1. Build local capability and capacity Increased awareness and understanding of road safety issues within the community. Empowered community members through active participation in the design and implementation of the project. Strengthened relationships between local residents, artists, and stakeholders, fostering a sense of ownership and responsibility for public spaces. Developed community skills in public art, design thinking, and collaborative decision-making. Encouraged future local-led initiatives by demonstrating a successful model of community engagement.
2. Change attitudes and behaviours Increased community awareness of road safety risks, leading to more cautious pedestrian and driver behaviors. Shift in public perception regarding the role of street art in promoting safety and enhancing shared spaces. Strengthened sense of community ownership over public spaces, encouraging residents to respect and maintain safety initiatives. Encouraged ongoing discussions about road safety beyond the project, fostering long-term behavioral change. Demonstrated the effectiveness of creative interventions in influencing positive road safety behaviors.
3. Enhance street environment Improved the walkability of streets by creating vibrant and welcoming footpath/curb artwork that draws attention to key pedestrian zones. Increased community pride and ownership of public spaces, leading to better maintenance and care of the street environment. Created a lasting visual reminder of road safety, reinforcing positive behaviors in both pedestrians and drivers.
4. Trial a collaborative model: Established a structured approach to community-led placemaking, demonstrating how collaboration can lead to impactful and sustainable urban enhancements. Encouraged co-design processes where diverse community voices contributed to the planning and execution of the project. Provided a tested framework for future collaborative projects focused on street safety and public space activation.
Changes in attitudes/behaviour reflection Pedestrians and drivers provided positive feedback on the footpath and curb artwork, noting that it made the area feel more welcoming. There was a noticeable increase in road safety awareness, with pedestrians becoming more cautious and drivers slowing down near the artwork. The City of Fremantle became more involved in supporting community-led safety initiatives and showed interest in replicating similar projects. The city also helped promote the campaign, which led to broader public engagement.
