The Kingston Foreshore Precinct Project, included in Council’s 2021-2022 Annual Business Plan & Budget, which proposes the commencement of development planning for rejuvenation of the Lions Park on Hanson Street and to consider integration of the Kingston Jetty into this precinct.
Council engaged Arcuate Architecture to develop a heritage overview of the project that outlines the history of the area, and of the individual heritage assets within the confines of the Kingston RV Park, Lions Park, Foreshore and Jetty. The existing heritage assets hold significance primarily for their connection to Kingston’s establishment of government administration, prominent industries, railway line and maritime trade. It is imperative that steps are taken to ensure that the historic legacy of Kingston, both the place and associated objects, are conserved, repaired, and maintained. Their history should be presented in a range of ways, such as by appropriate interpretation materials, for the understanding of present and future generations.
The Heritage Precinct Overview will be integrated into future planning for rejuvenation of the area, providing key information for any major developments to the area.