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6.7 EVENTS & ACTIVATION OVERLAY

Regular community events and activation of the public domain provide social and economic benefits, supporting the local economy and contributing to the identity of place and community.

These should be programmed to activate the Town Centre and support local businesses throughout the year, with a variety of events that enliven public spaces during the day and evenings.

EVENT AREAS & ROLE/FUNCTIONS

Apex Park: Existing ANZAC and Remembrance Day services, as well as other festival and market events

Stockton Street: Proposed shared zone in heart of CBD gives opportunity for everyday/weekend popup activities and events that incorporate and celebrate local businesses and encourage late night activation

Magnus Street, Village Precinct: Proposed shared zone with level street treatment and potential for closure for year-round weekly or monthly market events and other pop-up activities such as Food and Wine Festivals

Yacaaba Street: Infrastructure for events (water, power, lighting) was added in the recent Yacaaba St Extension

Foreshore Central Plaza: Existing sculpture festival and other events, potential to link with Stockton St to reinforce connection from Marina to Town Centre

Eastern Foreshore: Focus on recreational activities and facilities for all ages, potential for educational programme/ events, such as a wide range of educational programs that are designed and offered by Port Stephens Council to increase environmental awareness for the community

LEGEND Concept Only: Final design subject to technical design considerations, detailed investigation of services and relevant approvals

Study Boundary

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