The importance of engagement in the creation of icon developments that promote sustainable and healthy communities
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2012
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Russell, D.
Weber, D.
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Chileshe, N.
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Proceedings of the 6th International Conference and Workshop on the Built Environment in Developing Countries (ICBEDC 2012), 2012 / Chileshe, N. (ed./s), pp.925-936
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6th International Conference and Workshop on the Built Environment in Developing Countries (ICBEDC 2012) (4 Dec 2012 - 5 Dec 2012 : Adelaide)
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A redevelopment of the Queenscliff Harbour in Victoria was completed in 2009 following extensive community consultation. The project was designed to be a community centrepiece that promoted sustainability. This paper explores the importance of community engagement in the creation of major icon developments that deliver benefits to the community. This is achieved through investigation of the satisfaction residents and tourists have with the redevelopment and the consultation and planning process preceding the redevelopment of the precinct. In addition the perceived personal and community benefits people associate with the harbour area were investigated. The physical recreation value of the development was assessed using SOPARC, the system for observing play and recreation in communities developed by Mackenzie et al (2006). This indicated the site is not frequently used for vigorous physical activity, rather it is a site for leisurely strolls and a meeting place for coffee. Results suggest some tension between local residents and developers in terms of the consultation process. Specifically, a concern existed that input from the community was not adequately considered in the final plans. The greatest use of the area was by tourists who demonstrated a high degree of satisfaction with the development. Local residents, on the other hand, reported lower levels of satisfaction. This paper highlights the need to have clear objectives, to understand the public and what types of participation are appropriate. It also offers a set of recommendations for managers on how to build better community support for future major projects.
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Copyright [2012] Denni Russell ; proceedings copyright ICBEDC