Apuv Aylionnsplos ................ uossH!oLi puesis! ................................................................ .................... Jelsew ueid 1Jodal 4.1 eoce aunt Arlitgerh- sicpn Vim,, Stale/live/mt. Perth is ready... The time has come to bring 'art in the environment' to a new level of sophistication. Heirisson Island is to become a major attraction, freely available to residents and visitors to Pertha place of delicate environmental detail, of indigenous interpretation and celebration, and of exemplary outdoor sculpture. heirisson islandc.ti,eptivi,&r,a/i4e TRthMa4teiiloirivi,e,cfreAto,col,aea,foi, de, cleAaarmeint of /4eii44.44,04Ucva. It.1.4, c6t,c14,ti471. eAA-oLgcwzctocialwalcoubeitwii cialw/i,civu iti../fw,.Im.p,a4eti,&1v, de,ciost4 0if de, PogeaR AgmArviireovra44,oc,t,atectlimbe de,a4,ea/limil 8e ,1 " iciikectIA/de,144vet cmct"/"DeAvt4 de,/cie 6 4 r ,0 . * o o o / -xi o o ..-- --- // 0 a // 1.0 Introduction 4 2.0 Aims and Outcomes 5 3.0 Project Background 6 'LA 4.0 Physical Context 7 5.0 The Forming of an 'Island' 8 6.0 Aboriginal Cultural Context 9 7.0 The City's Cultural Context 10 8.0 The Masterplan Creating the Vision -Features of the Masterplan 9.0 Visitor / Interpretive Centre 24 10.0 Moving Forward 27 ° * Staging Program Progressing the Project 11.0 Funding and Management Partnerships 34 / /// // / a / Heirisson Island Sculpture Park Landscape Masterplan Report 1.0 libtoodittcti,odn. Heirisson Island offers a unique environment with a strategic river location.It has an abundance of inherent qualities, yet its incresliOle potential remains unrealised. This 25-hectare island, consisting of open grassed spaces, groves nativutrees, TeTcl beds, beacnes-and-i.piets, is used primarily by joggers and recreational fishermen. But, for the most partople pass through this tranquil city oasis by vehicle, having little regard or awareness of its treasures. But Heirisson Island is now set to be transformed. With its superb city and river views and enviable locatioo_adjacent to the CBD, the island is envisagsrl to become a revitalized, connected parkland, corporating sculptural artistic works of the highest standard. heirisson islandc.ti,gptivi,&r,a/i4e i/nvoe anixt autzoinz& To create an outstanding sculpture park that is sensitive to its riverine setting. Ave To provide a unique venue for the display of high quality .liorr T r 4-M,:e-fcr"sr exhibits of international standing. To create a spectacular 'Gateway' to the city of Perth. To rejuvenate an under-utilized part of the city with a sustainable, long term plan. To interpret and celebrate the historical and on-going Aboriginal connections to the area. To create a leading tourist destination. To connect different areas of activity around the city and the river. To restore and protect the ecology of the area. To raise the profile of Perth in the national and international arts community. / /// Heirisson Island Sculpture Park Landscape Masterplan Report PlectcteigramycL Recognising Heirisson Island as an untapped asset, thr<dea of eff c Small boats mooring in the bay and their passengers wading ashore will reduce the siKoarnegeanr This Masterplan illustrates how the Guiding Principles al the Heirisson U effectiveness of wetland revegetation projects. 1°,1'; seep I faeLeg Island Management Plan can be implemented. A more environmentally sustainable mooring could be created with establishing a world-class sculpture park was proposed by the 8 Overflow or event car park The Management Plan makes specific recommendations in relation to: A small jetty Cultural significance, Shelters with interpretation and river information S,difseefsorinnehwepuutbulircefadlities if a need Picnic tables and a path to the publictoilets. Heirisson Island Sculpture Park Committee, an independent group Fr Activity on the land and water, 9 Access and If there is a need to accommodate larger boats such as the ferries or river cruise tht boats, a jetty could be installed close to the deep water channel on the northwest n Events / performance space for Environment bank of the island community activities of local artists and professionals. The City of Perth Council has Heirisson Island is a unique riverside reserve which is close to the city and 11 Open play space for family activities. set with lakes and shady parkland.11 has the potential to be a valuable Increased use of some locations on the island has caused erosion asset for the Perth community and is currently an undervalued cultural and Proposed pedestrian bridge from to the banks, reducing the attractiveness of some areas. supported in principle' the proposal and further exploration of its recreational site. Increased use can be supported in a way which protects 5 These areas could be made more durable and attractive through 2 the island environment through: Building of a 'waved' retaining wall at the river's edge, bi Well designed, unobtrusive picnic shelters and -facilities, Shade tree planting and paving of high use areas, The separation 01 wetland habitat areas from high use Picnic shelters and information on good angling practices and