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MORDIALLOC CREEK MASTERPLAN DRAFT CONCEPT DESIGN REPORT

APRIL 2010

TAYLOR CULLITY LETHLEAN

2 MORDIALLOC CREEK MASTERPLAN

3 Introduction

4 Site

5 Context

6 History

7 Land-use

8 Traffi c concerns

9 Pedestrian concerns

10 Circulation

12 Environment

13 Vegetation analysis

14 Site analysis

18 Distinct qualities

24 Key issues

25 Preliminary stakeholder consultation

26 Vision

27 Approach

28 Key moves

35 Key ideas

44 Scenario 1

45 Scenario 2

46 Scenario 3

CONTENTS


This report summarises the fi rst stage of the masterplanning

for Mordialloc creek.

The report summarises a strategy that seeks to understand

the special qualities of the community and environmental

assets and provide a vision for its future. The analysis

phase has captured issues associated with environmental,

infrastructure, pedestrian, boating, traffi c, land use and

visual impact issues.

The report then identifi es key qualities that should inform

masterplanning ideas for comment and review.

In this way the strategy is a ‘vision’ not a fi xed blueprint and

therefore retains the necessary fl exibility to accommodate

future changes and circumstances whilst providing a clear

direction to Kingston City Council.

The broad aims of the strategy include:

Establish a publicly focused creek based visitor •

attraction.

Establish strong connections to the main street and •

train station and provide better pedestrian linkages and

vehicle access across the site.

Establish a distinct parkland quality that increases the •

area’s attraction and amenity

Create a safe, active community destination that has •

benefi ts to the greater Kingston community.

Create a creek and beach setting that fully capitalizes on •

it’s magnifi cent setting.

Resolution of traffi c and parking considerations •

including the barrier created by foreshore and creekside

carparks, as well as improve cycling provisions and

pedestrian and vehicle access.

INTRODUCTION

The consultancy investigated existing conditions along

the creek, parks and foreshore and analysis of the

broader context of Mordialloc by undertaking:

Site appraisal followed by detailed mapping and •

recording of fi ndings;

Extensive stakeholder consultation.•

Comprehensive study and review of existing •

documentation and reports;

Preparation of analysis plans and diagrams; and•

Inquiry into the risks posed by climate change as •

well as visitor considerations and other long term

opportunities.

The adoption of this initial phase of the masterplan

strategy and the ideas relating to path networks,

vegetation, facilities and parking shall provide a strong

foundation for realizing a memorable masterplan

outcome.

SITE


PETER SCULLIN RESERVE

MORDIALLOC SAILING CLUB

MORDIALLOC ISLAND

HAZEL PIERCE RESERVE

POMPEI’SLANDING

ATTENBOROUGHPARK

GEORGE WOODS RESERVE

The study site encompasses a diverse collection of creek,

park and beach side community assets.

In addition to the beach, Mordialloc Creek is a signifi cant

feature of the suburb. Pompei’s boat works are an

important host for a multitude of small motor boats and

yachts. This existing function creates a rich history of

boating use in the creak with many classic boats lining

the edges of the creek which may still be admired today.

Sharing a Port Phillip Bay shoreline with the Nepean

Highway, the Creek site is intersected by both rail and

road. Adjacent to the creek are important parks such as:

George Woods Reserve, Attenbrough Park, Hazel Pierce

Reserve and Peter Scullin Reserve.


CONTEXT

Located in the City of Kingston, Mordialloc is a bayside

suburb, located 24 km south-east from Melbourne’s

central business district.

Crossing Mordialloc creek, visitors gain their fi rst

glimpse of Port Phillip Bay from the Nepean Highway

travelling south. The Mordialloc railway station, part of

the Frankston railway line, is adjacent to the principal

shopping precinct and within walking distance to the

Creek and the Beach.

The Mordialloc creek plays host to a unique small scale

boating and fi shing community. Unique to the bay, the

boats, people and informal activity generated by the creek

greatly contribute to Mordialloc’s village feel.

