Town Green / Town Square Development

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Thank you for your interest in this project. Consultation has now concluded.

Aerial view of Town Green and Town Square

The northern end of Horton St and Town Green East will soon benefit from major facelifts, with preliminary works starting in the coming week (commencing March 20th 2017).

The project will see the construction of a new Town Square (at the northern end of Horton St) and Stage 1 of an upgrade to the Town Green to ensure these spaces meet future community needs. This will result in more vibrant and useable spaces for the many events, experiences and activities that occur and to see these spaces act as major drawcards for locals and visitors.

During works there will be restricted vehicle access to the Town Square loop, with additional disabled parking being provided in Clarence Street. Pedestrian access and access to businesses will be maintained at all times.

Further construction on the new Town Square is expected to commence in June, with specific timing to be confirmed once a construction contractor has been engaged.

The development of the new Town Square is a Town Centre Master Plan (TCMP) project, funded through contributions levied on commercial property owners within the Port Macquarie CBD. The TCMP is also contributing funds towards the Town Green upgrade.

Community engagement for the Town Centre Master Plan (including Town Square and Town Green) occurred and was completed in 2014.

The northern end of Horton St and Town Green East will soon benefit from major facelifts, with preliminary works starting in the coming week (commencing March 20th 2017).

The project will see the construction of a new Town Square (at the northern end of Horton St) and Stage 1 of an upgrade to the Town Green to ensure these spaces meet future community needs. This will result in more vibrant and useable spaces for the many events, experiences and activities that occur and to see these spaces act as major drawcards for locals and visitors.

During works there will be restricted vehicle access to the Town Square loop, with additional disabled parking being provided in Clarence Street. Pedestrian access and access to businesses will be maintained at all times.

Further construction on the new Town Square is expected to commence in June, with specific timing to be confirmed once a construction contractor has been engaged.

The development of the new Town Square is a Town Centre Master Plan (TCMP) project, funded through contributions levied on commercial property owners within the Port Macquarie CBD. The TCMP is also contributing funds towards the Town Green upgrade.

Community engagement for the Town Centre Master Plan (including Town Square and Town Green) occurred and was completed in 2014.

Thank you for your interest in this project. Consultation has now concluded.
  • HELP BRING OUR NEW TOWN SQUARE TO LIFE

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    If you’ve got a great idea on how we can celebrate and create a vibrant atmosphere in our new Town Square over the busy summer period, then Council would like to hear from you.

    Expressions of interest are being sought for events and activities that will attract locals and visitors, provide a great community atmosphere and really bring the space to life.

    The upgrade to the Town Square provides a versatile space that can continue to be used for central car parking, and also transformed to accommodate events, business activities and community celebrations.
    Groups, organisations and individuals can apply to Council to hold an event or activity, with the successful ideas receiving assistance from Council. This includes obtaining the necessary approvals and helping with the required paperwork.

    Council will also actively promote the event or activity to assist in making it a success.

    The community can submit ideas at pmhc.nsw.gov.au/town-square-events or by calling Council on 6581 8111.


  • Town Green works continuing

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    Work is continuing on the $1.1M upgrade of Town Green. All stormwater, rock protection, lighting and paths have now been completed with work now focused on irrigation systems, street furniture and preparation for placement of turf and further landscaping.

  • Town Green and Town square works marching along

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    Town Green:

    • Existing pathways have been removed.
    • Existing power and lighting facilities have been removed
    • 2500t of large rock has been added to the existing seawall and is complete
    • Storm water upgrades and water main relocation is complete
    • 5m wide restaurant promenade is complete
    • 5m wide coloured concrete foreshore path is nearing completion
    • Provision of irrigation systems throughout the site have commenced
    • Linking pathways between foreshore path and restaurant promenade will commence in the coming weeks
    • New restaurant promenade lighting, seating and established plants to be installed in the coming weeks
    • New turf and garden landscaping to commence in the coming weeks
    • Works are due for completion November 2017 (weather permitting)
    • Works are progressing ahead of schedule

    Town Square:

    • New concrete surfaces are approximately 70% complete
    • Concrete and stone paving works have commenced to the northern end of the site and are moving south progressively
    • The majority of light pole footings and planter boxes have been installed
    • All underground electrical and water services have been installed
    • Light poles are due to be delivered in coming weeks
    • Mature trees and plants are due to be installed from next week
    • Cenotaph embellishment works are currently being undertaken with memorial plinths already having been relocated and stone cladding works due to commence this week
    • The cenotaph will be available for remembrance day as previously reported
    • Works are progressing as per schedule and are due for completion prior to the busy Christmas holiday period in mid-December this year (weather permitting)
  • Town Green restaurant promenade now open

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    Town green works are progressing well with the following updates

    • Restaurant Promenade open to public
    • Seawall reconstruction works complete
    • Major stormwater upgrades complete
    • Foreshore Promenade commenced


  • Town Square progress report

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    Developments at Town Square have been progressing well with the following works:

    • Service relocations complete
    • In situ concrete works are now more than 50% complete
    • Concrete and bluestone paving works commencing this week.
    • The majority of tree planter beds and light post footings have been installed
    • Underground electrical reticulation mostly complete
    • Footpaths progressively being reconstructed.
    • Works are generally on program.

  • Town Square works to commence Monday 5 June

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    The project will see the transformation of the popular Town Square into a more vibrant, usable and accessible space, providing an attractive new gathering environment for locals and visitors to the CBD.

    Local businesses and the community will benefit from a new, open and inviting space that will be a real drawcard for families and visitors, and add to the wonderful facilities that are provided within the CBD and along our foreshore.The area will be transformed to include new al fresco dining areas and wider footpaths, with new seating and feature lighting making the area a more inviting place to relax. Mature tree specimens will replace the old trees, allowing for clear views to the river from Clarence Street and to provide extra shade.

    In addition, removable bollards will be installed to allow for the square to be easily transformed into a vehicle free pedestrian plaza for events, markets and festivals.

    During the works pedestrian access to all businesses will be maintained, with vehicles having restricted access to the Town Square loop. Disabled parking will be relocated to Clarence Street for the duration of the work.

    Work is expected to be completed prior to the busy Christmas holiday period in mid-December this year (subject to favourable weather conditions and unforseen delays).

    Please refer to more information and answers to frequently asked questions.


  • Works to upgrade Town Green will commence on Monday 15 May

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    Works to upgrade Town Green will commence on Monday 15 May as part of major facelifts taking place in the Port Macquarie CBD, in accordance with the Town Centre Master Plan.

    Town Green East will be a hive of activity as Stage 1 works get underway to renovate and transform this popular central green space.

    To allow for the implementation of the new design, existing trees will be removed and replaced with established trees, new turf and irrigations systems.

    A new, wider 5 metre concrete path along the foreshore will provide a more comfortable and accessible link between Lady Nelson Wharf and the breakwall, and new lighting and seating will create a more usable and relaxing space.

    The sea wall will also be rejuvenated, with 2,500 tonnes of new rock being brought in to protect the area. Stormwater upgrades will occur and the existing power and lighting will be replaced to make the area more appealing.

    Pedestrian access between the Town Square and breakwall will be maintained, however the community are asked to exercise caution as the works take place.

    Works are scheduled for completion in November this year, subject to favourable weather and unforeseen delays.