PORT Fairy now has an increase in the number of outdoor seating areas on offer to the public after the town saw three new parklets installed.

The parklets, funded through the State Government’s Outdoor Dining Grants program, have been installed at Railway Place and Fiddlers Green to provide additional seating options to tourists and residents, just in time for the busy Christmas and New Year period.

Parklets are designed to be temporary, with the ability to be relocated across the Shire.

Moyne Shire Council mayor, Karen Foster, said it was a fantastic activation.

“We’re very excited about the introduction of the parklets - they can temporarily transform urban spaces and extend the amount of time residents and tourists spend in an area, which is great for our local businesses,” she said.

“The new parklets are beautiful timber structures and will help to activate the streetscape and give people a spot to meet, sit and read a book or eat with friends.

“They will be moved multiple times throughout the year to activate community spaces within the Shire, and we will be engaging with the community to seek their feedback on these locations via QR codes displayed on the parklets.”

Mayor Foster said the parklets would be a welcome addition to the community, especially as the summer weather sets in.

“I encourage everyone to make the most of these spaces, especially over the warmer months, and to get out and support our wonderful hospitality businesses by grabbing some takeaway to enjoy at one of our new parklets,” she said.