Arno Bay Urban Design Framework

Final Report

Arno Bay Urban Design Framework

Jan 08

A r n o B a y U r b a n D e s i g n F r a m e w o r k

Job no.: 10063 Report no.: 08-002 21 January 2008

CONTENTS Page

1 Introduction ........................................................................................................................................1

2 Analysis...............................................................................................................................................2

2.1 Precincts...............................................................................................................................................2 2.2 Activity Hot Spots and Access .............................................................................................................4 2.3 Key Issues............................................................................................................................................4

3 Consultation .......................................................................................................................................5

3.1 Introduction...........................................................................................................................................5 3.2 Stakeholder Interviews.........................................................................................................................6 3.3 Advisory Committee Workshop............................................................................................................7 3.4 Community Workshop........................................................................................................................12 3.5 Community Feedback on Draft Urban Design Framework ................................................................13 3.6 Conclusion..........................................................................................................................................14

4 Urban Design Framework................................................................................................................15

4.1 Introduction.........................................................................................................................................15 4.2 Principle 1...........................................................................................................................................16 4.3 Principle 2...........................................................................................................................................20 4.4 Principle 3...........................................................................................................................................24 4.5 Principle 4...........................................................................................................................................26 4.6 Principle 5...........................................................................................................................................31 4.7 Funding ..............................................................................................................................................40

APPENDICES

A Plant Schedule B Product Information C Cost Estimate


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1 I n t r o d u c t i o n

The District Council of Cleve engaged the services of QED in August 2007 to prepare a strategic Urban Design Framework for the township of Arno Bay. To assist QED a Steering Committee was put together and included representatives from Council, community groups and business owners with a direct interest in the success and development of the town.

The Arno Bay Urban Design Framework required a methodology focused approach including the need for strong background analysis, research and effective consultation.

The design based project aimed to achieve the following:

• Community participation and ownership of outcomes

• A collaborative and holistic approach to all project elements

• Lead to increase business and service provision

• Recognise and develop the significant potential of Arno Bay

• Identify the priorities and actions required to deliver the project goals

The master plan will provide an integrated strategy for the future development and management of Arno Bay and will provide Council with an independent avenue to attract the funding and support required to implement the key project outcomes. This report presents an approach to the master planning of Arno Bay that responds to the strategic imperatives described above.

The report covers the following chapters:

• An analysis of the town

• A description of the stakeholder and community consultation that drove the development of the Master Plan

• A presentation of the proposed Urban Design Framework that guides the master planning process

• A list of the Master Plan Strategies


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2 A n a l y s i s

2.1 Precincts

Industry Precinct

• The silos are very dominant at the entry of the town as you approach

• The new boat harbour provides excellent facilities for the Aquaculture industry however the current road structure means large vehicles pass directly through the town.

Sports Precinct

• Area in decline due to lack of membership. Oval is an unattractive first view of town, as is mounding for football viewing. Sports Complex / Squash Courts building is unattractive

• Golf Course is not utilized due to its present untended state

• Bowls club is frequently used by people of the town and visitors from surrounding areas

Residential Precinct

• The residential area is generally tidy in appearance however it lacks consistent footpath materiality and street trees

Commercial Precinct

• The commercial precinct of Arno Bay is very small and lacks definition. Parking in this area is also an issue

Caravan Park and Hotel Precinct

• This area of the town provides hospitality and accommodation for tourists and locals. It is separated from the main town by the causeway



Shacks Precinct

• This area has a relaxed holiday environment. The shacks are of varying size and have varying degrees of maintenance and upkeep. Due to the distance to the main township and the lack of connecting pathways this precinct is also dislocated from the main town.

