Strategic Projects along the Waterfront - City of Greater Geelong

WATERFRONT GEELONG MASTERPLAN 2010
G. Waterfront Pavilion Site
The Waterfront Pavilion site lies between the Cunningham Pier forecourt
and Steampacket Quay. It is a passive open space with a grassed surface
with timber decking on the northern and eastern sides and exposed
aggregate concrete paving. There is some public seating. Medium to large
development of the approximately 1000m2 site is hampered by the physical
constraints of drainage infrastructure and the overland fl ood path. However,
the site is suited to a pavilion-style building. Uses of the site might include
facilities like ticketing that supports the berthing of ferries, fi shing or charter
vessels, a fl orist or refreshment business. The relationship of the Waterfront
Pavilion site to the Carousel across Steampacket Quay suggests that a
modestly scaled building in this location would lend balance to the built form
of the quay.
Urban Initiatives
Key Recommendations
� Uses to remain as current.
� The view from Customs Plaza across to the carousel, "North" and the Steampacket Quay should be protected (Fig C29).
� Upgrade Alexander Thompson Jetty to the same standard as the adjacent decking.
� Residential development is neither supported or encouraged.
� Gross Pollutant Trap needs surface treatment to improve the aesthetic.
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