Works Approval Report.pdf - the National Capital Authority

Campbell Section 5 - Works Approval Project Ref: 110029Prepared for the Land Development AgencyExisting tree grouping along the northern and eastern edge of the park form a linear deciduousforest. The forest is well used, with a beaten earth path on the forest floor. A native sub-alpine forestsupplements the existing edge, enhancing the screening capacity of the deciduous trees.On the western edge of the park, a formal avenue of Pines and Oaks provide a shaded naturalcolonnade between the park edge street and the open space.Down the western slopes of the park, ornamental flowering Apple trees provide seasonal colour anda change in scale.Within the swale and along the main path spine, a range of trees provide shade for the play podsand contribute to the functioning of the swale as species which tolerate inundation. Along this mainspine Oaks provide a reference to the previous planting on the site. At the south eastern end of thewetland retention area a cluster of Dawn Redwood trees form a seasonal statement through redfoliage.The south eastern corner of the park is defined by a tall eucalypt forest, this functions as both ascreening area for the proposed buildings, but also creates intimate spaces for smaller pathwaysinto the park. Dark and light bark eucalypts create a feature of texture and colour as the paths moveinto the park.Along the urban park edge to the south and east of the park Pines form a sculptural feature withinthe hardscape of paving and furniture.The northern village green is complimented by both existing deciduous planting on both its northernand eastern sides, while a new bosque of Maples to the west completes this formal park space.7.3.7 Open spaceA range of grasslands are proposed for the site dictating formal active uses and more informal areasof the park. Grassed terraces mediate the level change along the western side of the park andmerge with wetland planting at the lowest point. Native grasses, slashed at a high level run aroundthe northern boundary of the park under existing trees and are intersected at points by beatenwalking tracks and deco gravel paths. The central circular field provides a mown turf for active uses.7.3.8 The GreenThe north western corner is an intimate space, slightly removed from the system of parks and moreactive uses of the main park area. This area will become a traditional green; a grassed space withseating, that encourages passive use, and a space to withdraw. It will create a green buffer acrossthe narrowest part of the park, and provide amenity for visitors to ANZAC Parade, in the form ofseating, shade, and bins. Additionally, it could be used as a function or organising space for ANZACevents.November 2012 Cardno 43