Mordialloc’s location exposes the foreshore to some

unfavorable climatic conditions including wave surge

across and up the mouth of the creek as well as stiff

southerly breezes and the more forceful westerly winds.


HISTORY

Mordialloc Creek has a long and rich history. Prior to

European settlement the Bunurong people camped near

Mordialloc creek which was a rich hunting ground with

plentiful food and fresh water.

The following outlines a brief summary of signifi cant

milestones in the sites history.

- 1839 Stock grazing began

- 1840 First cattle licence granted at ‘Brittania Bay’

- 1854-60 Mordialloc bridge was constructed

- 1863 Main line of the road was proclaimed

- 1865 Mordialloc, a fi shing village, became a well known

picnic destination and seaside resort.

- 1880s Mordialloc had: 400 people, a racecourse, a good

pier and excellent baths, 2 hotels, a state school, 3 stores,

a Church of England, an esplanade, a park, boat sheds

and boat hire.

- 1881 Mordialloc Railway Station opened.

- 1926 Mordialloc Motor Yacht Club House was built on

Lambert’s Island, rebuilt by members in 1956.

- 1923 Mordialloc proclaimed town status

- 1934 Mordialloc sea baths were destroyed in a large storm

- 1936 -1968 Mordialloc Carnival

- 1982 Footbridge constructed over Mordialloc creek.-

- 1998 Mordialloc Racing Track closed and was sold for

housing.


LAND-USE

Apart from the Creek which forms the center of the study

area the remainder of the site is predominantly composed

of open space reserves with a range of community

facilities including play spaces, gardens, pathways and

car parking. Built form on the site is used for boat hire,

boating clubs, scouts, surf clubs, public facilities and

restaurants. Adjacent to the study area uses include

residential, education and retail.

Parking for cars exists along the foreshore and is in high

demand. The availability of spaces is compromised when

events are staged, such as sporting fi xtures and festivals,

where this space is given over to host these events on the

waterfront.

The Creek and Pier provide excellent opportunities for

boating, fi shing and other aquatic recreation, and the

shallow water along the shoreline provides safe swimming

for all ages.

Along the creek, people’s enjoyment of the waterside loca-

tion and recreational opportunities that exist is limited by

poor connectivity and a lack of amenity, destination and

facilities such as toilets. Shade and shelter is defi cient in

the parkland spaces other than the picnic areas in Atten-

brough park.


TRAFFIC CONCERNS

ARUP traffi c engineers and TCL have summarised the

primary traffi c issues within and adjacent to the study

area:

Beach Road safety and congestion•

Dominant foreshore parking•

Parking/pedestrian confl icts along Creek edge•

Safety and congestion issues relating to Nepean •

Highway and Beach Road roundabout.


PEDESTRIANCONCERNS

Arup traffi c engineers and TCL have summarised the

primary pedestrian issues within and adjacent to the

study area.

Poor connections along Creek•

Lack of surveillance and lighting•

Undefi ned and poor legibility of paths and connections•

Poor defi nition of pedestrian, bike and shared •

pathways.

Lack of pedestrian crossings across Nepean Highway.•


VEHICULAR & TRAIN MOVEMENT

The fl ow of traffi c and rail across the creek and

throughout the site is fundamental in understanding the

site from the perspective of cyclist, pedestrian and car

user.

Traffi c engineers ARUP have been engaged for this

masterplanning process, closely studying black-spots,

intersections, parking and circulation.

CIRCULATION


PEDESTRIAN FLOW

Pedestrian and bicycle connections were analyzed

and areas of disconnection or confl ict were identifi ed.

Additionally, carpark, rail and road crossings that were

seen as dangerous or disorientating were documented.

It was felt that the level of connectivity and pedestrian

permeability through the site was low and that signifi cant

improvement would be required.


The Victorian Coastal Vulnerability Study (1992)

highlights the fact that the most vulnerable area in danger

due to storm surges is the section of the Bay from

Mentone to Frankston.

According to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate

Change, sea levels are projected to rise by between 18-

79cm or more this century.

