Trust Tairāwhiti will host a public presentation on 20 February to share insights from the first stage of its City Centre Catalyst Initiatives Project.
The project aims to identify a series of catalyst initiatives that will help revitalise Gisborne’s city centre and lead to further development. It has been led and funded by Trust Tairāwhiti, in partnership with Gisborne District Council and Rongowhakaata Iwi Trust.
The project focuses on initiatives that align with existing plans and policies and can be progressed quickly by working with private and public land owners, building owners and developers.
The first stage involved significant community engagement including at the A&P Show, focused topic engagement sessions, and technical workshops with subject experts to explore strategic opportunities.
Recurring themes emerged, including a desire for more family-friendly spaces, better use of vacant buildings, a vibrant main street, increased apartment living, and new businesses. This feedback helped shape a shortlist of initiatives for development.
We know our community is passionate about the city centre's future. This presentation is an opportunity to share insights from the project's first stage and discuss the shortlisted initiatives proposed for the next phase - planning and implementation.
All welcome.
Locations
Rose Room, Lawson Field Theatre, 7 Fitzherbert Street, Gisborne 4010