Turnbull Park Precinct

• Dominated by bitumen and car parking

• Views to the beach are blocked by the dense vegetation of Tamarisk trees

Mangrove Precinct

• Award winning boardwalk

• Tourist attraction

• Environmentally important habitat

Dunes and Coast Precinct

• Well established dunes system with sparse natural vegetation

• Gazanias are an environmental problem

Salt Marsh Precinct

• Unique and interesting natural environment. Vast expanse of land

Potential Future Development – Arno Waters Precinct

• Very large development area with potential commercial areas

• Currently vacant, unused land



2.2 Activi ty Hot Spots and Access

There are three major activity hotspots in Arno Bay. They are the IGA and Post Office area, the Caravan Park and Hotel precinct, and the working Marina. During holiday periods the mangrove area also has high activity. Areas of medium activity include the shacks and silos, which are both seasonal and become busier at certain times of the year, and the sports precinct and bowling club. The residential area has a steady and low pace of activity.

The primary vehicular access in Arno bay is the Highway and Tel el Kebir Terrace. The residential grid of streets and sunrise drive, through the shack area are secondary vehicular routes. Creek Road and Bloombery road are tertiary roads that are not heavily utilised.

2.3 Key Issues

Key issues that arose from the site analysis were:

• Lack of directional signage around the town

• Attractions in and surrounding the town are not highlighted

• Sporting facilities are in decline

• Commercial precinct is very small and undefined. Modern conveniences are not provided.

• Foreshore and main township are disconnected

• Lack of road hierarchy. Confusing and dangerous intersections

• Lack of pedestrian and cycle paths

• Turnbull park is tired and dated in appearance and requires upgrade

• Septic tanks are causing environmental issues

• Estuary Boardwalk disconnected from town

• Lack of upmarket accommodation and restaurants

• Large trucks through the town are disruptive and potentially dangerous



3 C o n s u l t a t i o n

3.1 Introduct ion

QED, with the help of the District Council of Cleve, organised and facilitated a number of consultation sessions as the first phase of the project. Initially stakeholder interviews were conducted with representatives from key businesses and community committees and associations in the area. These interviews allowed for one-on-one discussions about the project.

A steering committee workshop was also held at this time, during which a SWOT analysis was conducted on the strengths, issues and weaknesses of Arno Bay. This workshop resulted in five strategic directions for Arno Bay to focus on. The results of this analysis are listed on the following pages.



3.2 Stakeholder Interviews

On the 5th of September 2007 the QED conducted a number of stakeholder interviews with representatives from the following groups;

• Arno Bay Progress Association

• Arno Bay Boat Ramp Committee

• Arno Bay Estuary Boardwalk Committee

• Arno Bay Hotel Social Club

• Arno Bay Shack Owners

• Arno Bay Caravan Park

The key issues that arose from the consultations were:

• Unattractive ‘first impression’ of Arno Township

• Divided township

• Marketing/tourism potential not capitalised upon

Common issues and opportunities raised included:

• Turnbull Park tired and unattractive in appearance

• Lack of Main Street precinct

• Lack of directional signage

• Confusing road network

• Dangerous large trucks through the town centre

• Public facilities (toilets, seating etc) requiring upgrade



3.3 Advisory Committee Workshop

QED also facilitated an issues and opportunity workshop with the project Advisory Committee on the 5th of September 2007. The Advisory Committee included the following people:

• Tony Siviour

• Alf Brinkman

• Cr Siviour

• Cr Foxwell

• Cr Jones

• Cr Elleway

• Dean Siviour

• Tony Zwar

• Ted Robst

• Brad Duncan

• Neil Wickstein

• Lyn Wickstein

• Thora Rehn

• David Priess

The key focus of the workshop was to undertake SWOT analysis with the Advisory Committee as a means to put on the table the key issues and opportunities that would guide the master planning process. The committee was divided into two groups and was asked to discuss the following questions:

• What do you like about Arno Bay?

• What does Arno Bay do well?

• What is Arno Bay ‘known’ for?

• What are Arno Bay’s weak points?

• What causes you frustration?

• What major ‘issues’ do you think Arno Bay faces in the future?



