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Final Report issued 04.06.2009 by rwa.

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Main Street

Mornington Park

Port Phillip Bay

Mornington Centro

Shopping Centre

Town Hall

Police

Station

Foreword

Introduction and Key Plan

Section 1 Framework

Concept / Moments and Principles / The Plans

Concept Plans

Section 2 Moments

Empire Mall

Hilltop Square

Micro Parks

Entry Treatments

Laneway Treatments

Bus Stops

Pedestrian Crossings

Section 3 Principles

Lighting Concept by Light Well Design

Design for Access and Mobility

Usability

Environmentally Sustainable Design / WSUD

Micro-climate / Street Ecology

Section 4 Style Guide

Materials, Colours and Textures

Street Furniture and Signage

Planting Palette – Canopy

Planting Palette – Understorey

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Main Street

Alexandra Park Oval

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Aerial view of study area and context

Foreword

The Mornington Peninsula Shire adopted the Mornington

Activity Centre Structure Plan – A plan for a Coastal Town

in July 2007.

The Structure Plan aims to build on the current success of

Mornington by ensuring that Main Street remains the focus

of the centre in the long term.

The Structure Plan identifi es that the following key principles

be adopted:

The low scale built form in Main Street and its • heritage assets are to be protected.

Active frontages along the street are to be supported • and maintained.

The pedestrian network is to remain centred on • Main Street.

The through-road function of the street is to be • gradually reduced.

Pedestrian safety and amenity is to be promoted • over vehicle movements.

More useable space is to be provided in Main Street • for the public and for community activities.

In order to achieve these outcomes – over time – a range

of streetscape, landscaping works and traffi c measures are

proposed for Main Street.

Given the long term approach for these projects it is

important that they are undertaken in the coordinated

context of an overall Design Framework for Main Street.

This document is that Design Framework – in draft format

for public consultation.

This Framework illustrates the long term future for Main Street

and outlines:

How the public space in the street is to be arranged for • various uses; increasing opportunities for public use

and pedestrian amenity;

How a coordinated and attractive streetscape can be • achieved;

How the design and safety of public space can be • improved;

How overall Main Street can become a better place for • the community to enjoy.

This Framework will guide:

The design of construction plans for streetscape • works,

The gradual improvement of street furniture and • landscaping,

Requirements for streetscape works in planning • permits for developments.

The Framework shows in a range of plans what is envisaged for

the long term future of Main Street.

The photos and pictures are illustrations only to indicate

potential ways of achieving the improvements envisaged.

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Key PlanIntroduction

Main Street is located at the heart of Mornington, being

the commercial and social centre for the town and the

surrounding areas. The street is an important link between

Port Phillip Bay and the hinterland of the peninsula. There

is a strong association with the Bay and its presence is felt

throughout the length of the street.

This Streetscape Design Framework for Mornington Main

Street builds on the adopted structure plan for the area.

The site stretches for 1.6km between Vale Street and the

Esplanade, taking in links and connections to Main Street

from surrounding retail, residential and parking areas. The

study area encompasses laneways and shop frontages. This

document responds to the local design language in order to

highlight and develop the existing character of the street.

The proposals in this document are centred on a series of

recurring ‘Moments’ that provide legibility to the street.

These moments form links, providing spaces for rest and

relaxation, social activity and can be united for large events.

A series of streetscape treatments enliven the street,

identifying opportunities for kerb side trading, alfresco

dining and spaces to pause and take in the street-life. This

proposal will provide new legibility to the street, enhancing

amenity, access and identity.

The document is divided into four sections.

Section 1 ‘Framework’: outlines the future • possibilities and concepts for the street.

Section 2 ‘Moments’: focuses in detail on key • situations including Empire Mall and Hilltop

Square and ‘Moments’ such as ‘Micro Parks’, Entry

Treatments, Laneway Treatments, Bus Stops and

Pedestrian Crossings.

Section 3 ‘Principles’: outlines the design • principles applied to the street as a whole.

