Parks Victoria unveils new designs for St Kilda Pier for public feedback
TWO new designs for the proposed revamp of St Kilda Pier have been unveiled for public consultation as Parks Victoria seeks to renew the failing 1971 structure. SEE THE PICS.
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TWO new designs for the proposed revamp of St Kilda Pier have been unveiled for public consultation.
Parks Victoria is planning to renew the failing 1971 structure.
Architects have developed two designs that provide access for swimming and boating, while making the most of bay and city views.
The existing heritage-listed kiosk, marina and breakwater extension will be retained.
The first option proposes a straight structure built about 10m to the south of the existing pier. This proposal extends past the kiosk and creates a swimming lagoon between the pier and breakwater extension.
The second proposal is for a curved design that increases public space next to the kiosk and provides swimming access to the north.
The penguin colony would not be disturbed by any works. Parks Victoria works with Earthcare and the Phillip Island Nature Park to care for the little penguins.
Parks Victoria executive director Chris Hardman said concrete piers and jetties generally last about 50 years depending on design and conditions.
“The current St Kilda Pier is slowly deteriorating as it nears the end of its practical service life and we need to plan for its future,’’ Mr Hardman said.
Design studio Jackson Clement Burrows and landscape architects Site Office have created the two concepts.
Mr Hardman said community input in the design process for the pier was important to create the best future for one of Melbourne’s most loved landmarks.
“St Kilda Pier has changed quite a lot since it was first built in the 1850s.’’
The original pier kiosk was built in 1904 but was destroyed in an arson attack in 2003.
It was rebuilt to the original 1903 plans, incorporating some original components, and then reopened three years later.
A final submission on the pier design is expected to be presented to the state government in December.
Members of the public can provide their feedback here.
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