Strengths

• Lifestyle – coastal

• Beaches

• Aquaculture

• Fishing – recreation

• Location on highway

• Weather

• Not overdeveloped yet

• Space available

• Boardwalk

• Tidal creek

• Community

• Harbour

• Tourist destination and stop over

• Friendly people

• Quality accommodation

• Good food

• Low crime rate/safe

• Good place to bring kids up

• Variety of sporting facilities

• Unique salt marsh setting

• Potential for expansion

• Holiday retreat – wide catchment

• Ferry

• Seafood aquaculture trail

• Supportive Council



Issues & Weaknesses

• Lack of rental accommodation for workers

• Two little towns – separation

• Fuel/services

• Lack of commercial zone

• Lack of tourist operators ie. 4 wheel drive tours, insurance is a problem

• Need more public infrastructure

• No aged care facilities

• No cyclist provisions

• Clean seas semi trailer route

• Signage

• Youth involvement (lack of)

• Road confusion

• No pedestrian crossings

• Lack of car parking in Main Street

• Parking in shack area

• Secure storage for boats

• No 24 hour access to ATM

• Needs beautification

• Lack of police presence

• Potential lack of open space after development

• Decreasing membership for sporting clubs

• Lack of employment



They were then asked to brainstorm ‘vision’ words for their town and, as a group, agree on the top five words.

• Recognition

• Reputable

• Attractive

• Unpolluted

• Improvement

• Environment

• Unspoilt

• Brilliant

• Co-operative

• Satisfying

• Safe

• Desirable

• Active

• Happy

• Involvement

• Enjoyable

• Recreation

• Friendly

• Services / Infrastructure

• Positive

• Memorable

• Natural

• Forward facing

• Visionary

• Open

• Futuristic

• Welcoming

• Supportive

• Lifestyle

• Connected

• Sustainable landscape

• Signage

• Holidays

• Non-commercialised

• Open space

• Waterfront experience

• Beach

• Recreational playgrounds

• Expansion

• Facilities

• Vision

• Theme

• Family fun

• Accommodation

• Heritage/history

• Water activity

• Art works

• Tourist attractions

• Renewable energy


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The next stage of the process was to create goal statements for each ‘vision’ word.

Team A’s goal statements were; 1) To create a more attractive and liveable environment

2) To promote the friendly and supportive community outlook

3) To protect and maintain the existing unspoilt and unique environment

4) To welcome all on arrival, and provide a memorable experience

5) To build upon a positive and forward facing outlook support visionary attitude

Team B’s goal statements were;

1) To promote the safe, friendly, affordable coastal lifestyle of Arno Bay

2) To expand on the tourism potential of Arno Bay and surrounding areas, building on attractions, facilities and accommodation

3) Creating linkages between precincts in an environmentally sustainable way to connect the town to encourage an active lifestyle

4) To facilitate coordinated expansion and upgrading of the towns facilities, creating a vision and theme of Arno Bay into the future

5) Create unique family orientated activities and experiences for the residents and visitors to Arno Bay



3.4 Community Workshop

The next stage of consultation was a community workshop. The session aimed to build upon the strategic directions that came out of the stakeholder and steering committee consultations.

Participants were asked to discuss the following questions;

• How can Arno Bay be improved?

• What can be built upon and strengthened?

• What development of the foreshore would you like to see in the future?

Following the general, open style discussion the community members were presented with five goal statements. These statements were constructed from the ten goal statements that the Advisory Committee developed the previous night.

Each participant was given two sticky dots to place on their two favorite goal statements. This process allowed QED to see what the community thought was most important for their town.

Below are the five goal statements in order of preference.

1) To welcome all on arrival, provide clear direction and ensure a memorable experience.

2) Develop connections between divided township

3) Protect and maintain existing unspoilt and unique natural environment, and encourage sustainable landscape practices.

4) Expand on tourism opportunities by providing a greater choice of activities, accommodation and restaurant/café choices.

5) Develop a ‘Main St’ precinct in Arno Bay and implement a consistent and identifiable theme of colours and materials throughout the whole town.



