Kearns Crescent Streetscape Upgrade

In this final stage of engagement, a formal submission process will take place on the draft concept design. The community will be invited to share their level of support prior to seeking a council resolution. 

Public comment period is a structured process that allows individuals to submit their opinions and feedback on proposals to the City of Melville. This process requires submitters to provide personal details to verify their identity and confirm that they are electors or ratepayers within the City. 
 
Key points about the public comment period: 

Invitation to participate: The community and stakeholders are invited to provide their input on various proposals. 

Submission consideration: All received submissions are reviewed and considered as part of the assessment process. However, these submissions do not obligate the City or Council to follow the suggestions or opinions provided. 

Anonymity and public reporting: When the City compiles and reports on the submissions, personal details such as names, addresses, and other identifiable information are removed unless the submitter has expressly agreed to share this information. 

This process ensures that the community's voice is heard while maintaining the privacy and authenticity of each submission. 

Community consultation allows the City to collect information from impacted stakeholders and valid considerations that will help inform good decision-making.  
When preparing a submission there are two principles you should consider - facts and impacts. 
 
Below is a checklist to help you make a good submission. 

Give yourself enough time: Act promptly upon receiving notification. Early preparation is key. 

Be informed: Ensure you have all the necessary information. Review the draft concept designs above, check the FAQs on this page, or consult with City staff if you need additional details to address all your points. 

Stick to the facts: Understand what is happening and why. Clearly state whether you believe the draft concept design is the best approach and provide factual reasons to support your view. 

Explain the impact: If you believe the draft concept design will unduly impact you or your property, explain this clearly and support your explanation with as many facts as possible. 

Submit one comprehensive submission: Avoid submitting multiple submissions, as this can delay the compilation process.  

Submit on time: Ensure your submission is on time, as late submissions will not be considered. 

• Riseley and Canning Bridge Activity Centres Parking Management Plan (2016)
• Master Plan – Streetscapes (2017)
• ​Riseley Placemaking Action Plan (2021)

• Improving walkability and accessibility by upgrading footpaths and access for mobility aids and prams.
• Creating a people-focused place, with more space for gathering, alfresco dining and events.
• Adding more trees and plants for increased shade and canopy cover.
• Adding street furniture, including public bins, bicycle parking, and seating.

As part of the Kearns Crescent Streetscape Upgrade project, we have been consulting with the community and local businesses. 

Parking audit (2022): We undertook a parking audit in September 2022 to help us better understand the use and occupancy of the private and public parking in the Riseley Centre precinct. Auditors observed parking over five days and conducted 277 surveys with visitors to the Riseley Centre. 

Community Values and Vision survey and interactive map (November 2022): We received 317 survey submissions from business and community who shared their values and vision for Kearns Crescent. Community members told us that pedestrian safety was a key concern at Kearns Crescent and identified improved walkability as the number one priority. The upgrade will refresh the streetscape, making it more attractive, comfortable and safer for people.

View the survey and interactive map engagement snapshot.

Community and Business Workshops (June 2023): In May and June 2023 we worked with the community and local businesses to review the concept design plan for the streetscape upgrade.  

View the community workshop video

Concept designs 

At the community and business workshops we shared videos of the existing streetscape and the concept videos below, along with these concept snapshots and images.

• Concept A

  • Retains the existing car focus along Kearns Crescent.
  • Creates a footpath along both sides of Kearns Crescent.​
  • View Concept A Plans and video
• Concept B
  • Endeavors to balance car and pedestrian requirements along Kearns Crescent.
  • View Concept B Plans and video

• Concept C

  • Creates a pedestrian focus along Kearns Crescent.
  • Maximizes pedestrian and green space, while retaining vehicle access.
  • Concept C Plans and video

Right-angled parking bays have been retained as much as possible. 

Additional Parking bays have been planned for Willcock Street Carpark. 

Seating has been consolidated in key locations, rather than dispersed throughout the street. 

Once the streetscape upgrade design is finalised in collaboration with businesses and the community, we anticipate construction will be delivered in two phases:   

• Construction Stage 1 (west of Riseley Street): July – December 2025  
• Construction Stage 2 (east of Riseley Street): July – December 2026   

We are committed to supporting businesses impacted by construction with regular communication and support. Register to receive the latest updates and business support as the project progresses using the button at the top of the page. 

For more information, please contact: 

City of Melville Open Space Design Team 

08 9364 0666 

Kearns.Cres@melville.wa.gov.au