Celebrating a New Chapter: The Completion of the Woodville Road Streetscape Upgrade
We are proud to celebrate and share a significant milestone with our community in marking the completion of the $8.4 million Woodville Road Streetscape Upgrade.
A vibrant streetscape transformation in the heart of our community, the project has created an enhanced, accessible, green urban space that respects the area’s heritage as one of our most important corridors of our City.
Initiated in September 2022, the project aims to significantly improve traffic flow and pedestrian safety, and beautify the area through green spaces while integrating public art, smart technology and engaging public areas and amenities.
Mayor Angela Evans expressed her enthusiasm for the project, stating, "This upgrade is more than just a facelift. It's a reflection of our shared vision for the Woodville precinct as a whole, a vision that dates back to 2009 when, as a humble elected member, I witnessed our council endorse a plan to create a village heart for locals and all residents of Charles Sturt.”
Through shared stories, history, and ideas, Woodville Road now tells a much larger story. The design of our street paving reflects the Karrawirraparri (River Torrens), accompanied by garden beds that showcase local indigenous species, and the significant Monana & The Spear artwork, which brings to life an inspiring dreaming story.
In collaboration with the First Nations Kaurna Southern Cultural Immersion organisation, local artists Nicholas Folland, Gregg Mitchell and Quentin Gore, we are proud to open this space for everyone to enjoy.
Budget Breakdown
| City of Charles Sturt | $8.2 million | This includes $850,000 for detailed design and initial work like moving SA Power Networks infrastructure underground and relocating SA Water's main water pipe. $7.35 million was allocated for constructing new paths, resurfacing roads, installing new lighting, improving landscaping and road safety, adding artwork, trees, plants, irrigation systems, street furniture, and a new Pedestrian Activated Crossing on Port Road. |
| Department for Infrastructure and Transport (DIT) | $200,000 | For upgrades to their systems. |
| Total Project Cost | $8.4 million | The total cost of the Woodville Road Streetscape Upgrade. |
Acknowledging local artists
Quentin Gore, Gregg Mitchell, and Nicholas Folland are the talented artists behind the terrazzo artwork, which beautifully showcases native plants. Their work brings the local flora to life, celebrating the natural beauty and botanical diversity of the area.
History behind Monana & The Spear
Dreaming Story – Monana & The Spear
Kaurna Artist – Corey Turner
This artwork is inspired by a unique story passed down by Captain Jack, a Kaurna elder. It tells of Monana, a creator ancestor, who threw spears into the sky. Each spear he threw stuck fast, one after another, until one finally stuck in the ground. Using these spears, Monana climbed to the sky world.
This tale, recorded in the Kaurna language by Captain Jack to Dr. William Wyatt in the 1830s, is a precious piece of Kaurna heritage. It symbolises the journey to the sky world, reflecting the Kaurna's deep understanding of life, death, and the natural and celestial cycles. They believed in a strong connection with their creator ancestors, who guided how all life should coexist and move between worlds.