3.5 Community Feedback on Draft Urban Design Framework

Following the community consultation the draft Urban Design Framework was developed based on the five goal statements. It was then presented to the Steering Committee and then to the public. At this stage the community was given the chance to provide feedback on the draft Urban Design Framework. Feedback sheets were available with the display panels, located at the Council Offices in Cleve and Hotel Arno, to allow people to view the Framework in their own time. A total of fourteen people returned a response sheet and five letters were received.

The community feedback was generally positive. Several suggestions were made through the feedback sheets that were not raised during the previous consultation sessions. Many of these suggestions were adopted into the Urban Design Framework to ensure the best possible outcome for Arno Bay.

The Key amendments to the Framework were;

• Pull over parking bay at town entrance

• Truck delivery bay in front of Bowling Club

• Proposed service station location within the town, not on the highway

• Sunrise drive realignment to ensure maximum Turnbull Park area remains

• Potential volley ball court to be located at existing playground site to maintain lawn area at foreshore

• Slip road to be closed with removable bollards and eventually all together



3.6 Conclusion

The consultation process for the Arno Bay Urban Design Framework allowed every member of the community the opportunity to voice their opinions about their town and its future direction. Consulting the community at this early stage meant the project was driven by what is important to the people connected to the area. The community of Arno Bay is very involved the progress of their town. By involving them in this important stage of planning it is hoped that they will continue their strong sense of custodianship. This approach aimed to deliver the best possible outcome for the future of Arno Bay and its residents.



4 U r b a n D e s i g n F r a m e w o r k

4.1 Introduct ion

The Urban Design Framework provides the high level strategic directions that will guide the approach to the future development of Arno Bay and is described as a set of urban design principles.

The Urban Design Framework is both a response to the analysis stage and a controlling device for the design of the master plan. Through the creation of a number of urban design principals, site analysis is quantified into a number of key strategic directions. While the urban design principles do not make up the final design they provide a number of highly important functions within the design process.

An Urban Design Framework:

• provides a stepping stone from analysis to design

• acts as a strong driver and continuing guide to the process of design

The Master Plan takes the direction provided by the Urban Design Principles to create specific urban design concepts and investment opportunities focused on achieving a set of strategic goals for Arno Bay.

The key outcomes of the Master Plan are described by the following strategies. The strategies respond to the directions provided by the Urban Design Principles and establish a persuasive and focused vision for the future development of Arno Bay. Most of the strategies have an associated time period which is the suggested rate of implementation.

Implementation Strategy Staging

• 1-3 years

• 4-7 years

• 8-15 years



4.2 Principle 1

‘Develop a ‘Main St’ precinct in Arno Bay and implement a consistent and identifiable theme of colours and materials throughout the whole town.’

This principle aims to improve upon the town centre of Arno Bay, creating a unique ‘Main Street’ precinct. This involves identifying suitable areas for future retail expansion as the population of Arno Bay increases when the Arno Waters development is completed.

At present the IGA and the Post Office make up the ‘main street’ precinct, sitting on the edge of the town, facing the marshland. The paving and materiality of this area require upgrading to distinguish it from the rest of the street, which is primarily residential.

As Arno Bay grows in the future additional facilities will be required in the main street area to accommodate both residents and visitors. Vacant land next to and diagonally opposite the Bowling Club have been identified as possible sites for future retail development and a potential service station. Although the need for these developments may not proceed for several years it is important to identify these sites now to begin planning for their development.

To develop this area as an important focus in the town a consistent and identifiable theme of colours and materials should be used. A range of naturally inspired colours have been selected for use within paving surfaces, furniture and infrastructure. Colours have been inspired from the sea, native vegetation and earth tones.

Improved pedestrian facilities and undergrounding of services will help to lift the appeal of the main street precinct. This area is also an ideal location for the ‘Flabbi’ sculpture to be positioned. It is an eye-catching and interactive piece of public art that will help draw people into the town and also direct them at this vehicular pivot point.



