Safer Cities: Her Way Lismore CBD Safety Project

Lismore City Council is committed to enhancing our CBD as a safe and welcoming environment for all. We are thrilled to announce our participation in the Safer Cities: Her Way Program, a collaborative initiative between Transport for NSW and 10 pilot councils across NSW, including Lismore. This program aims to implement demonstration projects focused on improving safety for women, girls and gender-diverse individuals in public spaces and transport hubs.

The Lismore CBD project will involve co-design workshops with local women, girls and gender-diverse individuals to capture the essence of our community's identity. Through various engagement methods, we will select one precinct to enhance, with the following objectives:

• Enhancing the sense of safety for women and girls, particularly in light of the pandemic's impacts on public spaces;
• Improving the accessibility, walkability, and safety of pedestrian and cyclist connections both day and night;
• Creating a welcoming space for community gatherings and connections;
• Strengthening the identity, character, and value of the chosen precinct while promoting inclusivity and diversity; and
• Fostering local community stewardship and pride in our shared spaces.

The project's effectiveness will be evaluated to advocate for long-term changes across business centres within the Lismore Local Government Area.

Find out more

• Concept Design: Open (Unamed) Laneway - Woodlark Street to Browns Creek Carpark(PDF, 570KB)
• Concept Design: Harold Fredericks Carpark(PDF, 696KB)
• Safer Cities: Her Way website