MORDIALLOC CREEK MASTERPLAN DRAFT CONCEPT DESIGN REPORT
APRIL 2010
TAYLOR CULLITY LETHLEAN
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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
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.•
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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
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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.
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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
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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.
2
Rail corridors and batters are in poor condition and un-maintained. Broken fences, rubbish, weeds and poor quality ground condition.
3
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.
4
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
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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•
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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•
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CREEK
Key environmental asset•
Connections•
Pedestrian promenade and cycle routes•
Quiet water, creek crossing•
Upstream natural environs•
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RECREATION
Swimming •
Play•
Beach going•
Cycling•
Passive recreation•
Festivals•
Promenading•
Sailing•
Fishing•
Painting•
Skateboarding•
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EVENTS
Food and wine festivals•
Christmas carols•
New years eve events•
Triathlons•
Sailing carnivals•
Markets•
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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ESTABLISHING CONNECTIONS
RIVER MOORING BOARDWALKFORESHORE CAFE/EVENT SPACE
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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.
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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.
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SEQUENCE OF DESTINATIONS
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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.
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KEY IDEAS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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