Details of Request

Dates: Can be responded between: up to 01 February 2021 - 04:00PM W. Australia Standard Time
Decision: Date; 5 February 2021
Submissions: Addressed to DCEO and submitted via email to dceo@kent.wa.gov.au
Enquires: DCEO Michelle Bamess, either mob 08 9829 1051 or email dceo@kent.wa.gov.au

What's required
The Shire of Kent is a rural remote wheatbelt town located about 320 SE of Perth and 200km N of Albany. The shire is comprised of two towns – Nyabing and Pingrup, which are located 40km from each other.

The purpose of this project is: 

• To upgrade the main streets of Nyabing and Pingrup to encourage visitors to stop at each town and to improve the aesthetics while slowing traffic; and
• To prepare a master plan that revitalises the main streets in each town, while encouraging the development of business and improving the existing character of the two towns. The proposed plan will be staged over a period up to 10 years.

The key design objectives for the project are:

1.Provide opportunities (workshops/surveys etc) for the community, existing community groups and key stakeholders to contribute towards the development of Main Street Enhancement Plan for the towns of Nyabing and Pingrup;
2. Provide adequate landscaping and streetscaping to both towns to create attractive spaces that invite people to stay and linger;
3. Ensure suitably shaded areas for the comfort and safety of travellers and residents;
4. Enhance the safety and functionality between pedestrians and vehicles;
5. Define and improve off street parking facilities / community space;
6. Provide for the necessary tourist information and other facilities and assess connectivity between any existing historical/tourist landmarks;
7. Amenity Improvements and Infrastructure projects to achieve the master plan
8. Enhance entry statements, signage and street furniture; and
9. Encompass and promote historic and cultural values.
10. Develop strategies with property owners and shop proprietors to improve building appearance and create vibrant shop fronts.
11. Improve the quality of appearance of public spaces with new street furniture, lighting, gardens and tree plantings, public art and opportunities for outdoor dining, fun and socialising.