The revitalisation of the Hunter Street Mall as a traditional high street complete with wider footpaths, cycleways and street trees is now underway.
The $5 million project is part of the wider East End Public Domain Plan Stage 1, which will see new paving, landscaping and public amenity improvements throughout the Hunter Street Mall.
Lord Mayor Nuatali Nelmes said Phase 1, which targets the block bound by Wolfe and Perkins Streets, was the first step in positioning the precinct as an attractive destination for locals and visitors.
“Newcastle’s city centre is in the midst of an amazing transformation, with new developments, retail, public space and links to the harbour,” she said.
“City of Newcastle’s East End Public Domain Plan will ensure that our urban amenity in and around East End Village complements the positive changes underway in the CBD.
“Phase 1 includes upgrades which will reinstate Hunter Street as a traditional main street, improve accessibility, give cyclists dedicated space, and significantly improve lighting and smart city infrastructure.
“Public amenity will also be improved, and street trees and landscaping upgrades will create a greener city centre.”
Construction will be staged to minimise the impact on the community and local businesses.
Works will take place on Wolfe Street between May and August, Hunter Street between August and October, and finally along Perkins Street between October and December.
Phase 1 works will include a complete road renewal, provision of wider footpaths, upgrade of stormwater infrastructure, new street trees, landscaping and street furniture, and the provision of dedicated cycleways.
Effort will be made to reduce the impact on residents, businesses and visitors to East End Village with construction expected to finish next year.
Go to the City of Newcastle website for more.
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