Walking along a funky little laneway, you can see murals on the walls, shades and seating, and a bike rack for those who choose to cycle.
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At the bakery, there is an open window with a barista serving coffee.
This is not Melbourne or Albury, but the new-look Chiltern of the future after the little town undergoes its first revamp in decades.
Indigo councillors at Tuesday night’s meeting endorsed the design, which had been favoured by the Chiltern community during the consultation process.
The first stage of the revamp is focused on Martins Lane – linking the IGA car park to Conness Street in the south, and Chiltern Bakery and Telegraph Hotel on the north side.
Community members had a big say in the design, winning a series of additions including a water station, bike rack and seating with arms and backs required for elderly people.
Cr Barb Murdoch, who used to run a supermarket next to Martins Lane, said it was about time the lane became a community space.
She said both parents and children took part in the voting system, which involved placing coloured magnets under the design concept they preferred.
“I’m looking forward to seeing how it turns out and I’m quite sure that our community is as well,” Cr Murdoch said.
Cr Sophie Price praised the additional features for the elderly and cyclists.
“It’s a really good opportunity for Chiltern in that it’s the nearest that the town can get to a town square and I’m really pleased with the designs,” she said.
The project will now proceed to finalising a detailed design then construction.