Hobartians looking to enjoy a bite in the fresh air can now soak up the city buzz right on Collins Street, with the official launch of a vibrant new streetside dining area.
Lined with colourful furniture and leafy greenery, the new space aims to bring life and energy to a strip of much-loved cafes and restaurants, in a communal area where everyone can eat, meet and enjoy.
The opening of the dining space marks the official launch of the two-year Transforming Collins Street tactical trial.
Spread across a 700-metre stretch between Molle and Murray streets, the trial also includes separated cycle lanes, a zebra crossing, fresh greenery, and lower speed limits.
The trial aims to support local businesses and encourage people to spend more time on Collins Street - resulting in a more welcoming CBD and boosting economic activity.
It delivers on a key action from the Hobart Transport Strategy – to make it easier for more people to ride bikes more often, by progressively building a safer, more connected cycling network.
Earlier consultation showed strong support for the direction of the project, with 68 per cent of street users feeling positive about the changes.
Another engagement round will be held one-month post-trial launch, giving the community the chance to provide feedback on how they feel about the changes and their experiences.
Parking in Hobart is about to become easier in Hobart too with the City of Hobart to introduce a web app showing on and off-street parking availability in real time – another step towards making it easier for people to visit the CBD.