Section 4 ‘Style Guide’: provides the suite of • materials, furniture and planting to achieve the

street identity.

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Section 1 Framework

Concept / Moments and Principles / The Plans

Concept Plans

Conceptual typical Section A-A; Scale 1:1000

(for location on plan refer page 09)

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01 Continuation of Existing Brick Paving

02 Bus Stops

03 Existing Laneway

04 Sandstone Paving Inserts

05 Porous Paving Inserts

06 Ground Cover Planting

07 Bike Rack Locations

08 Seating Locations

09 Bin Locations

10 Tree Category 1: Entry

11 Tree Category 3: Street

12 Tree Category 2: Feature

13 Existing Trees of Signifi cance to be Retained

Legend for concept plans

Footpath brick

paving

Building front

along

Main Street

Footpath brick

paving

Sandstone paving

insert

Porous paving

with street trees

and bench

Porous paving

with street

trees

Asphalt road Parallel

parking along

footpath

Concept

Drawing on the natural and agricultural context of

Mornington, the design language utilises key materials and

elements to complement the existing features of the street

and unite the length. Plane trees and brick paving are

complemented with timber decking or alternative pavement

treatments and sandstone elements, and softened with

coastal and vine planting. The planting choices are selected

to be robust and enhance the amenity of the street.

Street furniture such as traditional benches are used in

conjunction with stacked sandstone seating elements,

vineyard inspired shade structures, new lighting and

paving inserts.

The street has a combination of wide and narrow areas

and the design seeks to make use of the space and widen

narrow passages for ease of access. Areas of the street

have been identifi ed for ‘Micro Parks’ which take advantage

of wide pavements. Accessibility and comfort have been

aff orded to sloping sections with the insertion of decks.

Water sensitive systems have been incorporated into the

pavement design.

Specially selected street trees form threads between spaces,

creating a whole street identity.

Moments and Principles

The overall concept aims to transform the street into a

series of smaller, identifi able spaces and segments. These

street segments consist of recurring moments such as

entry and laneway treatments, micro-parks, pedestrian

crossings and bus stops. The moments within each section

attempt not only to provide an individual identity for each

street segment, but also through their recurrence on the

larger scale, unify the street and transform it into a space

designed to stimulate and delight the pedestrian user.

Principles have been applied across the broader scale of the

design, as opposed to design Moments, which seek to create

identity within defi ned segments as well as a consistent

character along the entire street. These Principles are

primarily of an environmental nature and seek to enhance

the urban ecology; however they also incorporate planning

requirements such as ‘Design for Access and Disability’

(DDA), usability and lighting standards.

The Plans – How to read the plans in

conjunction with the legend?

The intention of the following plans is to illustrate the Concept

and identify the individual Moments which comprise it. Principles

are not shown as they are applied at a broader scale and will be

given a written explanation in section 3 of this document.

In section 2 of this document these moments will be explained

and examined in a larger scale. A number of coloured inserts

are shown along the street whereby the yellow insert indicates

new sandstone paving, the brown one new porous paving and

the green additional ground cover planting areas.

Although there currently exist a number of pedestrian crossings,

for the most part these are new elements, proposed in order to

prioritise pedestrian movement.

The legend points out several seating, bike rack and bin

locations. These are indicative only and recur at regular intervals

in accordance with established design Principles. The species

of individual tree plantings is defi ned by their location within

a defi ned moment or along the length of the street. Therefore

they belong to categories which will be explained on page 30.

