Pyramid Hill Streetscape Revitalisation

A masterplan was completed in 2016 to scope future works that would improve the streetscape of Pyramid Hill.

The key ideas were:

• Street tree planting at key town centre entries
• Better pedestrian amenity and navigation around the town centre and between key community facilities
• Present a unified and exciting ‘civic green’ proposal for Kelly’s Park precinct

A detailed design was developed between 2021 and 2022 using these key concepts and applies to the following locations:

• Victoria Street, Barber Street and Kelly Street intersection
• Lions Park
• Kelly Park
• Kelly Street, between Lions Park and Kelly Park

Update - July 2023

The $1.9m Pyramid Hill Streetscape continues to progress and access to Lions Park is now available. The park benches have been installed with the gardens and port holes in the fence the remaining items to be completed.

The construction program within Kelly Park is progressing steadily with footpaths being continually installed to enhance pedestrian accessibility within the park. Additionally, preparations for concrete work around the basketball court are in progress, aimed at providing a well-maintained and functional sports facility for residents to enjoy.

Efforts to realign underground services for stormwater and water supply are ongoing, ensuring a more efficient and reliable infrastructure system. Simultaneously, preparations are underway for the installation of shelter and BBQ facilities, which will create inviting spaces for social gatherings and leisure activities within the community. Works have also commenced to establish the wombat crossing on Kelly Street, contributing to enhanced pedestrian safety and traffic management in the area.

The project is on track for completion late 2023, and Council thanks the residents of Pyramid Hill for their patience throughout this construction project.

Overview

The Pyramid Hill Streetscapes Revitalisation Project aims to:

• Improve the look of the town’s streetscape
• Provide a unique, positive and remarkable image of the town
• Improve the town’s liveability, safety and functionality
• Present Pyramid Hill as an attractive lifestyle option
• Have a positive impact on economic development

The project builds on the Pyramid Hill Streetscapes Masterplan developed in 2016 and will enhance Lions Park, Kelly Street and Kelly Park to create a consistent theme in the township.

The State Government has provided $800,000 in funding towards this project through its Infrastructure Stimulus Fund.

Project area

Key Features

Key features of the design, as seen in the images below, include:

• New raised pedestrian priority crossing between Lions Park and Kelly Park
• New BBQ and seating area
• New shelters
• New signage for Kelly Park
• New garden beds, tree planting, and turf
• New footpaths

Bird's eye view of Kelly Park

Bird's eye view of Lions Park Bird's eye view of Kelly Street and Victoria Street intersection

Benefits

• Improved pedestrian safety and access with a formal crossing point between Lions Park and Kelly Park, and connections through to key locations
• Consistent theme between parks and the streetscape
• Better park facilities for barbecues and picnics
• More shade from shelters and tree plantings