Changes include:

Accelerated recession of coastlines;•

Narrowed beaches;•

Flooding of low-lying coastal plains;•

Intensifi ed erosion, structural damage and marine •

fl ooding in storm surges; and

Rise of the water table in coastal areas.•

Impervious surfaces particularly along foreshores and

creeks contribute greatly to fl ooding and water levels.

ENVIRONMENT

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Along the Mordialloc Creek Reserve, the main remnant

vegetation communities are:

Red Gum (Eucalyptus camaldulensis) •

Riparian Woodland on fertile silty soils •

Common Reed (Phragmites australis) •

Grassland in shallow water alongside the banks. •

Dense stands of Swamp Paperbark •

(Melaleuca ericifolia)

The main vegetation communities in the Mentone to

Mordialloc Foreshore Reserve are:

Primary Dune Shrubland on deep sand loams furthest •

from the beach

Foredune Hairy Spinifex (Spinifex sericeus) •

Grassland on deep calcareous sands next to the •

beach.

The introduced Marram Grass (Ammophila arenaria).•

VEGETATION ANALYSIS


SITE ANALYSIS

Railway underpass acts as primary access from highly populated foreshore yet is unappealing and unsafe.

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Rail infrastructure fencing and general interface to path is in poor repair.

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Rear interface with Scout & preschool buildings is inactive and graffi tied, lacks sense of stewardship.

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Bike path well used, lack of quality picnic and play amenities to encourage passive uses.

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Degraded creek condition including eroded banks, scenecent trees & weeds.

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Lack of access to creek.

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Existing established indigenous & exotic trees improve aesthetic and ecological value of park.

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Elements of rail infrastructure reveal site functionality.

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Pedestrian bridge and cypress trees are iconic elements forming and framing signifi cant vistas.

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Railway line and highway bridges act as dividers within the site.

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Opportunity exists in strengthening sight lines and linkages to the creek corridor from the main street and train station.

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New planting and bike paths add value but a larger overall vision for the park and context is required.

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The rich, informal and interesting water edge experience is currently not taken full advantage of.

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The current water edge is dominated by a carpark and can be considered a lost opportunity. Bike paths are unclear and inconsistent

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Create shade, character and a sense of scale along the creek. Strong historical value.

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Quirky, informal placemaking devices need to be reconsidered. The potential of the park does not seem to be realised in it’s current state.

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Access to the water is cut-off and pedestrian movement is limited by the rail bridge.

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Low lying concrete rail bridges cross Mordialloc creek, to the North (image 1a) and South (image 1).

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Mixed use spaces. Public and private spaces can be ambiguous and poorly defi ned. Minimal seating. Poor pedestrian/cycle connections.

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Rail corridors and batters are in poor condition and un-maintained. Broken fences, rubbish, weeds and poor quality ground condition.

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Poor pedestrian/bike experience. Separation from the water’s edge, disorganised parking, poor visibility through underpasses & around corners.

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Boatbuilding - a valuable interesting and site specifi c activity that adds great value. Consideration needs to be given to its organisation and allocation.

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Solitary/contemplative/viewing place.

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Enclosed beach path, vegetated, dune experience.

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Open event/recreation space. Lacks defi nition. Exposed.

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Main street to beach connection lined with car parking, Limited views to the beach.

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Car parks are dominant and interrupt pedestrian fl ow.

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Coastal banksia picnic spaces.

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Busy cafe surrounded by car park. Bike path crossing car park at four points.

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Creek eco system meets coastal eco system.

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The pier accommodates a variety of activities for a variety of groups. It also has great views into the site and out around the bay.

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Safety at creek entry could be improved. Lighting and access over creek need to be considered.

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Main path along the creek is lined with car parking. Detracts from pedestrian experience.

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Confusing beach access from south side of river to south side of beach.

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Needs consideration. Appears run-down. Hard to tell if it is public or private land.

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Backyard/local beach experience.

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Address hotel interface/exposed back-of-house fronting onto water edge and boardwalk.

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Hotel carpark, bridge and boardwalk interface needs addressing.

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Access is restricted to central island via a gated bridge.

