Consultation Summary

In October 2019, Council consulted with key stakeholders and the community on proposed key elements being considered for the Croydon Community Precinct.

How did we consult?

A range of consultation methods were used, including online, hard copy surveys and face to face pop-up consultations in Croydon Town Square, Arndale Shopping Centre, Croydon Central and Aquahub. The project team also attended a range of community events, inviting people to have their say on the project.

A Community Information Bulletin was distributed to approximately 15,000 residents in Croydon and Croydon South, and approximately 8000 email's sent to Traders, Business, Community Groups and Service providers.

The project was also promoted via Council's normal communications channels, including Social Media, with posts reaching 12,984 users.

What feedback did we receive?

Overall, 96 percent of respondents supported the development of a new community hub to replace the existing aged Council facilities. Key themes arising from the comments provided include:

Accessible, inclusive, supportive and safe meeting/gathering spaces.
Vibrant, active spaces
A place for all ages and abilities
Space for arts, culture, music and live performances
Cafe's and restaurants
A single level library
Protect EV's character and heritage

96.9 percent of respondents supported the development of a new family and children's hub. Key themes arising from the comments provided include:

Parent/Carer support services
A space for mums and bubs
Disability and Mental Health services and supports
Family violence/crisis centre
Must be inclusive, supportive
Integenerational programs - children and seniors

90.9 percent of respondents supported the development of a new sport and recreation hub. Key themes arising from the comments provided include:

Outdoor gym/exercise equipment
Good connectivity to Aquahub
Female friendly facilities
Cycling/walking tracks
Modified, non structured sports for seniors
Soccer, basketball, volleyball, Bocce and Pentanque
Safety
Improved lighting

Ninety six percent of respondents supported the proposed open space elements. Key themes arising from the comments provided include:

Sensory/community gardens
Art/water features
Enhanced duck pond
More shade/trees/vegetation
Picnic areas/BBQ/Seating
Indigenous planting/garden
Safety/Lighting
Well connected, accessible areas

Ninety percent of respondents supported the proposed enhancements for accessibility and connectivity. Key themes arising from the comments provided include:

Connectivity to Main Street
Lighting
Safety
Parking
Pedestrian and bicycle improvements
Improve the Gateway - make the precinct a destination
Improved disability/scooter mobility
Sheltered walkways

Seventy two percent of respondents support some of the land being developed or used in partnership with Council or privately. Key themes arising from the comments provided include:

Open to commercial developments
Provision of business/co-working space
More retail opportunities
More cafe's, coffee shops and specialty shops
Development that is high quality
Safe/secure/well lit.

The feedback received throughout this consutation phase has helped shape the draft Croydon Community Precinct masterplan. The draft Masterplan will be available for further consultation commencing 10 November, 2019.

Consultation has concluded