What we heard

Thank you for your feedback

Council has updated the lights on Lempriere Avenue.

Thank you to everyone who took the time to provide feedback.

We received 29 submissions and a petition signed by 22 people. Most participants were not satisfied with either of the two proposed street light options and preferred to have the lights repaired on the existing ornamental lamp poles.

Following this feedback, Council repaired the existing ornamental poles, upgraded the underground electrical supply and installed new light fixtures that look similar to the original lights.

The new lights became fully operational in September 2025.

To learn more about what we heard, read our engagement report.

How we engaged

We know that good lighting along local streets helps access for residents and supports street character and amenity. That’s why we are looking to provide four new light poles on Lempriere Avenue.

What is changing?

We are proposing four new street light poles on the western side of the street which will provide consistent and clear lighting that meets industry standards. We want to hear your preference for the style of the poles.

The first option (option one) is a standard silver arch shaped pole — like what you see on most streets, and the second option (option two) is a black, cross shaped pole — a darker pole that is less obvious and has more of a heritage feel.

The silver poles would be complimentary from United Energy, the energy provider and the black poles would incur a cost of approximately $10,000 to Council.

The existing white light poles along the street will be retained for their aesthetic charm. They will no longer serve as primary sources of light for the street as they are unable to be repaired.

What are the options?

There are two different styles of street pole to choose from. We have labeled the styles as option one and option two. Please click on the arrow buttons below to see examples of the street poles.

Have Your Say

We’d like to hear your feedback about the style of poles that we put on the street. The opportunity for feedback is open until Wednesday 31 July 2024.

Feedback can be provided:

  • online through the survey below;
  • via email at engagement@gleneira.vic.gov.au; or
  • via post to our Engagement and Insights team, Glen Eira City Council, PO Box 42 Caulfield South, 3162.