The Canning Bridge Community Development and Place Activation Plan (2020) and Canning Bridge Precinct and Place Report (2022) make reference to the Moreau Mews Town Square site as an important, strategic location in the Canning Bridge precinct.
At the April 2023 Ordinary Meeting of Council, Council resolved to:
- forthwith progress conversion of 100% of the site to public open space, to include extensive tree planting, a children’s playground, and seating.
At the July 2023 Ordinary Meeting of Council, Council resolved to:
- Adopt the following consultation, development and completion timeline for the site at 50-52 Kishorn Road and 23, 29 and 31 Moreau Mews, Applecross. Public consultation, concept plans, report and recommendation to be presented to Council at the October 2024 Ordinary Meeting of Council and to provide funding for construction to commence immediately on approval with a proposed completion date by 30 June 2026.
- Exercise the redevelopment clauses for 50-52 Kishorn Road and 31 Moreau Mews and give notice on or before 30 October 2023 to obtain vacant possession by 30 November 2024 and not to enter into or extend any leases for 23 and 29 Moreau Mews beyond 30 November 2024. Supports funding to employ a temporary full-time employee to manage City’s construction projects in the Canning Bridge Precinct starting in the 2023-2024 financial year.
At the October 2024 Ordinary Meeting of Council, Council resolved to:
- Note that the timeframe adopted at the Council Resolution of July 2023 was not able to be achieved due to delays and lack of budget in the 2024-2025 financial year to progress public consultation and concept plans for the proposed Moreau Mews Town Square Public Open Space (POS) site on the land at 50-52 Kishorn Road and 23, 29 and 31 Moreau Mews, Applecross.
- Support the Community Engagement Approach to guide community consultation related to the Moreau Mews Town Square POS site in Applecross.
- Note that vacant possessions of City owned properties 50-52 Kishorn Road and 31 Moreau Mews associated with the Moreau Mews Town Square POS site has been achieved.
- Support the retention of the building at 50-52 Kishorn Road for the purposes of establishing a temporary office space for the City to undertake community engagement activities related to Moreau Mews Town Square POS site development, Ogilvie Road Streetscape Upgrade project, Tivoli carpark redevelopment options investigation and other Town Team/Business support services.
- Note that a further report will be presented at the December 2024 Ordinary Meeting of Council seeking approval of a budget to meet the implementation costs for the Community Engagement Plan, undertake building fit out costs for 50-52 Kishorn Road building as a temporary City office space and to undertake demolition of city owned buildings.
A preliminary project budget of $4,000,000 has been identified for inclusion in the Long Term Financial Plan (2025/26) for park construction based on the scope of work outlined in the Council resolution of 18 and 19 April 2023. This amount is subject to concept and final design development and can be revised as the project proceeds.
Yes, the City has explored alternative options for the land, including 100% public open space and mix use/hybrid scenarios.
The report included:
- Use of the site for revenue generation would provide substantial income to the City, which could be used for various purposes including provision of goods and services across the City, acquisition of additional open space and/or reduction in rates.
- The size and shape of the site is well suited to hybrid options to use portion of the site for open space with portion for development/community use.
- Retention of public parking on the Moreau Mews site may be desirable.
The Canning Bridge POS Analysis Report was presented to Council at the April 2023 Ordinary Meeting of Council.
The proposed land is not currently designated as open space. Should it be proposed to designate these sites as open space under the review of the
Canning Bridge Activity Centre Plan (CBACP) then this may trigger need for further public advertising.
Public open space is land that is freely accessible and can take a multitude of styles from urban plazas and town centres through to botanical gardens and open parkland. By providing for a variety of uses - including green space, active space (playgrounds, sporting fields, ball courts) streetscapes and civic spaces - public open spaces are key to the environmental, social and commercial health of the entire community.
We aim to connect with our community in easy, accessible, and inclusive ways. To meet community needs and genuinely influence the project's objectives, we encourage you to participate in the engagement process.
We’ll engage the community through multiple stages, including:
- Gathering ideas and feedback to shape initial concepts.