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Concept Plan 01

Concept Plan 01 Scale 1:1000

Key Plan

New roundabout for

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Entry Treatment

see page 16

Entry Treatment

see page 16

Additional Zebra

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Additional Kerb

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Micro Park

see page 15

Micro Park

see page 15

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Kerb Outstand

Widening

Entry Treatment

see page 16

Pedestrian Crossing

see page 17

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Micro Park

see page 15

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Empire Mall

see page 13

Micro Park

see page 15

Additional Zebra Crossing

Hilltop Square

see page 14

Pedestrian Crossing

Widening

see page 17

Existing seating

locations to be retained

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Micro Park

see page 15

Pedestrian Crossing Widening

see page 17

Entry Treatment

see page 16

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see page 17

Entry Treatment

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Section 2 Moments

Empire Mall

Hilltop Square

Micro Parks

Entry Treatments

Laneway Treatments

Bus Stops


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Scale 1:300

Illustration by rwa_View from Main Street into Empire Mall Precedent Image of a green wall

3D Visualisation by rwa from Main Street into Empire Mall 3D Visualisation by rwa from end of Empire Mall towards Main Street

Precedent Image for a play element (by Urban Art Projects)

Main Street

Octavia Street

Extended kerb outstand with additional

seating element

Flush boardwalk connecting Main Street

and Empire Mall

Single play elements

Ramped Deck connecting footpath and

play area

Additional seats to existing raised brick

paving edge to play area

Play area

Green wall with grape vines and other

climbers as a mall feature

Seating group of benches with backrest

around feature tree in tree pit

Silver lightpoles with grape-shaped light

bulbs providing soft light

Restored historic fountain with seating

wall of sandstone slabs around fountain

base

Sandstone pavers to frame memorial

fountain

Porous paving to tree pit with seating

elements

Garden bed with native grasses, tree and

seating elements

Existing sandstone wall defi nes end of

Empire Mall

Additional pedestrian zebra crossing for

safer access to adjacent carpark

Empire Mall

Empire Mall is the only dedicated external pedestrian space

within the study area. The design includes new elements

and feature materials to enhance the space and continue

the language of the Main Street proposal.

Key initiatives within Empire Mall include:

integrated sandstone paving to match the existing • wall at the southern end of the Mall;

planted green wall adjacent to the playground;• tree species providing shelter and shade;• timber or alternative material boardwalks extending • from the street into the mall with ramped access

into the playground;

improved pedestrian circulation;• improved amenity including a new furniture palette, • restored lighting poles with new fi ttings and

additional play elements;

the existing memorial will including reinstatement • of the original bluestone plinth and new sandstone

seating.

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Scale 1:300

Pictures left and above: Precedent Images for Streetscape

improvement on Hilltop Square

Enlarged Kerb

outstand

Entry treatment

[see page 16]

Kerb outstand

widening with

porous paving

insert

Bike racks Additional pedestrian

crossing

Kerb outstand widening with

additional seat and feature tree

in garden bed

Existing kerb

line

Main Street

Blake Street

Bin Bench seat

with backrest

Kerb outstand

widening with feature

tree and custom seat

in garden bed

Pedestrian

Crossing

[see page 17]

Hilltop Square

Hilltop Square is situated on Main Street between Empire Mall

and Blake Street and has been identifi ed as an area of intense

pedestrian activity. The Square is located in a favourable

situation with clear views to the bay and within close vicinity of

the Empire Mall. The wide footpaths accommodate the weekly

Wednesday Market, where local traders pitch their stalls on

both sides of Hilltop Square.

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Garden bed with

native grass

planting

Deck Sandstone paving surrounded

by deck

Planting to

edge of deck

Porous Paving

Conceptual Layout of a Micro Park; Scale 1:200

Elevation of a Micro Park; not to scale

Picture left and centre: 3D Visualisation of a Micro Park

- daylight and nighttime

Picture right: Precedent image describing possible materials and

arrangement for a Micro Park.

Flush

deck

Raised platform - timber or

alternative material - with

step edge for informal

seating

Shade structure Bin Pedestrian crossing

[see page 17]

Flush sandstone

insert

Street trees in

porous paving

Timber post and

wire fence with

grape planting

Raised deck - timber

or alternative

material - with

angled seat

Bike racks

Micro Parks

‘Micro Parks’ are ‘park-like’ moments along the street

off ering locations for pausing, relaxing and enjoying the

street environment. The Micro Parks are accommodated

within the pavement area and their shape and size are

determined by the fl ow of vehicles and pedestrians through

the street.

