What Makes a Great Street?” Children see the world differently—and they know what makes a great street! In this fun and colorful piece, we share quotes, ideas, and even drawings from Hobart’s kids about how streets could be improved. Kids are among the most vulnerable users of streets,
Small Changes, Big Impact: How Simple Street Design Can Transform Communities Sometimes, the smallest changes can have the biggest impact. Around the world, cities are proving that simple, low-cost adjustments to street design can transform neighbourhoods into safer, more welcoming places for people. Let’s explore a few examples: 1.
Safe Streets, Thriving Communities Street design isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about creating spaces where people and communities thrive. Thoughtfully designed streets prioritize safety, sustainability, and well-being—benefitting everyone from pedestrians to local businesses. Why Design Matters in Hobart: 1. Safety: improvements such as lower speed zones and
Imagine starting your day on a bright Hobart morning, stepping out of your door and into streets designed with people in mind. For this feature, we follow a few locals as they share their day navigating the streets of Hobart. Through their eyes, we see both the joys and the
In a city where rivers flow and green spaces thrive, our fun-loving mascot Perci the Platypus has emerged as the face of Streets People Love Hobart. But who is Perci, and why did we choose a platypus to represent our vision? The platypus is an icon of Tasmania’s waterways,
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We’re thrilled to announce that Streets People Love Hobart stickers are now available! These vibrant, fun stickers are the perfect way to show your support for creating safer, more sustainable streets in Hobart. You can find our stickers at these fantastic local spots: * Next Door Coffee - 149A Collins
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On a crisp winter morning by the Hobart Rivulet, a simple idea turned into something extraordinary. Bikes of every kind gathered, laughter and bells filled the air, and for a moment, we felt the streets come alive—safe, welcoming, and shared by all.