The Circle of Reflection viewing platform will offer panoramic views of Port Phillip Bay, St Kilda
A new platform in St Kilda will offer beach-goers a breathtaking 360-degree view of Port Phillip Bay and its surrounds. Here’s when construction of the site is likely to begin.
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A new 360-degree viewing platform over Port Phillip Bay will be built at St Kilda.
The new viewing area at iconic St Kilda beach – to be named “Circle of Reflection” – will extend 60m out into the bay.
Melbourne Water will build the platform as an “attractive addition’’ to the replacement of the 70-year-old Shakespeare Grove main drain outlet.
Melbourne Water program delivery general manager Eamonn Kelly said it would be a draw card for locals and visitors and fit in with the character of the St Kilda foreshore.
“The circular shaped viewing platform will be a friendly and inviting space,’’ he said.
“It will have seating so people can stay and experience the panoramic views of the surrounding Port Phillip Bay and foreshore.
“It’s an ideal position to enjoy watching the sunrise and sunset.’’
The design was developed by international group Stantec-Arup and Melbourne-based
Human Habitats.
Mr Kelly said the structure would also help keep the public safe, ensuring the main drain outlet reduces the risk of flooding to surrounding suburbs for years to come.
A tender process has been launched for the detailed design and construction of the project with works expected to start early next year.
Mr Kelly said the platform would become a popular Melbourne site once constructed.
“We believe that it has the potential to become a landmark location for St Kilda and a tourist attraction,” he said.