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The boardwalk is not continuous and is interrupted in several places.

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Promenade is of a good scale and in good condition. Creates a strong link with the waters edge.

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Genuine maritime elements add character to the promenade.

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The promenade park is sparsely planted and has limited seating. The road to the rear is a dominant feature.

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The promenade park contains several buildings, some of which appear unused .

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Strong concrete edge. Minimal pedestrian access.

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The sailing club lookout point provides some of the best views in the precinct.

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PIER

Key community asset and iconic destination or •

meeting place

Home to a diversity of activities and is utilised at •

various times throughout the day by different groups

of users.

Fishing•

Boating•

Swimming and water play•

Promenading•

DISTINCT QUALITIES


BEACH AND PARK

Expansive beach and community park asset•

Highly utilised throughout the year•

Main activities are swimming, sunbathing, gathering, •

relaxation.

Bayside sporting events•

Festivals and events•

Play, BBQ’s and picnic areas•


BOATING

Historical character •

Local small scale maritime qualities•

Jetties, moorings, slipways•

Boat hire•

Boat maintenance and building•

Fishing, sailing and recreational fl eet•

Boating community•


CREEK

Key environmental asset•

Connections•

Pedestrian promenade and cycle routes•

Quiet water, creek crossing•

Upstream natural environs•


RECREATION

Swimming •

Play•

Beach going•

Cycling•

Passive recreation•

Festivals•

Promenading•

Sailing•

Fishing•

Painting•

Skateboarding•


EVENTS

Food and wine festivals•

Christmas carols•

New years eve events•

Triathlons•

Sailing carnivals•

Markets•


Key issues to be addressed through the masterplanning

process include:

Poor pedestrian connections along and across Creek;•

Unrealized potential of assets such as Lambert’s •

Island and Pompei’s Landing;

Poor gateway experience along Nepean Highway;•

The speed and volume of traffi c on Beach Road and •

the Nepean Highway roundabout intersection;

Car park dominance on foreshore and creek edge;•

Senescent vegetation and no unifying landscape •

theme.

Climate change infl uences and sea level rise •

projections;

Deteriorating and aging infrastructure;•

Lack of community role for Attenborough Park;•

Poor links to shopping strip;•

Under utilised George Woods Reserve;•

Lack of unifying furniture and materials;•

KEY ISSUES


Environment: The value of the indigenous fl ora and •

fauna of the area discussed by some groups and also

the potential risk of sea level rise posed by climate

change.

Family: The majority of stakeholders agreed that the •

precinct should cater for and encourage family use

and enjoyment.

Facilities: Toilet facilities, bike parking, moorings and •

furniture as insuffi cient to cater for the large volumes

of users on weekends.

History: The rich history of Mordialloc Creek was ap-•

preciated by all stakeholders and that this should be

communicated to visitors in future designs.

Local character: Future development should ensure •

the precinct and enhance established values and local

character.

In conjunction with Council, the project team met with

a diverse number of community groups and individuals,

including traffi c engineers, climate change specialists

and Council committees. Sessions were conducted over

a number of days in late March 2010, with groupings of

different stakeholders.

Key observations from the Stakeholder consultation:

Connection: Convenient access to water edges were •

considered important by boat owners whilst other

stakeholders saw continuous and safe connections

along the creek as vital.

Parking: The majority of stakeholders commented •

on the high demand for parking and the retention of

existing car parking numbers

Safety: Lighting and surveillance were considered •

important aspects in which to improve safety

concerns, particularly at night.

PRELIMINARY STAKEHOLDER

CONSULTATION


The variety of spaces along the Mordialloc creek are

disconnected or under utilised. It has been recognised

that the reconnection of these spaces as part of a unifi ed

vision will transform this precinct to a vibrant public

destination. It will be one of the key ingredients in

strengthening the identity, role and allure of Mordialloc

as one of the Port Phillip Bay’s unique and distinct

waterfront villages.

