A stepped grass amphitheatre with flat steps suitable for market stalls, picnics and other uses combined with an enlarged covered deck space which doubles as a stage was identified as an important project in Growing Winchelsea – Shaping Future Growth 2015 strategy.
The project seeks to link existing projects such as native tree planting, a timber boardwalk and concrete path connecting to the River Walk loop.
“Detailed drawings and photos were highlighted in the strategy and timing is right to progress this plan,” said John Tebbutt, President of Growing Winchelsea.
At the Community Forum held on Tuesday 11 June 2024 this topic was discussed briefly by council with Chris Pike providing advice about how the community can advance a Community Project Proposal – undertake its feasibility, identify the scope of the project and other elements required to push forward with the project.
“As our population grows and visitation to our town increases the amphitheatre not only provides a productive open space linked to the Arboretum Trail but allows a diversity of event tourism opportunities to develop,” continues John.
Over the coming months Growing Winchelsea will work with council and the community to start the process to realise this riverside development.