4.2 .1 Pr inc ip le 1 St ra tegies

• Develop a Main St precinct identifying areas for future retail expansion.

• Locate site for proposed potential ‘service station’, providing travellers rest stop, fuel,

toilets and local tourist information

• Improve upon town centre intersection and upgrade paving and materiality.

• Provide setting for ‘Flabby’ sculpture.



• Break up unattractive town views of marshland with blocks of native vegetation

• Investigate proposed undergrounding of services in Main Street area



• Develop a consistent and identifiable suite of durable site furniture, tough enough to

survive extreme coastal conditions



4.3 Principle 2

‘To welcome all on arrival, provide clear direction and ensure a memorable experience.’

Principle two seeks to improve the visitor experience of Arno Bay. This will begin by improving the first impression of the town by upgrading the entrance. A neat and visually interesting entry statement will help to draw people off the highway and into the town. Arno Bay already has a very attractive entry wall and unique ‘Man in Boat’ sculpture. To build upon these wonderfull elements it is suggested that additional planting be placed behind the stone entry wall to form a solid backdrop. Groundcovers will also be planted in front of the wall to provide a colour contrast and to reduce the amount of grass in this vicinity.

It is also suggested that this low lying area be transformed into a detention basin with a dry wetland treatment. This will capture stormwater which can then be directed onto the new planting areas. To provide visual interest and originality it is suggested that the ‘Man in Boat’ be resurrected as soon as the restoration has been complete. This sculpture has become an icon to the residents and frequent visitors and it is an effective branding device for Arno Bay. A pull over parking bay in this area was suggested by the community and has been included to allow for visitors to safely stop and take photographs.

On the western side of the town entry additional planting is suggested to screen the oval from the highway. This is an ideal place to situate an arts element that is eye catching to further increase the initial appeal of the town

From the entry of the town the Urban Design Framework aims to welcome visitors and provide clear direction and signage. The dolphin entry wall and ‘Man in Boat’ sculpture already effectively highlight the entry to the town. By introducing regular street tree plantings Tel el Kebir Terrace becomes visually more prominent as the main road in the town.

Visual clues such as street tree hierarchy along with additional signage at appropriate scales and locations will provide clear direction for visitors around the town. A shared use path network is suggested to improve pedestrian and cycle movements around the town. The primary path connects the main street precinct with Turnbull Park along the causeway. Street trees and artistic wind socks will act as directional clues in the landscape and will lead people down to the foreshore, one of Arno Bay’s best features. From Turnbull Park additional shared use paths are suggested to connect the mangrove boardwalk and the harbor, two key attractions in Arno Bay.

In the long term, additional path networks should be constructed to link the town with the ‘Arno Waters’ development. Additional formalised walking trails are also proposed as an activity for visitors. A town ‘circuit’ walk starting and finishing at ‘Flabby’, winding through the golf course area. And a coast ‘circuit’ starting at the foreshore, working along the coast to stage 2 of the boardwalk and returning to town on the shared use path. These formalised paths could include spaced directional markers and information boards about the local flora and fauna. A basic map may also be a useful tool for visitors.




• Provide clear and streamlined network of directional signage, highlighting tourist

information points, activities, accommodation and infrastructure.



• Improve ‘first impression’ of Arno Bay by further upgrading town entrance

• Proposed dry wetland treatment and detention basin to reduce lawn area to town entrance.

• Bring back the man in the boat

• Provide additional tree and shrub planting

• Integrate arts feature into entrance statement



• Provide shared use pathway network providing connective element between town

centre, foreshore, harbour & boardwalk.

• Future shared use path to be considered to link town with future ‘Arno Waters’

development.

• Additional walking trails proposed:

- Town ‘circuit’ walk starting and finishing at ‘Flabby’, winding through the golf

course area.

- Coast ‘circuit’ starting at the foreshore, working along the coast to stage 2 of

the boardwalk and returning to town on the shared use path.



