Public feedback on plans for streetscape improvements along an atmospheric hinterland thoroughfare is now being sought.
Lined with boutique shops and much loved by its community, Maleny’s Maple Street is in line for upgrades that are designed to enhance its heritage and country charm.
Sunshine Coast Council Division 5 Councillor Winston Johnston said the latest designs for a new-look streetscape for the hinterland hub were well received at a community forum and were now ready for further feedback.
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“We are on a journey to shape the next chapter of Maleny’s main street to ensure it’s a greener, safer place that brings our community together,” he said.
“The streetscape improvements have been designed to ensure you feel safe day and night, and encourage connection with cool, green and comfortable spaces to stop, sit and chat.
“It was also important to have easy access to traders with traffic calming, better pathway connections and crossings to enable everyone within our community to safely enjoy Maple Street all year round.
“You told us what is important to you during last year’s ‘Review and Refresh’ community engagement and since then we have listened and translated your voice into a design that remains bustling and welcoming for all.
“The elements included cooler shaded areas through street tree planting, safer and more accessible pathways and additional options for gathering, relaxing and soaking up the country atmosphere.
“I encourage our residents, visitors, traders and community groups to take a look at the proposed plan and let us know if these improvements can become a foundation for our community.”
The feedback obtained during the consultation period will allow council to better understand the preferences of the community.
The community engagement process will seek to prioritise the most important improvements to make within the available budget.
For more on the plans and to have your say click here. Feedback closes on August 20.
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