Key initiatives within each Micro Park include:

native and indigenous feature trees to provide • shade and shelter from direct sun and wind, and

when in fl ower, contribute to the ‘beautifi cation’ of

the streetscape;

fencing to the Micro Parks is adorned with grape • planting in reference to local vineyards;

existing trees of signifi cance will be integrated into • the design of each Micro Park;

new structures will provide additional shade • between tree canopies and art opportunities as

well as public seating;

public amenity improved with custom-made • furniture using a variety of materials;

ease of access throughout the park;• raised decks of timber or sandstone will balance • the fall on sloping sections allowing for greater

comfort and access to spaces;

employment of a common material palette to tie • the parks together;

Water Sensitive Urban Design and Environmentally • Sustainable Design principles will be incorporated

into each Micro Park design through integrated

stormwater management and effi cient water usage/

reuse.

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Conceptual Layout of an Entry Treatment ; Scale 1:200 Canopy element

Example of a light installation (Sydney)

Example of a light installation (Sydney)

Bench seat

Existing

kerb line

Where possible entry

treatment is to combine

with pedestrian crossing

Widened footpath

to house garden

bed and entry tree

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Entry Treatments

Entry points are identifi ed as the intersection of streets at Main

Street, where roundabouts often occur. The entry treatments

will highlight the streets presence and defi ne each section of

Main Street.

Key initiatives for Entry treatments include:

widening of the footpath and utilisation of the parking • setback at intersections to emphasise the pedestrian

entrance to Main Street;

reducing vehicle speed to enhance the pedestrians • safety;

new garden beds which act as buff ers between the • parking bays and footpath;

native trees to defi ne entry points and provide shade • and wind protection;

additional locations for appropriate street signage.•

Laneway Treatments

Laneways connect Main Street with surrounding parking

facilities, residential streets, other retail areas and open

spaces. The laneways off er opportunities to improve safety and

increase amenity to the street. Their improvement will provide

Mornington with unique, safe spaces which enhance circulation

for pedestrians to the surrounding area. The design will focus

on safety and access and could be achieved through ideas such

as:

introduction of art elements to evoke interest and • ownership of the space by the community;

use of Main Street’s overall material and colour palette • to integrate the laneways with Main Street;

appropriate planting to soften the character of the • laneways;

installation of lighting features to enliven the spaces at • night;

appropriate signage to highlight entry points to the • laneways and access routes

where possible, laneways and active frontages should • be widened through acquisition of adjoining land.

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Raised Zebra Crossing

with footpath coloured

paving

Increased footpath and

kerb outstands around

pedestrian crossings

Asphalt

ramping upPictures below: Examples of modern street bus shelters

Pictures below: Examples of bus shelters incorporating public art or

contributing to a sustainable community through a green roof

3D visualisation of a possible typical pedestrian crossing

Bus Stops

As part of the Mornington Main Street Streetscape Design

Framework, new shelters at bus stops should be installed

in conjunction with the upgrading of bus timetabling.

Key initiatives for Bus Stops include:

ensuring their position is appropriate for street • users and numbers of people waiting for the bus;

provision of weather protection through new • shelters;

appropriate seating opportunities;• designs which are sympathetic to the overall • proposed street scheme;

provision is made for timetables and other relevant • signage, rubbish bins and ashtrays;

the space and seating elements will be accessible • by all

off ering potential for innovative design and/or • public art.


Additional pedestrian crossings are proposed for Main Street,

making crossing safer and more frequent.

Key initiatives for Pedestrian crossings include:

appropriate signage highlighting the crossing to • pedestrians and drivers;

raised zebra crossings at footpath level to slow traffi c • and emphasise pedestrian priority;

the colours and the materials are the same as on the • footpath to provide a continues walking route;

provision of better access particularly for the disabled, • elderly and prams;

groundcover vegetation adjacent to crossings to enable • clear views between pedestrians and vehicles.

