Why is this project taking place?
An upgrade of the Boddington Town Centre was identified as a key priority during community consultation for the development of the Council Plan 2022-2032.
The need for the upgrade is driven by factors including:
- Ageing infrastructure ‐ including seating, footpaths, kerbs and landscaping;
- The desire to increase tourism activity
- Car parking accessibility
The project will consider priority areas for improvement such as:
- New and upgraded footpaths;
- New streetscape furniture including seats, signs, public art and bins; and
- Additional landscaping, including more or replacement street trees.
How much will the project cost?
The total project cost, including significant elements such as undergrounding of power, is $6,612,499. The project will be progressed in logical stages as funding becomes available.
What is the timing of construction?
It is likely that project will be staged over 4 years from 2023/24 to 2027/28.
What's Happened to Date?
Public engagement occurred in early 2023, with community submissions presented to Council at the July Ordinary Council Meeting 2023, at which time Council adopted the Final Masterplan.
Project elements that were completed in 2023/24 include:
- Installation of vibrant street bins depicting images of the local area and key events
- Planting of trees along Bannister Road
- Removal of the fence surrounding the Old School to open up the area into a welcoming space
- Installation of Street Banners
- Installation of 3 murals:
The first mural on the southern wall of the Boddington Fire Brigade Shed, created by Jacob Butler 'Shakey' with Joseph Boin, tells the story of Henry Boddington, a shepherd from the late 1800s.
The second mural in Hotham Park, by Imogen Palmer, Hayley Smith, and Susan Respinger, showcases local flora and fauna, including the Western Whistler and Scarlet Robin.
The final mural along Bannister Road, by Georgina Paterson, features native flowers and birds like the New Holland Honey Eater and Red Tailed Cockatoo. These murals stand as a testament to Boddington's rich heritage and vibrant community spirit, reflecting the collective creativity and participation of local residents in mural surveys and workshops.
Town Hall Carpark Draft Design
Following community feedback, the Shire of Boddington is pleased to share the final draft design for the Town Hall Carpark as part of the Town Centre Revitalisation Project. The design includes several key improvements aimed at enhancing functionality, safety, and aesthetics in the town’s central area:
Carpark Sealing and Accessibility: The carpark and Peppercorn Lane will be sealed with asphalt, featuring 33 marked car parking bays, including two accessible bays to accommodate all users.
Improved Traffic Flow on Peppercorn Lane: The design establishes a one-way traffic flow on Peppercorn Lane, between Pollard Street and the Town Hall Carpark, improving safety and convenience.
Standpipe Relocation and Hydrant Installation: The standpipe will be relocated for easier access, with an emergency services hydrant installed nearby. As a result, community access to potable water will be provided at an alternative location.
Enhanced Landscaping: New landscaped areas will surround the Town Hall, bringing added greenery and visual appeal to the area.
Additionally, the draft design includes the replacement of the water main along Peppercorn Lane, strengthening the infrastructure to meet future needs.
