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Project updates
Thank you to everyone who shared their thoughts on this project.
The current road corridor permit is approved until 30 June 2027, and council will continue to manage the approvals required for ongoing operation of the site.
Thank you to everyone for your interest in this project. The Road Corridor Permit has now been extended from 30 June 2025 to 30 June 2026.
This extension will continue to allow council to understand the impact of the Green Urban Arbour.
Thank you to everyone who shared their thoughts on this project. We have reviewed your feedback. See a summary of what you shared with us below or read the full Community Engagement Report.
Your feedback will help inform how the Green Urban Arbour impacts the overall experience of commuters on East Street.
Background
A Green Urban Arbour and upgrades to the East and South Street intersection were proposed for installation on East Street, with aims to:
- improve the experience of walking and riding through increased shading, greenery and resting points
- encourage more people to walk and ride
- make it easier to walk between city centre destinations
- deliver a safer environment for walking and riding in Ipswich Central
Installation of the Green Urban Arbour is now complete. Thank you to those who shared their thoughts. We have now reviewed your comments and shared a summary of the findings below. Your feedback will help us understand the impact of this project, and next steps.
At this stage, the installation of the East and South Street intersection upgrades are subject to funding and TMR approvals.
What you shared
Community members were asked to provide feedback on their commuting experience along East Street both before and after the installation of the Green Urban Arbour. See a summary of what you shared with us below, or read the full report.
Commuter experience
The commuting experience improved across all surveyed elements, with significant increases in the number of respondents stating they were either satisfied or very satisfied after the installation of the Green Urban Arbour.
Green Urban Arbour
Most respondents believe the Green Urban Arbour improves walkability along East Street.
How you shared
Engagement was undertaken between 26 July 2024 and 13 October 2024 and included:
- Online engagement through ipswichcentral.com.au (Shape Your Ipswich)
- Two face to face Community Experience Group sessions
- Phone
Online engagement activities can be seen below.
Quick Poll
Do you think the Green Urban Arbour improves walkability along East Street?
Once you have voted, we'd love for you to complete the survey below to provide further insights into your experience.
This poll has concluded.
Total Votes: 25
Thank you to everyone who has provided feedback. As we progress, we will share how your comments have helped influence decisions made for this project.
Your impact
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What you shared
- Concerns about the use of non-native plants in the design.
- Concerns about the project's longevity, including perceptions that the materials are low cost and the installation is not a permanent solution.
- Support for improved visual appeal and an enhanced commuting experience.
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What we did
- Installation of water-safe, fast-growing greenery.
- The current road corridor permit is in place until 30 June 2027.
- Council will continue to manage the approvals required to support the ongoing operation of the site.
