Centre,
    • Local traders and
    • The Paynesville Business & Tourism Association
  • Project Update - 1/03/2022

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    The Progress Jetty Masterplan has been updated with minor amendments to the foreshore car parking (design feature 13) to allow addition width for vehicle movement

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