Mordialloc Creek’s vision shared by Council, stakeholders

and community is characterised by the following key

attributes:

Engagement with Creek setting

The provision of a variety of ways to experience and

celebrate the bayside context including promenades,

boating, parklands, community and regional events and

the beach.

A True Destination

The establishment of a variety of public parks and facilities

that maximise visitor enjoyment and fully complement the

waterside setting including parks, gardens, play features,

artworks, cafes and bike paths.

A Connected Environment

The provision of generous waterside promenades that

provide continuous access along both sides of the creek

linking to convenient and safe pedestrian connections to

the main street, beach and surrounding suburbs.

A Sequence of Destinations

The creation of key nodes or attractions that provide points

of intensity, recreation and interest that will complement

the visitor experience including nodes such cafés, gardens,

play-spaces, boat building & repair, and spaces to relax in.

A Flexible Public Realm

The creation of beautiful public creekside settings that

provide for varied recreational pursuits, different ages, and

are host to a variety of community events and festivals.

VISION


Ensure the creek remains as the centerpiece for 1.

Mordialloc

Provide safe, inviting and intriguing paths along both 2.

sides of the creek.

Provide generous connections to link across the 3.

creek.

Use these new links to connect to a range of high 4.

quality coastal park experiences.

Ensure these parks have their own character, role and 5.

facilities.

Protect, enhance and create nodes of activity to create 6.

a sequence of destinations; pier, creek promenade and

cafés, island park, Pompei’s landing, gateway park,

regional playground.

Cloak these spaces with a coherent landscape theme 7.

which reinforces a sense of place and highlights the

different coastal ecosystems.

Embellish these spaces with a unifi ed suite of 8.

furnishings; comfort, safety, protection, beauty,

information, convenience.

APPROACH

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CLOAKING THE LANDSCAPE

KEY MOVES


CLOAKING THE LANDSCAPE

Developing a landscape planting strategy across the site.

Unify each of the disparate precincts and connect them via

a coherent sequence of landscape settings.

The existing vegetation themes along the creek and

foreshore would be developed and formalised as a

method of introducing shade, habitat, a sense of place and

organising the site both specially and programmatically.

The identifi ed themes and strategy can be seen in the

following diagram.

RIVERINEBOTANICALFORMAL PARKLANDCOASTAL


ESTABLISHING CONNECTIONS

RIVER MOORING BOARDWALKFORESHORE CAFE/EVENT SPACE


ESTABLISHING CONNECTIONS

The Mordialloc Creek experience is dissected by both the

Frankston train line and Nepean Highway. Both of these

bridges interrupt the fl ow through the site along the Creek

and from the sequence of park spaces. A principal key

move in the master-planning process is to create strong

pedestrian and bicycle connections along both sides of the

creek.


CONNECTIONS UNDER

The bridging of the rail line and Nepean Highway creates

awkward spaces below the overpass. These awkward

spaces hinder connections along the creek.

These undercroft spaces can be improved through

durable, interesting lighting and/or surface treatments

that improve safety, redefi ne the character and improve

the surveillence and safety for users of these space.


SEQUENCE OF DESTINATIONS


GEORGE WOOD POMPEI’S LANDINGHAZEL PEIRCE ATTENBOROUGH PARKPETER SCULLIN

SEQUENCE OF DESTINATIONS

Create a sequence of destinations that build upon existing

assets and encourage visitation and are complementary

to the waterfront setting. Nodes of activity that provide a

diverse offering in the way of passive recreation, cafes,

boat mooring, etc, which are supported by convenient

access and well sited parking.

Places that encourage family interaction and a high

levels of activity will reinforce this place as a true public

destination.


KEY IDEAS


A DISTRICT PLAYGROUND

A new district George Woods Reserve play space, •

suitable for younger and older children.

A connected cycling track.•

Safe carparking facilities & kindergarten drop-off•

Immersive ‘River walk’ with improved seating •

opportunities.

Picnic, BBQ and toilet facilities.•

Increased native habitat and shade trees. •

Defi nition of the revitalised play space through •

formalised street tree planting.


A LIVING & WORKING HISTORY

Consolidate the Landing as the principle boat building •

and repair precinct.

