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explains . “ This isn ’ t just about removing level crossings in a transport project . It ’ s actually about leaving a legacy that improves everybody ’ s lives there .

A dedicated $ 15 million maintenance fund will be established to make sure the space is well-cared-for long after the project has wrapped up . But getting the community on board early on is just as important , says Brett .

“ If we want it to be nice and green – not graffitied or run down within five years , then we have to build something they ’ re

passionate about . Because if we build something the community doesn ’ t want or embrace , they ’ re less likely to use it .”

Summers says the Panel has spent the last 10 months brainstorming ideas , which they ’ re now testing with the

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