Community & Business
3 May, 2025
Input sought on CBD revamp
MEMBERS of the community, CBD property owners, business operators and residents are invited to nominate for the Project Blueprint stakeholder reference group.
The blueprint, which is funded to the tune of $2.1 million through the Australian Government’s Regional Precincts and Partnerships Program, will allow the council to undertake a once-in-a-generation project to revitalise Mareeba’s CBD.
The project will deliver a construction-ready precinct plan to invigorate and future-proof the CBD between Herberton Street and Lloyd Street and between Constance Street and Railway Avenue.
The precinct plan will improve pedestrian accessibility, stormwater drainage and the general amenities in Mareeba’s main shopping area.
Council wants to ensure Project Blueprint meets the needs and aspirations of the community, announcing the formation of a stakeholder reference group.
The group will meet to provide information, advice and recommendations on the development of the precinct plan and to help identify opportunities.
The group will include representatives from the Mareeba Chamber of Commerce, a disability advocacy organisation, the trucking industry, Traditional Owners and local tourism operators.
CBD business operators, property owners and residents, and the general community are invited to nominate to be part of the group by 12pm on 12 May.
Mareeba Shire Mayor Angela Toppin is encouraging the community to be involved in the “generational project”.
“Project Blueprint begins with solving the stormwater drainage issues and concludes with plans for an attractive, safe space the community wants to spend time in,” she said.
Mareeba Chamber of Commerce is a sub-partner on the project and has long advocated for a revitalised CBD. President Joe Moro is looking forward to the planning project.
“Together with council and the other stakeholders we will create a CBD that encourages people to visit, to shop and to stay longer,” he said.
To nominate for the Blueprint stakeholder reference group, visit council’s website.
