FAQ

We had a fantastic response from the community to the survey with almost 15% of the community returning it and over 130 residents attending the drop in sessions, held in February 2020.

Blackheath residents told us:

• They love the shops and village, and most are looking forward to the improvements identified in the Masterplan.
• There was a favourable response to a town square with residents loving the idea of more seating, gardens and water refill stations, as well as occasional events like markets, music and pop-up stalls in the village centre.
•       The roundabout and better and safer access for pedestrians was at the top of the list of improvements the community wants to see in Blackheath.
• They want to see more efficient parking because it’s essential to the functioning and connection of the village.
• Traffic flow and access in the Sutton Lane carpark is also really important to the Blackheath community.

Based on the results of the survey and consultation with the Blackheath community, we will start to prepare for the important works that will improve safety, flow and connectivity in and around the village. These safety and connectivity upgrades will include:

• Improving sections of the footpath on Great Western Highway and along Wentworth Street, from Blackheath Gardens to the school.
• Improving access outside the community hall with a loading bay and new kerbs
• Formalising parking on Station Street and improving the corner of Bundarra Street.
• Introducing pedestrian crossings 
• Enhancing pedestrian safety at the entrance to the Sutton Lane carpark from Wentworth Street.
• Re-configuring of the Sutton Lane carpark with additional parking at the eastern end.
• Revitalising Neate Park with feature and safety lighting.

Yes, there was a favourable response to the concept of a town square with residents loving the idea of more seating, gardens and water refill stations as well as occasional events like markets, music and pop up stalls in the village centre.

The town square is the biggest proposed change, and while there was a favourable response to the concept, there is still work to do before we’re ready to build it.  We will continue to work with Blackheath businesses and residents to finalise how this space will work for everyone.

As the new town square is such a large project, and so important to get right, it’s likely this part of the upgrade will be delivered separately to the safety and connectivity improvements listed above.

The town square was identified as something the community would benefit from in the Blackheath Masterplan. A town square provides somewhere to meet with friends, rest and relax while out in the village and enjoy occasional markets and events.

It is the social heart of the village, and provides a safe and vibrant place for the community and visitors to gather and enjoy Blackheath village. The town square may include seating, shade planting, gardens and even facilities like internet access, as well as providing a place for local businesses to activate and enhance their presence. 

Yes. Stage 1 of the upgrade will see improvements to pedestrian safety  in the entry/exit to and from Wentworth Street.

No. In fact, with the reconfiguration of the eastern end of the carpark, there will be additional parking spaces as part of stage 1 of the upgrade.

No, the upgrade will not change areas zoned for deliveries.