Revamp projects
A proposed $2.3 million revamp of the New Brighton mall is one step closer, after a draft concept design was released earlier this year.
The ‘Reimagined New Brighton Mall’ aims to include several community engagement areas, such as a performance space and central green, along with a youth space, and a social enterprise-community area.
The project is proposed for the beach end of the mall, where the popular Saturday market and food stalls are usually held. Several community meetings have already been held by The Greater New Brighton group to gauge feedback from local residents on the final design.
The group, comprising seven volunteers led by local Robbie Baigent, has spent the past 18 months developing the project. When work starts will depend on community and council approvals, although the group is hopeful it will be this year.
Future plans
Council’s annual plan also allows for some substantial future development in New Brighton.
This includes new open (public) spaces, public toilets, a ‘bus super stop’, and improved parking in New Brighton.
Also in the plan is the relocation of the Countdown supermarket, the owner of which is still considering options for its future.
Funding for the projects has yet to be allocated.
