THE City Renewal Authority is asking for feedback on plans it has to green-up for Garema Place. 

The designs outline a less cluttered area with more greenery and dining opportunities, says CRA acting CEO Craig Gillman.

“This Garema Place upgrade will create a safer, more accessible and useable central meeting place for people,” he says.

“In creating a more open and beautiful new space, this upgrade will support safety, improve pedestrian access and increase economic activity.

“We consider Garema Place to be the community’s living room in the city centre – so we want input on what the upgrade should look like.”

Proposed features include:
• Accessible single-level pavement and easier pedestrian flow
• Better lighting to create a safer and more appealing precinct in the evenings
• Improved seating and outdoor dining spaces to enjoy food and drink from local businesses
• Trees and gardens to cool the space in summer and let the sunshine through in winter
• An open and versatile space that supports both special events and everyday activities

The project builds on upgrades to City Walk in 2020.

Visit the YourSay consultation webpage to view the proposed designs and provide input. The consultation closes May 14.