Open working timber wharf deck.•

Upgrade buildings along creek to become bait/•

boating/fi shing stores and repair sheds.

Informal car and boat trailer parking•

New slipways.•

Repaired moorings.•

Plan for the future by allocating Pompei’s shed as a •

living history museum, capturing Mordialloc’s history,

the people who have shaped it, and its rich boat

building heritage.


THE BOTANICAL JEWEL

Create a botanical backdrop to the creek •

encompassing family, picnic and bbq spaces.

Create an indigenous garden experience.•

Interpret Mordialloc’s Aboriginal history through •

planting and interpretation.

Formalise the gateway entry experience into •

Mordialloc through bold tree planting.

Create a range of circulation opportunities through the •

park.


CIVIC PROMENADE

Reinforce the creekside path as a beautiful promenade •

experience by upgrading edge conditions, tree

planting, furnishings and cafe opportunities.

Continue the existing row of palms, iconic to the •

main street of Mordiallac, along the outer edge of

Beach Road through Hazel Peirce Reserve to create

an improved link between the centre of town and the

Reseve.


HEART OF THE COMMUNITY

Provide limited public access to the island via •

upgraded existing bridge.

Provide small passive park space.•

Consider replacing sea scout building with a new •

multipurpose community venue that can host existing

and additional functions.

A COMMUNITY PARK

Create a signifi cant community event park space that •

integrates the existing play facilities and has shelters,

paths, seats and bbq facilities.

Relocate and expand ‘Tour de Cafe’ to cater for •

increasing numbers of cyclists and pedestrians.

Separate, upgrade and increase toilet facilities.•

Provide appropriate bike parking opportunities for the •

increasing number of cyclists attracted to the area.

Improve shade, wind protection and amenity across •

the site through additional tree planting.

Create additional seating and BBQ facilities to the •

northern end of the reserve.

Relocate the foreshore carparking to the edge •

of beach road to allow for a larger, central event

space, greater pedestrian permeability across Main

Street and to allow for the earth shaping required to

ameliorate the risks posed by climate change and sea

level rise.


CREEK LINK

Introduce a new pedestrian crossing to the creek•

Allow for all boating functional requirements in its •

design

Enable via this crossing a memorable journey on both •

sides of the Creek


SAFETY FIRST

Working with ARUP traffi c engineers, a new •

concept was developed for the existing round-

about intersection comprising safer, signalised new

crossings and improved access to the creek from the

main retail centre.

I• t is recommended to change the round-about to a

signalised intersection to allow greater pedestrian

permeability across Main St and decrease the number

of cyclist crashes at this location. Generally, crash

analysis reveals more cyclist crashes at roundabouts

(especially large roundabouts) when comparing to

signalised intersections. This is justifi ed by the 5

cyclist crashes from 2004 to 2008 at this location.

Given that Nepean Highway is part of the Principle

Bicycle Network (PBN) and the continued growth of

cycling as the preferred mode choice, signalisation is

likely to signifi cantly improve cycling safety.



SCENARIO 1

Establish a connection under the railway bridge to create a direct 1.

link along the creek edge.

Upgrade existing underpass and improve safety and lighting.2.

Create a new pedestrian connection under Nepean Highway.3.

Formalise the river edge of Pompei’s Landing into a boating/4.

fi shing/repair hub. Heavy duty timber working wharf deck, repaired

moorings and slipways.

Continue iconic palm planting through Hazel Pierce Reserve. 5.

Establish strong river promenade planting, increasing shade and

seating opportunities.

Create a strong gateway into Mordialloc through new tree planting. 6.

Relocate the carparks in Attenborough Park along Nepean

Highway, and away from the creek edge.

Design an interesting native garden that speaks of Mordialloc’s 7.

rich Aboriginal history.

Create strong visual backdrops and improve the small scale 8.

promenade experience.

Develop strong spacial plantings within Peter Scullin Reserve with 9.

additional coastal shade trees. Provide shade and facilitate the

amelioration of wind and erosion whilst framing key views to Port

Phillip Bay.

