Thank you to those who provided feedback during the consultation period from 26 November 2024 - 26 February 2025. Consultation for Better City Streets has now closed.

We received 2,731 pieces of feedback from hundreds of people on proposed designs for Dickson Group Centre, Cooyong Street, Alinga Street and City Walk to make it easier, safer and more attractive to move around.

The City Renewal Authority has considered submissions received during the consultation period and is in the process of making appropriate revisions to draft designs.

The full response to consultation findings is now available in the listening report.

City Renewal sought your ideas and input on a concept masterplan outlining future public space upgrades in the Dickson centre.

A concept master plan is a big plan for the future. It helps us know what to do and when to do it, so we can grow and improve the area.

The concept masterplan identifies future improvements to Challis Street, Antill Street (minor), Woolley Street, Cape Street, Badham Street and Dickson Place. It also defines the character of the streetscapes and identifies design principles and materials.

Building on the Dickson Place Plan, the concept masterplan will establish a clear and inspiring vision for future development, ensuring that it aligns with the overarching goals and aspirations of the community.

Whilst the Dickson Group Centre is undergoing significant transformation, it remains a vital part of Canberra's heritage and a hub of diversity, commerce, and community.

We sought your insights on the potential impacts, opportunities, and challenges associated with the concept masterplan.

Your feedback will help us understand what is important to all community members, including residents, workers, businesses, property owners and other visitors.

We were particularly interested in learning about:

• how you currently navigate Dickson's streetscapes
• the features that bring you to the area
• your priorities for the street upgrades.

Your responses will inform the final concept masterplan and future designs.

Your feedback is crucial to the success of the Dickson Group Centre revitalisation and will inform the final concept masterplan. By sharing your thoughts, you'll help us:

• identify key priorities
• improve the quality of our streetscapes
• create greener and more pedestrian-friendly public spaces.

Your input will influence the design decisions that shape the future of Dickson.

The Dickson Group Centre is one of Canberra’s oldest shopping and dining areas. The central community meeting place comprises a diverse range of public spaces, including:

• The family-friendly Dickson shops
• The thriving Woolley Street's Eat Street
• The commercial business hub along Challis Street and Northbourne Avenue
• The surrounding tree-lined residential neighbourhood.

The concept masterplan will enhance these spaces, supporting Dickson’s rapidly growing residential and employment population, as well as complementing private investment in the area.

Our renewal of Dickson is being guided by the local community to make sure it remains a unique and much-loved public space. This includes supporting dining, shopping and other business activities.