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Bicentennial Square Precinct Design

Project Overview

online community engagement

The City of Bunbury has kicked off a project to create a refreshed concept design for our iconic Bicentennial Square and surrounding precinct.

Located between the City Centre and beautiful Leschenault Inlet, Bicentennial Square is a strategic site with great potential to become a thriving, activated town square, and vibrant community space.

Aligning to our Community Priority of Bunbury City Centre Development and Activation, and a focus within our 2032 Strategic Community Plan, this project aims to enhance this area by creating a refreshed design to create a truly functional and vibrant town square. This is an exciting opportunity and one that our local community, businesses owners and visitors can influence and enjoy.

Previously our community has provided feedback through the 2023 MARKYT Community Scorecard survey, sharing their thoughts and ideas on how we can better activate the City Centre while continuing to develop the area by supporting improved liveability, community outcomes, progressive development and attracting investment.

We invite all community members to share their ideas, feedback and considerations through the online survey regarding the potential for this space by the 20th December.

Keep an eye on our website and social media channels for updates on the project and further opportunities to get involved.

Together, we can create a precinct that truly reflects the heart and soul of our community including consideration of a fresh new name for the square.

The survey is now closed. Thanks for participating.

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Who's Listening

  • Jessica Kelly
    Principal Economic Development
    City of Bunbury

    Contact - info@bunbury.wa.gov.au

Community Perceptions

Based on past community priorities and feedback, considerations for the area are:

  • Greening: enhancing green spaces to promote environmental sustainability and provide areas for relaxation and recreation.
  • Culture and History: embracing the richness of culture and history our City has. 
  • Activation: creating lively and engaging public spaces that encourage social interaction and community events.
  • Beautification: improving the aesthetic appeal of the area through landscaping, public art, and thoughtful design elements.
  • Waterway Activation: utilising the foreshore and inlet to create dynamic and accessible waterfront activities and amenities.
  • Support for Local Business: integrating spaces that support and promote local businesses, fostering economic growth and community resilience.

 

The City of Bunbury acknowledge the traditional owners of the land, the Noongar Wardandi people and their continuing connection to the land, waters and community. We pay our respects to all members of the Aboriginal communities and their cultures; and to Elders past, present and emerging.