Seperate & upgrade the toilet facilities from the existing café.10.

Design a new district playground and open space with path 11.

connections, seating and bbq facilities.

Create a formailised, safe carpark and drop off area for 12.

kindergarten.

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SCENARIO 2

Design a new district playground and open space with path 1.

connections, seating and bbq facilities.

Create a formailised, safe carpark and drop off area for 2.

kindergarten.

Attenborough park design includes an interesting native, botanical 3.

garden that speaks of Mordialloc’s rich Aboriginal history. Relocate

parking along Nepean Highway. Provide additional paths, seating

and picnic facilities within an open lawn space that stretches down

to the water edge.

Additional small workshop/retail building to service local 4.

fi sherman and boaters.

A new, upgraded shared community facility able to host various 5.

small community events/meetings/weddings. It would include a

spill out seating and garden space, as well as improved safety and

stabilisation measures. MMYC & the Sea Scouts would remain and

continue their use of the island in a shared capacity.

Potential for an additional cafe, kiosk or information building. 6.

Increase shade and seating opportunities.

Seperate & upgrade the toilet facilities from the existing café.7.

Develop strong spacial plantings within Peter Scullin Reserve with 8.

additional coastal shade trees. Provide shade and facilitate the

amelioration of wind and erosion whilst framing key views to the

bay.

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SCENARIO 3

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Design a new district playground and open space with path connections, 1.

seating and bbq facilities.

Create a formailised, safe carpark and drop off area for kindergarten.2.

Attenbrough Park design includes an interesting native, botanical garden 3.

that speaks of Mordialloc’s rich Aboriginal history. Relocate parking

along Nepean Highway. Provide additional paths, seating and picnic

facilities within an open lawn space that stretches down to the water

edge.

The rich history of Pompei’s workshed is retained, the building protected 4.

and transformed into a boatbuilding museum and living historical

attraction. Boatbuilding and repair continue along the wharf jetty and

remain a feature attraction.

A new, upgraded shared community facility able to host various small 5.

community events/meetings/weddings. It would include a spill out

seating and garden space, as well as improved safety and stabilisation

measures. MMYC & the Sea Scouts would remain and continue their

use of the island in a shared capacity.

Bolster the promenade experience with an additional cafe, kiosk or 6.

information building.

Redefi ne Peter Scullin Reserve to create an exciting new event space for 7.

the City of Kingston. Relocate parking along Beach Rd. Ameliorate the

risks posed by sea level rise by sculpting the topography along the edge

of the creek.

Develop a new picnic and foreshore park with strong connections to 8.

town and beach.

Replace the roundabout with a signalised intersection and create a 9.

central median on Beach Rd between Centerway and Nepean Highway to

increase pedestrian safety and permeability.

Upgrade railway crossing to improve safety and connections.10.

Introduce an architectural link across the creek to create a circulation 11.

‘loop’ that allows boats to continue to pass safely underneath.

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:

The Mordialloc Creek Masterplan Report has been prepared by Taylor Cullity Lethlean.

The Mordialloc Creek Masterplan has been developed through a series of site visits, stakeholder consultation conversations and workshops with the following participants:

City of Kingston

Mordialloc Historical SocietyMordialloc Beaumaris Conservation LeagueMordialloc and District Historical Society Joanna Van Klavaren Brian and Nina EarlFriends of Mordialloc CreekMordialloc Sailing Club Mordialloc Motor Yacht Club Mordialloc Life Saving Club Mordialloc Sea Scouts Mordialloc Boating & Angling ClubChamber of Commerce Tour de Café The Bridge Hotel (Doyles)Windows by Bay Blue Line Boats Allnut Boat HireJoe PompeiJohn Pompei

ARUP

Taylor Cullity LethleanPerry LethleanNick LoshiavoEmily OgilvieJoe Morgan-Paylor

Contact Details:

Taylor Cullity Lethlean385 Drummond St, CarltonMelbourne Victoria Australia 3053Phone +61 3 9380 4344Email [email protected]

April 2010

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