Conceptual Layout of a Pedestrian Crossing; Scale 1:200

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Section 3 Principles

Lighting Concept by Light Well Design

Design for Access and Mobility

Usability

Environmentally Sustainable Design / WSUD

Micro-climate / Street Ecology

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Night lighting plan showing concept for Main Street (area between Ross Street and Blake Street )

Indicative feature luminaire catenary arrangement

View showing impression of proposed lighting Lighting examples below

Lighting Design Concept

Three types of lighting are proposed along the street to

highlight key spaces and provide a safe and engaging

space for safe use at all hours.

1.0 Catenary System

The catenary system is only suggested for selected areas

within Main Street as a unique contemporary signature.

The system will:

provide excellent illumination with minimal clutter • at street level;

Evoke the feeling of a subtle ceiling to the street;• allow for fl exible coordinated poles within the • streetscape elements and trees.

2.0 Feature luminaries

Feature luminaries will be used to emphasise a ‘festive’

character at specifi c moments in the street.

This system will:

incorporate a standard roadway lighting luminar-• ies;

include a custom housing unit featuring a lighting • element on metered supply;

low maintenance, energy effi cient sources for area • lighting – CFL or possibly LED;

consider dimming options to provide o varying light levels

provide additional energy savingo variable ‘P’ category levels – peak night-o time periods versus. low use periods

employ robust, low maintenance construction;• provide vandal resistant design;• be upgradable to allow for incorporation of more • effi cient technologies

3.0 Standard area luminaries

To balance the streetscape lighting and highlight the

linearity of the street, a standard pole top luminaire will be

used. Wide varieties of pole top luminaires are available

and will be subject to authority approval.

The standard luminaries will:

be a refl ected pole top light which will provide soft, • low-glare light;

provide good, even coverage along the street;• employ more vandal resistant luminaries;• be low maintenance and use energy effi cient.•

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Raised layered sandstone

deck for seating

Ramped deck with

seating element

Bollards to guarantee

safety at deck edge

Deck ramping down to

meet footpath level

Deck starts ramping up to

extended brick pavement

Deck to be fl ush at

footpath level

Continuous path of travel

without grade change

Flush sandstone

inserts

Marquees during

market day

Footpath

wideningExisting wall and garden bed

Possible market stall arrangement showing 3x3m market stalls; Scale 1:200

Picture upper: A typical accessible bus stop

Picture right: Example of equal access within a streetscape

Picture upper: Possible market stall arrangement

Picture right: Precedent image of a street market

Conceptual Layout of a Micro Park; Scale 1:200

Design for Access and Mobility (DDA)

Equity of access, DDA standards and the recommendations of the

Mornington Peninsula Shire Disability Consultative Committee

have been applied to the design wherever possible.

Key initiatives include:

a 1.8m level ‘clear zone’ for access along shop • frontages;

even pavement surfaces and paving junctions to limit • trip hazards;

raised features are accessible by ramps meeting DDA • standards;

tactile ground surface indicators are used where • appropriate to indicate level changes, material changes,

crossings, steps and ramps etc.;

public seating is designed with inclusive space • for wheelchairs, with appropriate hand rests and

accessibility;

a gradual level change along the street is maintained • with no sudden changes in grade;

all materials within the palette will be slip-resistant in • wet and dry conditions;

bollards will be used to separate pedestrians and traffi c • at key points.

Usability

By maximising the usable area of Main Street, adjoining

laneways and Empire Mall, the street environment aff ords a

greater fl exibility of use. Improvement to the environment for

existing events such as the Wednesday Market also provides

spaces for larger events to be accommodated. Treatments to the

street and pavements described in the proposals also make day-

to-day activities more pleasant for users through improvement

to the structure and legibility necessary amenities.

Key initiatives include:

use of durable and low maintenance surfaces that can • be cleaned quickly and more easily after events;

additional amenity throughout the street;• additional protection from the sun and wind through • shade structures and vegetation.

