More greenery and open space is coming to Seddon, with a temporary pop-up park to be installed in Austin Street.
The pop-up park will include picnic tables, planter boxes, festoon lights and moveable furniture and act as central gathering space for the inner-west community.
“Local residents have told us they want more open space in Seddon, and this location has been highlighted in previous community conversations for potential development,” said Maribyrnong mayor Pradeep Tiwari in explaining the motivation behind the pop-up park.
“A temporary pop-up park in Seddon Village would improve pedestrian amenity and visitation, and provide improvements to greening, shading and biodiversity,” he said.
Before the park is installed, council is seeking feedback on which version the community would prefer: a partial closure of the western end of Austin Street, with a single lane access from Victoria Street or the full closure of the western end of Austin Street, with no access to and from Victoria Street.
Both options will include a covered area for weather protection, seating and landscaping.
After a 12 to 18 month trial period, council will ask residents whether they want the park to be made permanent.
In person discussion sessions will be held on May 20 and 24 and designs can be viewed and commented on until May 25.
Details: yourcityyourvoice.com.au/austin-street
