Paving the way to transform Glebe Park
Significant paving upgrades are improving the accessibility and amenity of the popular Glebe Park, Chief Minister and Minister for Territory and Municipal Services, Jon Stanhope, said today.
Mr Stanhope said the ACT Government had invested $1.6 million to replace 6250 square metres of paving as part of the $25 million Local Initiatives Package,which was developed by the Government to support jobs and boost industry confidence.
The work has just commenced and will be scheduled in stages to minimise disruption to visitors and events. It will be completed in mid 2010.
“The ACT Government has commenced a program to replace the paving in Glebe Park which has deteriorated significantly over the years due to constant use,” Mr Stanhope said. “Cracked, broken and uneven paving will be replaced to improve the accessibility and amenity of the popular inner-city park.
“The work will help to retain the park’s unique character and ensure it continues to be well-used by the community.”
The new clay paving is a red-brown colour and matches the paving used around the new Glebe Park performance stage.
Mr Stanhope said the work was recommended in the Glebe Park Master Plan Report which was developed following extensive consultation with the community and stakeholders such as the ACT Heritage Unit and the Heritage Council.
Other works undertaken by the Government in Glebe Park the past 12 months include replacing the BBQ plates with energy-efficient models; more seating in the BBQ areas; landscaping; and a new path linking the City gate to the Gillard Smith Gate.
A purpose-built performance stage and a shade structure and seating walls for the playground were also completed last year with funding from the Federal Government.
The playground and BBQ areas will remain open while the work takes place.
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