recreation areas, interpretation of the river environment, Increased tree planting and landscaping to highlight features Night time lighting and increased rubbish collection, and views, Encouraging anglers to carry rubbish out and fish responsibly Improved access, Initiatives which make the most o1 the island's location The City of Perth commissioned a Management Plan in 2001. and character. Although this plan made reference to the potential for artworks on The Management Plan also recommends that the island be divided into five broad zones to enable the Island, it did not fully explore the incorporation of the sculpture different character and use areas to be managed appropriately. In summary these can be described as: A landmark hill and grassed woodland with long views managed as a moderate impact recreation area. NORTH B wetland habitat managed as a low impact recreation and wetland habitat area. 2040 60 SO 100 park. Essentially, the plan was to guide the upgrading of the C high intensity recreation use and road/service corridor managed as a high impact recreation area. D wetland habitat managed as a low impact recreation and wetland habitat area. facilities and the development of further low impact recreation E knoll and surrounding woodland with long views managed as a moderate impact recreation area. Views into Heirisson Island from the Causeway are screened, opportunities. i-elso highlighted areas prone to damage and 4reducing the effect of the island as a gateway to Perth City A higher profile for the site as one of only two islands on the Swan River and an entry point to Perth could be achieved Jeitlined measures for the protection and enhancement of Views from the island to Swan River landmarks could be opened out and through framed. Opening up tree lined views into the island, This could be achieved by Providing glimpses of the river for motorists and cyclists on Planting to frame long views to Mt Elise, South Perth, McCallum park, the Causeway, environmentally fragile areas and habitats. The 2001 Management Burswood Park East Perth and Point Fraser, Landscaping the verges to provide colorful entries to the Providing vantage points at the river's edge and on hill tops for visitors, island and city beyond, Placing seats and picnic shelters with scenic views in mind Lighting selected features of the island at night, such as up- Plan serves as a foundation for the development of this new lighting tree trunks. Masterplan Plan. Urbis was engaged to prepare this Masterplan and report in The natural form of the island has been altered over the years, reducing 2007/08. Throughout the process Urbis has pro actively sought the amount of wetland habitat available. Wetlands can be rehabilitated through Revegetation of low lying areas with riverine plant species, information to enable the design to be thoroughly developed, and Re-introduction of wildlife, such as the black swans, Removal of weeds and rabbits, Increased lake areas, Legend Jetties /Interpretation pants Zone B Revegetation of the river banks and reduction of stone 'rip rap' areas to address current and future management and maintenance lip Floats, freshwater bird feeders Existing public tolled refurbished fp Interpretation shelters The Aboriginal and European cultural his ory of Heirisson Island is Wetland vegetation and habitat issues. This has involved liaising with the Heirisson Island Sculpture currently not readily available to the community Picnic /Interpretation shelters 2 Greater understanding of Heirisson Island's cultural significance and P.MMIlawenne vegetation and interpretation of the island could be achieved through Boardwalks ir47parkland Park Committee, and City of Perth representatives. Urbis has Signed walking trails, Shelters with interpretive information, Stabilised freestone paths Existing stone boulder banks Guided walks and brochures, Installations andartworks. also sought information from the designers for Point Fraser and EiKangaroo enclosure fence Sedges and rushes Information on the island's plants, animals and river environment can also be woven into interpretation trails to add to visitor enjoyment. East Perth Redevelopment Authority's "Riverside" project, to create a masterplan that integrates with these proposed adjacent Heirisson Island 2001 Masterplan developments. heirisson islandc.ti,gptivi,&r,a/i4e 4.0 ovnte/x1 Heirisson Island is strategically located at the city's eastern edge at a narrow neck in the river between East Perth and Victoria Park. The island is centrally located to several 'development centres', such as Burswood Peninsular, Claisebrook Cove, the proposed Belmont Park redevelopment and the East Perth Riverside project. All of these projects house, or are anticipated to house, significant numbers of new residents, all within walking or cycling distance of Heirisson Island. Many of these residents will traverse the island daily when commuting to and from work in the city. The island is also surrounding by high quality public open space, with Burswood and McCallum Park to the East and Point Fraser and Langley Park to the west.