4.4 Principle 3

‘Protect and maintain existing unspoilt and unique natural environment, and encourage sustainable landscape practices.’

Arno Bay is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes and unique environments. Principle three aims to protect and maintain this unspoilt landscape while at the same time making it more accessible to residents and visitors.

The mangrove boardwalk is a wonderful educational resource and tourist attraction. It is a credit to the boardwalk committee and to the people of Arno Bay. A shared use path connecting the boardwalk to Turnbull Park will improve its accessibility as people holidaying in the Caravan Park area will be able to enjoy safely walking to this local attraction. Additional amenity facilities have also been planned for the boardwalk.

The foreshore dune system is also an important natural ecosystem that requires protection. Raised boardwalks, similar to the existing structure in the caravan park, are required at several points in front of the shacks to protect the dune vegetation. The dunes currently have a large population of Gazanias, a problem weed. Members of the community are already in the process of removing as many as they can, which is commendable. It is suggested that a formal Gazania removal strategy be put in place to assist these members of the community and result in a permanent Gazania free dune system.

A planting pallet of water wise and locally endemic species has been included in the appendices of this report. The plant schedule is to be used for planting plans throughout the township, specifically the street tree plantings and the focus areas of the Urban Design Framework. Using a consistent planting pallet will help to strengthen the character of the town by introducing a unified streetscape design. The locally endemic and native species will also help to enhance the natural environment. Existing invasive and suckering plants around Arno Bay, such as the Tamarisk trees, should be removed during the upgrades to the township.

Providing additional pedestrian and cycle infrastructure around the town will help to encourage people to use this alternative local transport network, which will reduce pollution and improve fitness. Cycle and walking are also very popular holiday activities and providing these facilities will improve the visitor experience of Arno Bay.



4.4 .1 Strategies

• Provide additional amenity facilities to Mangrove Boardwalk

• Protect coastal dunes with raised boardwalk access points

• Develop and implement gazania removal strategy

• Utilise a planting palette of water wise locally endemic species

• Remove suckering and invasive tree species such as Tamarisk

• Provide additional cycle infrastructure to support an alternative local transport network



4.5 Principle 4

‘Develop connections between divided township’

Arno Bay has developed as two separate towns, divided by the floodplain. Principle four seeks to improve the connection between these two areas to unify the town.

Identifying future land use opportunities that will develop connectivity between the township and the foreshore was the first step in overcoming this issue. The strategy of the Urban Design Framework is to incrementally bridge the divide with staged development starting at either end of the causeway and eventually meeting in the middle as the town grows. This strategy involves rezoning these areas for commercial uses in the future.

During the interim period the causeway path should be upgraded to a shared use path, as previously mentioned, to encourage pedestrian movement between the two areas. The existing struggling Norfolk Island Pines along the causeway should be removed and replaced with a more appropriate species such as Eucalyptus globulus (salt grow hybrid) in a strong ‘avenue’ planting treatment. The western edge of the causeway also requires softening with vegetation.

As previously mentioned, visual clues in the landscape such as street tree hierarchy can be very effective directional devices for visitors. A windsock avenue is suggested to run along the causeway path, leading visitors to the foreshore. The windsock avenue will provide a unique vibrant, colourful and dynamic connecting element, running from the town centre to the jetty. Windsocks may be alternated seasonally or for special events, and may depict fish or other fun distinctive local themes. Repeating this element at the town entry and the foreshore will visually link these two areas.




• Identify future land use opportunity which will develop connectivity between township

and foreshore.

• Develop a strategy for incremental ‘bridging of the divide’ with staged development

starting at either end and meeting in the middle.

• Develop road hierarchy through use of scale, footway materiality and street planting treatment



• Proposed land use rezoning to ‘commercial’, with future retail expansion to coincide with

‘Arno Waters’ residential development.