- Junior design competition to encourage young people to participate by sharing creative ideas for the space.
- Seeking community insights on preferred scenarios
- Showcasing design proposals for further input
- Providing updates and seeking feedback throughout the project.
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While the City is committed to understanding the community's needs and preferences for this space, the final decisions regarding elements, design, scale and budget will rest with the City of Melville Council.
A recommendation, along with a community engagement report, will be presented to the Council at a future Ordinary Meeting for consideration.
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The City of Melville has a very diverse population. To ensure we gather feedback from a representative sample of our community, we include demographic questions in our engagement efforts. This standard approach helps us hear from the right people and tailor our communication effectively.
The Junior Designer Competition invites young creatives to bring their ideas to life as they envision the new public open space at Moreau Mews. This exciting opportunity encourages kids to engage with their community and explore the fun of park design.
Participants will have the chance to visualise their ideal park while learning about the importance of public spaces and how they can enhance our community and environment. We hope this competition inspires young designers to express their creativity and develop a deeper appreciation for community spaces and outdoor play. Ideas received through the design process will help shape the future of the area.
There will be one first, second, and third place winner in each category of the Junior Designer Competition.
- First Place
- The winners in the 4-18 categories will receive a $50 voucher, have their design featured on the City's communication channels, and receive a certificate of congratulations from the Mayor and CEO.
- The winner in the group/class entry will receive a $100 voucher, have their design featured on the City's communication channels, and receive a certificate of congratulations from the Mayor and CEO.
- Second and Third Places: These winners will each receive a certificate of congratulations from the Mayor and CEO, and their designs will also be featured on the City's communication channels.
Categories- 4-6 - $50 VISA voucher prize
- 7-10 $50 VISA voucher prize
- 11-14 $50 VISA voucher prize
- 15-18 $50 VISA voucher prize
- Group/class entry. $100 VISA voucher prize
Terms and Conditions When you submit your entry, please include the following information:
- Your name, age, and location of residence
- Telephone number and/or email address (this is how we will notify the winners)
Eligibility City of Melville Officers or Elected Members and their spouses/partners are ineligible to enter the prize draw but are welcome to provide feedback as part of the vision survey. Entry is limited to young people aged 4-18 years of age. All community members, including residents, visitors or students are eligible to enter.
Submitting your entries Entries are limited to one (1) entry per person or one (1) per class (group).
To submit your entry, please take a photo or scan the completed artwork and email a copy to
melvilletalks@melville.wa.gov.au. Alternatively, you can drop it off to the City of Melville, 10 Almondbury Road, Booragoon. Entries must be received by
midnight, 15 December 2024. Entries made after this period will not be accepted. Entries made after this period will not be accepted.
Conditions of entry City of Melville Officers or Elected Members and their spouses/partners are ineligible to enter the prize draw but are welcome to provide feedback as part of the vision survey. Entry is limited to young people aged 4-18 years of age. All community members, including residents, visitors or students are eligible to enter. Those under 18 must obtain parental, guardian or teacher consent to enter. The City reserves the right to disqualify any entry that is not in accordance with these terms and conditions or who has, in the opinion of the City, engaged in conduct in entering the draw which is fraudulent, misleading, deceptive or generally damaging to the goodwill or reputation of the City and spirit of the campaign. Entry into the prize draw is deemed acceptance of these terms and conditions.
Prizes There are four $50 and one $100 VISA gift vouchers. The prize must be accepted as offered and is not exchangeable or transferable. The prize can be collected from the City of Melville Civic Centre during regular opening hours, or posted to the recipient on request. The winning entries will be selected at the City of Melville Civic Centre after
12.00 noon AWST on Wednesday, 5 February 2025. Winners will be notified via email/phone.
Notification of winners The City’s decision is final, and no correspondence will be entered into. If the prize is unclaimed or unawarded after two weeks, the second finalist will be awarded first place. This process will continue until the final prize draw is conducted.
Privacy All information is handled in accordance with
City’s Privacy Policy, and the City will not use the information the entrant provides for anything other than for the purposes of administering the competition.