Newell’s Renewal
We investigate the controversial history of an urban wetland and meet those rejuvenating the area
Published 10 August 2017
In this episode, we head down to Newells Paddock in Melbourne’s inner-west to see the local community rejuvenate the former industrial site. We uncover the paddock’s murky past as a former night soil dump, typhoid hot spot and abattoir.
Speaking with residents, academics, teachers and students, we see how efforts to engage the community in urban renewal are are contributing to the site’s restoration (and attracting many native waterbirds along the way).
Producers: Claudia Hooper and Dr Andi Horvath Audio engineer: Chris Hatzis Editor: Chris Hatzis Banner image: Claudia Hooper/the University of Melbourne
Friends of Newell’s Paddock and Friends of Maribyrnong Valley planted native shrubs in the area in lieu of gifts to the over 1000 delegates who attended the Ecocity World Summit 2017.
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