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Yarra River Biodiversity Link

South Yarra, Australia / Victoria, Australia

The nexus of several attractions coupled with the variety of public recreation, bike trails and sporting activities adjacent to the River’s environs present this section of the Yarra as a unique and special place in the hearts and minds of locals and visitors alike. Our initial response was to build on the existing activities and infrastructure to establish “Como Landing” as an upstream destination from Melbourne complementing the emerging waterfront quays and landings further down stream.

We worked closely with the City of Stonnington to integrate the planting design and adjacent water habitat with existing and new infrastructure such as board walks, landings, seating, signage and viewing platforms. The resulting outcome is a significantly enhanced public realm which promotes genuine biodiversity and achieves a legacy of learning and interpretation for the many patrons who visit.

Site Area

.3 ha

Services

  • Cycleways
  • Art Installation
  • Landscape Master Plan
  • Waterway Design and Management
  • Water Sensitive Urban Design [WSUD]
Black and white portrait of Nick Griffin, a man with short, wavy hair and a beard, wearing a textured sweater over a collared shirt. He is facing slightly to the right with a gentle smile against a neutral, plain background.
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An aerial illustration of a curving riverside park design along the Yarra River. The landscape promotes biodiversity with pathways, green spaces, and tree plantings. Buildings and roads lie adjacent to the park, while the river encircles it on the left and bottom sides, creating a natural link to urban life.
A grassy amphitheater with several ascending rows of seating leads to a wooden structure in the background. Trees surround the area, creating a natural and serene environment that enhances local biodiversity. People are visible near the wooden structure, suggesting a gathering or event.
A sunny street with cyclists and pedestrians. Two people sit outside a building with a "Kanteen" sign, near bicycles. A cyclist rides on a marked bike lane beside a pedestrian path linked to the Yarra River. Trees line the road, and a "SLOW DOWN" sign is next to the bike lane.
A lively outdoor café by the Yarra River is surrounded by a group of cyclists and numerous parked bicycles. People are conversing and enjoying drinks under the shade of a large tree. The café has a rustic wooden exterior and is set in a green, natural environment rich with biodiversity.
People are enjoying an outdoor park scene along the Yarra River. One person appears to be taking photos, while others are walking and exercising along a paved path surrounded by lush trees and greenery, highlighting the area's rich biodiversity with another car parked and the blue sky visible in the background.
A bustling outdoor café with people seated at various tables enjoying drinks and conversation, all set near the Yarra River. Surrounded by lush greenery, a modern building with a wood-slatted facade is visible on the left. It's a sunny day with a clear blue sky, enhancing the area's rich biodiversity.

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