Hunter Water is looking at ways to improve Ironbark Creek as part of the Wallsend CBD stormwater widening and naturalisation project. The project aims to help reduce flooding while also creating a healthier creek and a more attractive space for the community.

We'd like to hear what is most important to you in terms of creating a healthier, more attractive Ironbark Creek stormwater channel. These opportunities would be delivered alongside the project's main goal of reducing the frequency and severity of flooding in the Wallsend CBD.

Your feedback will help shape future planning and design. This survey should take around 5 minutes. Your responses are confidential.

*Thinking about introducing natural elements to the Ironbark Creek stormwater channel, what improvements would you most like to see? (Select all that apply)(Required.)

More trees, plants and greenery

More shade and cooler outdoor areas

Better habitat for birds and wildlife

More attractive public spaces

Cleaner and healthier waterways

Better protection for threatened plants and animals

More natural creek and water flow conditions

Better places to walk, relax and enjoy nature

Helping connect wildlife habitats across the wider area

A balance of environmental and community benefits

*Which of these is MOST important to you? (Select one)(Required.)

Better places to walk, relax and enjoy nature

More shade and cooler outdoor areas

Helping connect wildlife habitats across the wider area

More attractive public spaces

More trees, plants and greenery

Cleaner and healthier waterways

More natural creek and water flow conditions

Better habitat for birds and wildlife

Better protection for threatened plants and animals

A balance of environmental and community benefits

*Thinking about wildlife and nature and Ironbark Creek, which outcome matters most to you? (Select one)(Required.)

Helping wildlife move safely through the wider area

Creating habitat for native birds and wildlife

Planting more native trees and vegetation

Protecting threatened plants and animals

All of these are equally important

*When it comes to improving waterways more generally, where should the focus be? (Select one)(Required.)

Improving the natural flow of water through the creek

Reducing litter entering waterways

Improving water quality throughout the wider catchment

Visible improvements in Wallsend and nearby areas

Improving the health of the creek and aquatic habitat

A balance of all these outcomes