Cohuna Waterfront Development officially opened

Published on 27 February 2023

Cohuna residents and visitors are benefiting from the completion of the Cohuna Waterfront Development, with the project officially opened on 26 February 2023.

Gannawarra Shire Council’s Mayor Charlie Gillingham and fellow Councillors officially opened the $3.4 million project during a morning of celebrations that coincided with the monthly Cohuna Farmers & Makers Market.

“It was fantastic to see the Cohuna community come together and celebrate this special occasion,” Mayor Gillingham said.

“These improvements, which have created new spaces for residents and visitors to gather and socialise, have already been embraced by the community, which was evident during the project’s official opening.”

Inspired by the development of the Waterfront Masterplan for Cohuna, Koondrook and Kangaroo Lake, the Cohuna Waterfront Development included:

• Improving connections between Garden Park and King George Street, highlighted by new paths, lighting and outdoor dining spaces;
• The installation of a jetty at Garden Park;
• The creation of the Cohuna All Abilities Play Space at Apex Park, which celebrates Cohuna’s rich links to Gunbower Creek and the agriculture sector in a manner which people of all abilities can enjoy; and
• Implementing traffic calming measures around the Apex Park and Cohuna Recreation Reserve precincts, including the installation of a roundabout at the intersection of Cohuna Island and Tennis roads, and additional parking at Apex Park.

“These improvements have added to the popularity of Garden and Apex parks, which has grown since the creation of Cohuna Beach and the redevelopment of the Cohuna Skate Park,” Council Chief Executive Officer, Geoff Rollinson said.

The Cohuna Waterfront Development was made possible thanks to a $1.7 million contribution from the Victorian Government, with support from the Federal Government’s Murray–Darling Basin Economic Development Program enabling the creation of a new seating area at the corner of King George and Sampson streets.

“Council thanks the State and Federal governments for their support for this project, which will benefit residents and visitors alike for many years to come,” Mr Rollinson said.

ABOVE: Cr Jane Ogden (left), Cr Keith Link, Mayor Charlie Gillingham, Cr Ross Stanton, Cr Garner Smith and Cr Travis Collier officially opened the $3.4 million Cohuna Waterfront Development on 26 February.