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A dense tree canopy

acting as wind break from

bay winds

Shade tree canopy

providing shade to

large areas

Additional understorey

planting

Coloured light materials

with low specifi c heat

Picture 02: Example of water sensitive design in practice

Picture 01: Example of water sensitive design in practice Picture above: New street trees will generate shade on the footpath and

an improved microclimate

Plan demonstrating street tree positioning and shadow fall on Main Street; Scale 1:200

Environmentally Sustainable Design (ESD)

and Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD)

The proposed design for Main Street acknowledges the

unique natural environment within close proximity to urban

Main Street with the integration of sustainable systems.

Key ESD and WSUD initiatives include:

choosing recycled materials or materials of local • provenance wherever possible;

increase use of permeable surfaces;• recycling of existing materials;• planting indigenous and native vegetation to • improve local ecology and habitat opportunities;

use of drought tolerant plants to reduce irrigation;• employing sustainable construction methods;• installing low-voltage lighting;• integrating Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD) • principles into the design by:

water retention on site;o use of stormwater as a resource through o capture and reuse for non-potable

purposes

For example reuse for irrigation of public

spaces in Main Street and toilet fl ushing;

And to achieve:• Improvement of the water quality;o minimise drainage infrastructure cost.o

Microclimate (Street Ecology)

Main Street has an elevated topography exposing the street to

strong, salty wind conditions from the coast and extreme sun

in the hotter months. The proposed design will address the

street’s exposure to these elements through the following key

initiatives:

adding new shade trees and shade structures to extend • summer shade;

providing respite areas to minimise the eff ects of • adverse weather;

adding vegetation along Main Street to provide wind-• breaks;

utilising salt-resistant plant species;• using evergreens which will guarantee year-round • shade and protection from sun and wind;

using materials which minimise glare and have low • specifi c heat.

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Section 4 Style Guide



Planting Palette – Canopy

Planting Palette – Understorey

Mt. Angus Sandstone

> Located on the raised deck moments

> Creates a warm and coastal appearance

> A very strong and durable material

Brick Paver

> Currently used as Morningtons Main footpath material

> Creates an visual continuity throughout the street

> Bricks will be re-used within the design where possible

Recycled Timber

> Used for raised and fl ush timber decks

> Recycled timber contributes to a sustainable and

environmentally friendly street

> Softens the hard paving

Castlemaine Slate

> Used for feature paving moments

> As a highlight throughout the street it accentuates Main

Street

> Local quarry stone

Porous Paving

> Used within vegetated areas to provide passive irrigation

> Strong enough to tolerate heavy weights over a short period

and constant pedestrian traffi c

> Supports water sensitive urban design principles

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The proposed design for Main Street draws inspiration from

the surrounding landscape, connecting the coast and the

hinterland with vineyards character through colour, texture

and vegetation. This connection is important for the town’s

historic and contemporary identity, and off ers inspiration for

a streetscape which emphasises the town’s rich context.

The palette of materials including paving and street furniture

is drawn from these infl uences and creates a consistent and

identifi able streetscape.

To complement the existing plane trees and brick paving

the following materials have been chosen as the palette for

the proposed Main Street design.

Tree guard from Street Furniture

Australia with square grate

Stainless Steel tree guard from

Street Furniture Australia

Litter Bin enclosure from Furphy

Foundry (top entry)

Stainless Steel Litter Bin (top

entry) from Commercial Systems

Australia

Bicycle Rail (Stainless Steel) from

Furphy Foundry

Stainless steel Drinking Fountain

from Furphy Foundry matching Bin

Drinking Fountain (Heavy

Aluminium) from Commercial

Systems Australia

Bollard Stainless

Steel from Furphy

Foundry

Bollard Monash

from Furphy

Foundry

Omega Seat from Furphy Foundry

Civic Seat from Furphy Foundry: as

addition to Metro seat with curved

timber profi le to enhance seating

comfort

Civic Bench from Furphy Foundry

as matching addition to Civic Seat

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Council Palette

(to be used for all new works and to replace existing

furniture as required)

Council Palette

Additional Elements(as an alternative to the Councils palette)

Additional Elements


Street furniture will consist of traditional benches, seating

elements constructed from stacked sandstone and/or recycled

timber, vineyard-inspired shade structures, lighting and decked

paving inserts.

