Future's Bright for Werribee West
- Westleigh Gardens Community
- Jul 19, 2017
- 2 min read
Wyndham is growing at a rapid rate, Greenfield sites are being transformed into large scale residential estates to keep up with the growing demand of housing and housing affordability in Melbourne. Werribee West is now being developed with residential estates such as King's Leigh, Alwood, and Redlands now over 80% sold.
Over 10,000 homes will be established in Harpley, Riverwalk, and Alfred Road Precinct's over next decade with 20,000 residents expected to move into the area.
Here's a breakdown of new plans, infrastructure and facilities that will be established in the near future within close proximity to the Westleigh Gardens Estate:
Urban Design Framework:
A 'Urban Design Framework' has been made by the Planisphere on behalf of the Wyndham City Council to improve and enhance key areas of Wyndham for current and future generations. Images below show recommendations made by Planisphere to improve and enhance Geelong Road, Werribee. The Plans recommend the duplication of Geelong Road, retaining current Eucalyptus Trees, enhancing and introducing vegetation to the area and improving community safety such as adding pedestrian crossings and widening footpaths.
Future Town Centres:
Riverwalk Town Centre, (Outdoor Dining, Cafe's, Take-away food, Convenience Stores, Supermarkets), 150m
Alfred Road Convenience Centre, 500m
Harpley Waterfront Town Centre, (Outdoor & Waterfront Dining, Cafe's, Take-away food, Convenience Stores, Department Stores, Supermarkets), 1.4km
Artist Impression of the Harpley Waterfront Town Centre which will include Waterfront dining. Source - LendLease
Future Schools and Childcare:
Redlands Estate Childcare Centre, 200m
Riverwalk Primary School, 100m
Riverwalk Secondary School, 700m
Harpley Kindergarten, 1.6km
Harpley Government Primary School, 1.8km
Harpley Private Primary School, 3.0km
Future Sporting Facilities and Open Space:
Riverwalk Village Park, 400m
Riverwalk Sports and Football Precinct, 500m
Alwood Estate Lake and Park, 600m
Alfred Road Creek and Walking Trail, 750m
Alfred Road Wetlands and Bicycle Trail, 800m
Riverwalk Creek and Walking Trail, 800m
Artist Impression of the 'Fairy Tale' Park in King's Leigh with the Alfred Road Creek and Trail in the background. Source - Dacland
Future Roads and Transport Networks:
Westleigh Gardens and Riverwalk Signalised Intersection - near completion.
Alfred Road and Geelong Road Signalised Intersection - 2018
Construction of Ison Road linking to the Bulban Road / Armstrong Road Overpass - currently being funded, TBA
Extension and Construction of Armstrong Road Linking Wyndham Vale to Werribee and the Princes Freeway - 2018
Construction of the Outer Metropolitan Ring Road Freeway linking Western Suburbs and North Western Suburbs - TBA
Duplication of Geelong Road - TBA
Construction of Geelong Road Cycle and Pedestrian Path - TBA
Werribee Street Crossing Removal - 2019/2021
Diagram of the Ison & Armstrong Road Projects which will link Wyndham Vale with the Princes Freeway. Source - Wyndham City Council
Images of the Alfred Road Creek, Convenience Centre and Alwood Estate Masterplan
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