Creating community infrastructure which further enhances the lives of Territorians and creates jobs is important to the Territory Government.
Together with the City of Palmerston a new and exciting community asset for the people of Palmerston has taken a major leap forward today.
The Northern Territory Government has granted the City of Palmerston, 47 hectares of community crown land to build the Zuccoli and Surrounds Community Hub. The land is zoned for community purpose with this development fitting the requirements.
The Zuccoli and Community Hub surrounds will be a place for Palmerston residents to come together and enjoy a space that will connect families, friends and the community. The proposed design creates a focal point, offering something for everyone, including walking trails, a dog park, a garden of reflection, a pump track and playground.
The land grant also includes the natural environment of Mitchell Creek. Council will maintain this important and valuable natural resource and respects the home it provides for numerous species of plants and animals. It is Council’s ambition to ensure the construction and development in the area complements the landscape and preserves the biodiversity of the area.
A masterplan has been developed to guide the design of the proposed Zuccoli and Surrounds Community Hub. The City of Palmerston will commence community consultation to seek feedback.
The development will be split into stages with the first stage to be completed this year, with an already committed regional ‘off-leash’ dog park worth $350,000. All other elements will be prioritised in stages following consultation.
Key proposed features of the project will include:
- walking trails
- skate park
- pump track
- playground
- boutique children’s library
- community event space
- community centre; and
- garden of reflection.
For more information on the land grant, the Zuccoli and Surrounds Community Hub and the upcoming community consultation, visit www.palmerston.nt.gov.au/operations/major-projects/zuccoli-community-hub
Quotes from the Minister for Infrastructure, Planning and Logistics, Eva Lawler:
“Creating jobs and improving social infrastructure is one way we are growing our Territory communities.
“The Zuccoli Community Hub will have something for everyone and will be a positive addition to the growing family community of Palmerston. This grant has been through the due process and will be sitting on community purpose zoned land, making it the perfect complement to the growing region.
“This development will support our growing number of families in Palmerston and we are excited to see the Zuccoli Community Hub come to life.
Quotes from City of Palmerston Mayor, Athina Pascoe-Bell:
“The new Community Hub in Zuccoli will be an important public asset for our community. This will be a great space for your community group meetings, a quiet place to study or hosting a celebration. This is an exciting step forward in providing this part of our wider community with an all-inclusive and safe precinct for our growing population.
“We look forward to hearing what the community has to say when we launch consultation.”