Metro Park Silverdale
Facility Build Consultation Process HAVE YOUR SAY ~ Online Survey Closes Monday, 16th September
Rikki Burgess
Business Project Manager | Harbour Sport
Kayla Alison-Carnie
Project Coordinator | Harbour Sport
Introduction
The following is the consultation process for the proposed facility build at Metro Park, Silverdale. We highly value your input and aim to ensure the new facility reflects the diverse needs and aspirations of our community. The consultation process involves gathering feedback through community surveys and targeted workshops, followed by a series of community workshops to refine and finalise the project plans.
The consultation is open to individuals, families, community members, and organizations such as clubs, local organisations, schools, and Regional Sports Organizations (RSOs).
Consultation Process
Step 1
Community Consultation Survey
Objective: Gather high-level input from the broader community.
Focus: Identify overarching themes, priorities, and values that should guide the facility’s development.
Step 2
Targeted Consultation Survey
Objective: Collect detailed needs and preferences from specific organisations, sports clubs, schools, community groups, and other stakeholders.
Step 3
Details
Confirm if the respondent has the authority to speak on behalf of their organisation.
Specify the type of organisation (e.g., sports club, school, community group).
Key Consultation Themes
Cultural and Community Values
- Celebrate cultural heritage and traditions.
- Collaborate with local communities and indigenous groups.
- Integrate cultural significance into the facility design.
Sustainability
- Design environmentally friendly facilities.
- Create flexible and inclusive spaces.
- Promote environmental stewardship through educational programs.
Interpretation
- Provide opportunities to learn about local history, ecology, and cultural significance.
- Use storytelling and interactive experiences to engage visitors.
Ecology
- Engage schools and community groups in conservation efforts.
- Create spaces for outdoor education and nature experiences.
- Establish programs to enhance local ecosystems.
Events and Recreation
- Host events promoting community engagement and cultural exchange.
- Provide accessible recreational facilities for all ages.
- Offer diverse activities such as sports fields, playgrounds, and gathering spaces.
Access and Transport
- Develop accessible pathways for pedestrians and cyclists.
- Address parking needs and integrate sustainable transportation options.
- Enhance connectivity through walking trails and bike routes.
Formal Recreation Facilities
- Celebrate cultural heritage and traditions.
- Collaborate with local communities and indigenous groups.
- Integrate cultural significance into the facility design.
Natural Values and Ecology
- Design environmentally friendly facilities.
- Create flexible and inclusive spaces.
- Promote environmental stewardship through educational programs.
Informal Recreation Opportunities
- Provide opportunities to learn about local history, ecology, and cultural significance.
- Use storytelling and interactive experiences to engage visitors.
Technology Integration and Community Involvement
- Engage schools and community groups in conservation efforts.
- Create spaces for outdoor education and nature experiences.
- Establish programs to enhance local ecosystems.
Education and Constraints
- Host events promoting community engagement and cultural exchange.
- Provide accessible recreational facilities for all ages.
- Offer diverse activities such as sports fields, playgrounds, and gathering spaces.
Get Involved & Have Your Say
Stay informed through our website and the Council/Hibiscus and Bays local board updates.
We encourage you to participate in the consultation process through either of the options below.
Community Workshops
Presenting the survey data
Topic discussions
Date ~ Time ~ Location – TBC (Mid to Late September)
Online Survey submissions close on Monday, 16th September at 5pm
Conclusion
We look forward to collaborating with you to create a new facility that truly reflects the needs and aspirations of our community.
Your feedback is crucial to the success of this project, and we are committed to incorporating your insights into the planning and design process.
