Small concrete kerbs and traffic islands across the inner city are being transformed into lush gardens as part of a City of Sydney plan to create more green spaces and beautify city streets.
Eleven sites have been transformed into mini gardens by the City's construction and landscape teams with work soon to commence at the corner of Albion and Belmore Streets, Surry Hills and between 224 and 304 Harris St in Ultimo.??
Lord Mayor Clover Moore MP said the program is part of the City's commitment to creating a vibrant and green Sydney - as envisaged in Sustainable Sydney 2030.
"Everybody has an ownership of public space and a well-maintained, vibrant streetscape with plants and trees not only makes the area more visually appealing but increases community pride in the area, helps reduce C02 emissions and reduces stormwater run-off."
In taking a look at our everyday surroundings we saw multiple opportunities where sites could be redeveloped into engaging and enjoyable spaces," Moore said.
"These small improvements reduce the amount of hard surfaces and can really lift the visual appeal of a street corner or the side of a busy road strip. For many residents it's a chance for them to have their own front yard," Moore said.
"As part of Sustainable Sydney 2030 we are committed to reducing carbon emissions and creating the world's most liveable city where people are valued above all else."
To date sites have been completed at Darlinghurst, Green Square, Kings Cross, Newtown, Paddington, Potts Point, Redfern, Roseberry, Surry Hills, Ultimo, Wooloomoloo and Zetland.
