Things are happening on the Dixon Street upgrade!
Extract from the WCC website
12 months ago, when the community came together to tell us (the Council) they didn’t feel safe in the central city anymore, many concerns centred around the Te Aro Park/Dixon Street area. Our data supported this, and we could see that some things needed to change.
When the Pōneke Promise was launched, we made a commitment with our Partners to improve the feeling of safety and vibrancy in the central city. We’ve delivered some great changes and initiatives for the city so far, and revitalising Dixon Street is next on the list with work due to start early July 2022.
The work includes:
Widening the footpath along the northern side of Dixon Street with wooden decking. This will visually and physically connect Te Aro Park to the wider area and provide better sightlines to and from the park.
Planters alongside help to slow down traffic, create clear boundaries between the street and pedestrian space, and improve the look and feel of the area.
Installing wooden decking and more planters to enable two ‘parklets’ along the southern side, providing opportunities for public seating and outdoor dining.
Installing two additional speed cushions to slow traffic and improve pedestrian safety.