We are planning to upgrade Cooyong Street to make it safer and easier for residents, workers and visitors to move around, come together and relax.
The project focuses on how to create a modern city street that balances the needs of all community members, including pedestrians, cyclists and public transport users.
In enhancing the street as a key north-south connection in the City Centre, the upgrade seeks to encourage people to visit and stay longer – increasing social connection and supporting local businesses.
The project will build on the Braddon streetscape upgrade and will invite more people to explore Braddon's shops, cafes and restaurants.
The Cooyong Street upgrade is part of our Better City Streets initiative, which outlines the range of social, health and economic benefits of pedestrian-friendly streets.
This include features that make public spaces easier to move around and more enjoyable to spend time in. This creates opportunities for local shops and, in turn, a more attractive and exciting City Centre for all.
Read more about Better City Streets.
Thank you to those who provided feedback on proposed improvements to Cooyong Street during the consultation period from November 2024 - February 2025. Consultation for Better City Streets is now closed.
The City Renewal Authority will consider submissions received during the consultation period and make any revisions to the draft designs that are considered appropriate. A listening report will be prepared and published to the YourSay Conversations website.
Artist's impression of Cooyong Street, looking towards Lonsdale Street.
We acknowledge the Ngunnawal people as traditional custodians of the ACT and recognise any other people or families with connection to the lands of the ACT and region. We acknowledge and respect their continuing culture and the contribution they make to the life of this city and this region.