• Upgrade causeway path to a shared use path

• Provide a strong ‘avenue’ treatment of street trees

• Remove existing unhealthy Norfolk Island Pines and replace with alternate more

appropriate species

• Soften western edge of causeway with additional landscape treatment



• Integrate connective arts element



4.6 Principle 5

‘Expand on tourism opportunities by providing a greater choice of activities, accommodation and restaurant/café choices.’

Arno Bay is a wonderful small town with a lively holiday population. Principle five aims to expand on these tourism opportunities by providing a greater choice of facilities and activities. The main focus of these facility upgrades is the foreshore precinct. The first step is to open up views of the ocean and jetty from the causeway. This will help to draw people from town down to the foreshore. Hotel Arno is a main feature of this precinct and it is suggested that the front be upgraded and expanded to allow for an upmarket alfresco dining area. It is also suggested that opportunities to upgrade the Yacht Club into an upmarket restaurant / café facility be investigated.

A large number of improvements are suggested for Turnbull Park to make it a pedestrian orientated space. Turnbull Park is currently dominated by bitumen in a confusing arrangement of access roads and car parking. The Urban Design Framework aims to rationalise to road network within the park, maintaining adequate parking and access. Vehicles will move in a one way loop from the café car park entrance. The road will be paved to give it a civic feel and to signal to cars that it is a shared use zone. The new design for Turnbull Park provides a setting for the amenity building, which has already been chosen. The Urban Design Framework suggests relocating the playground equipment, and upgrading some of it, into the park, next to the new facility building. The existing playground site could then be utilised as a beach volley ball area, providing an activity for the older children within the town.

The Super Shed requires sympathetic upgrades as it is a valuable piece of heritage. The Urban Design Framework suggests that all of the historic monuments on display around the town be moved next to the Super Shed to create a historic precinct within Turnbull Park. Interpretive signage to explain these items would help both visitors and children to understand and value the history and heritage of Arno Bay.

The Jetty is currently used by many local people and visitors. There is an existing shade structure that needs to be replaced and it is suggested that a shelter structure be added to the end of the jetty.

To build upon tourism opportunities additional accommodation facilities will need to be provided. Eco tourism is very popular and it is suggested that ‘Eco Cabins’ be installed to capitalise on the unique environmental conditions of Arno Bay. As previously mentioned, boardwalk crossings over the dune system should also be installed to protect this sensitive ecosystem. The boat harbour also requires additional facilities including a fish cleaning station and boat wash down.




• Opportunity to upgrade and expand on the front of Hotel Arno with upmarket alfresco

dining area



• Provide setting for new amenity block

• Open up jetty and sea views

• Upgrade super shed and provide interpretive/historic signage

• Relocation of heritage items to create historic ‘precinct’ area in Turnbull Park



• Relocate and upgrade foreshore playground

• Provide beach volleyball court

• Extend planting to connect Centenary and Turnbull Parks



• Upgrade present shelter structure and provide additional shade to end of jetty



• Develop greater variety of accommodation choices with proposed upmarket

‘eco-cabin’ development



• Investigate opportunities for upgrade of Yacht Club building for upmarket

Restaurant / café facility to support holiday/shack population and proposed

‘Arno Waters’ residents

• Provided common lawn frontages to shacks

• Provide boardwalk crossings over natural dune areas



• Provide boat wash down and fish cleaning area at harbour

• Extend boardwalk from existing lookout to the beach.



• Investigate opportunities for developing community facilities within town hall

• Provide formalised ‘bus stop’ facility to front of town hall



4.7 Funding

Funding for these projects may come from a number of sources. In addition to council funding and the active community fundraising initiatives grants could be sourced from;

• Department for Transport, Energy and Infrastructure

• Department of Environment and Heritage

• Department of Families and Communities

• Community Connect

• Community Benefit SA

• Tourism SA

• SA Tourism Commission

• Tourism Development Fund

• Office for Recreation and Sport

• Active Club Program

• Coast Protection Board

• Minor Coast Works Funding

• Art for Public Places

• SA History Fund

Arno Bay Urban Design Framework

Documents

Transcript of Arno Bay Urban Design Framework