The furniture palette includes Council’s preferred palette and

pieces selected to complement design themes and materials.

Bike racks will be located on both sides of the road for greater

accessibility and spaced according to safety and access

standards. Bins and drinking fountains will also be spaced

appropriately on both sides of the street.

Planting Palette - Canopy

Local and native plants contribute to the character of Main

Street by bringing the street’s ecological context into the

public space. Vividly fl owering native species are favoured,

alongside indigenous specimens, to complement the

existing deciduous Plane trees and highlight the season.

Adherence to the Shire’s policy regarding planting of native

and indigenous tree species and minimising the negative

eff ects of wind and sun on Main Street together with salt

tolerance, have been major considerations in choosing

proposed tree species and planting locations.

The trees on Main Street have been divided into three

categories depending on their design function

> Category 1: Entry Trees

Native trees of columnar stature to defi ne the beginning of a new

idea of area. These tall trees growing up to 10m will allow views

under their canopy, guarantee necessary clearance for vehicles

and pedestrians

> Existing Trees to be retained

> Category 2: Feature Trees

Identify zones of attention like Micro Parks and pedestrian

crossings, native and colourful fl owering trees, planted in

groups of one species

> Category 3: Street Trees

Small trees will green the street and provide shade for passers

by, without interrupting views at pedestrian crossings or at

laneway intersections with Main Street, etc.

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Platanus x acerifoliaLondon Plane

< 30m

Corymbia macculataSpotted Gum

< 20m

Eucalyptus viminalisManna Gum

< 25m

Eucalyptus radiataNarrow leafed Peppermint

< 20m

Tristaniopsis laurinaWater Gum

< 8m

Ulmus parvifoliaChinese Elm

< 13m

Pyrus calleryana

‘chanticleer’Callery Pear

< 12m

Acer x freemaniiAutumn Blaze

< 15m

Allocasuarina

verticillataDrooping Sheok

< 10m

Melaleuca lanceolataBlack Tea Tree

< 8m

Planting Palette - Canopy

Tree selection for Main Street suggested by Council.

> Existing Trees to be retained

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Platanus x acerifoliaLondon Plane

< 30m

Ulmus parvifoliaChinese Elm

< 13m

Tristaniopsis laurinaWater Gum

< 8m

Pyrus calleryana

‘chanticleer’Callery Pear

< 12m

Myoporum insulareCommon Boobialla

< 6m

Allocasuarina

verticillataDrooping Sheok

< 10m

> Exotics - fl owering and deciduous > Tall Shrubs> Native Trees

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> Small Shrubs

Suitable for mass planting beds

> Grasses > Groundcovers

> Climbers

Located in ‘Micro Gardens’ with climbing structures

Clematis microphyllaSmall-Leaf Clematis

Chrysocephalum

apiculatumCommon Everlasting

Correa refl exaCommon Correa

Poa poiformisCoast Tussock-grass

Lomandra fi liformisWattle Mat Rush

Dianella longifoliaLong Leaf Flax-lily

Dianella revolutaFlax-lily

Kennedia prostrataRunning Postman

Myoporum parvifoliumCreeping Boobialla

Gompholobium huegeliiCommon Wedge-pea

Bossiaea prostrataCreeping Bossiaea

Ornamental Grape Vine

To edges of garden beds

with mass planting

Provide subtle

colour throughout

mass planted beds

Suitable for planting at

garden bed edges.

Planting Palette - Understorey

Native and indigenous plants for the understorey have

been selected primarily for their relevance to the coastal

context, seasonal colour and suitability for use in public

landscapes. They exhibit a variety of texture, height and

form and constitute the garden beds throughout the street,

as well as detailed planting in the ‘Micro Parks’. Shrubs

and groundcover species should be maintained between

500-1000mm and grouped to match fl owering tree species.

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