Project Update: May 2022

Thank you for your feedback

The City asked for your feedback on two design options for new anti-climb structures on the Othello and Maraboo bridges in North Coogee. We also asked which artwork themes we should consider for some perforated panels, which will form part of these structures.

What we heard

Project communications were sent to over 500 North Coogee residents and signs were installed on site. More than 350 people visited the project page and 88 people provided feedback. Thank you for having your say.

• Design A (open design anti-climb structure) is the preferred design (78.5% prefer Design A; 4.5% prefer Design B; 2.5% prefer both; and 14.5% prefer none of the options).
• Why respondents prefer Design A:
  • Aesthetics,
  • Perceived cost,
  • Design (most difficult to climb),
  • Lower maintenance, and
  • Safety (open design appears safer to walk through in periods of low light).
• ‘Marine’ is the preferred (73%) artwork theme for the perforated panels.
• Why respondents prefer ‘marine’ theme:
  • Fits with the area.

Next steps

Key findings have been reviewed will be considered in the final design process. When available, a final project update will be detailed on this page. The upgrades are expected to be installed in the 2022-23 financial year.

More information

For more information about this project please contact the project team on 08 9411 3444 or [email protected].