Port Pirie Greening Program: WSUD Works on The Terrace
Port Pirie Regional Council is pleased to announce that the next stage of the Port Pirie Greening Program, involving significant works along The Terrace area between Memorial Drive and Mary-Elie Street will get underway in coming weeks.
The focus areas for this stage of the project include:
- The Terrace and Memorial Drive intersection and roundabout
- Pirie West Oval Carpark
Environmental and Community Impact:
- Over 6,000 new plants, shrubs, groundcovers and trees will be added, increasing ground-level planting, reducing dust, and enhancing canopy cover.
- These plantings will improve the biodiversity of the area, contribute to a greener environment and enhance the overall street appeal.
- The sealing of the carpark area will reduce dust and improve parking and accessibility for the community.
As part of these works, Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD) infrastructure will be installed, incorporating secondary irrigation systems to support the new plantings of trees, shrubs, and groundcovers.
The benefits of Water Sensitive Urban Design infrastructure are to enhance water sustainability and ensure the longevity of plantings. This includes the storage, treatment and use of runoff, as well as water-efficient landscaping practices.
Works are expected to commence in the coming weeks and will continue through to late June 2025. During the project, there will be traffic restrictions and road closures at various times. The Council will endeavour to minimise these disruptions and ensure the community is well-informed throughout the duration of the project.
Port Pirie Regional Council appreciates the community’s patience and support as we work towards creating a greener and more sustainable environment for all. This is a long-term project that will yield results over time and the implementation of WSUD principles will support the plantings in our current dry conditions.
The Port Pirie Greening Program is funded by the Government of South Australia as part of a four-year, $5.7 million partnership with Port Pirie Regional Council and the Targeted Lead Abatement Program (TLAP) that aims to minimise lead exposure pathways, beautify the community and increase biodiversity.