{"id":51638,"date":"2025-09-24T15:22:51","date_gmt":"2025-09-24T14:22:51","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/livenewsmalta.com\/?p=51638"},"modified":"2025-09-24T15:22:51","modified_gmt":"2025-09-24T14:22:51","slug":"inauguration-of-the-pieta-marina-garden-a-regenerated-open-space-in-the-heart-of-pieta","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/livenewsmalta.com\/index.php\/2025\/09\/24\/inauguration-of-the-pieta-marina-garden-a-regenerated-open-space-in-the-heart-of-pieta\/","title":{"rendered":"Inauguration of the Piet\u00e0 Marina Garden: a regenerated open space in the heart of Piet\u00e0"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Piet\u00e0 Marina Garden, covering more than 4,400 square metres of open space in the centre of Piet\u00e0, has been regenerated and inaugurated by the Minister for the Environment, Energy and Public Cleanliness, Miriam Dalli, and the Parliamentary Secretary for Public Works, Omar Farrugia.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/livenewsmalta.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/pr251641a.jpeg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-51639 alignleft\" src=\"http:\/\/livenewsmalta.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/pr251641a-300x208.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"252\" height=\"175\" srcset=\"http:\/\/livenewsmalta.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/pr251641a-300x208.jpeg 300w, http:\/\/livenewsmalta.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/pr251641a-150x104.jpeg 150w, http:\/\/livenewsmalta.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/pr251641a-218x150.jpeg 218w, http:\/\/livenewsmalta.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/pr251641a-100x70.jpeg 100w, http:\/\/livenewsmalta.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/pr251641a.jpeg 432w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 252px) 100vw, 252px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>The project was carried out by the Grand Harbour Regeneration Corporation (GHRC) in collaboration with Ambjent Malta and the Department of Public Works.<\/p>\n<p>Once abandoned, the Marina Garden has now been transformed into a modern, safe, and accessible space for families, children, the elderly, and those who wish to use it for recreation or physical activity, following extensive regeneration works.<\/p>\n<p>Minister Miriam Dalli stressed the essential role of open spaces within communities. \u201cWith this project, we are giving back a beautiful and safe space that not only respects its historical characteristics but at the same time offers new opportunities for recreation purposes for everyone. It is a space where families can spend time together, where children can play, and where everyone can relax in a clean and pleasant environment,\u201d Minister Dalli said. \u201cMoreover, the garden offers safe walking paths and facilities for physical activity, encourages a healthier lifestyle, and strengthens the ecological character and biodiversity of the locality.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Parliamentary Secretary Omar Farrugia remarked that this is another project from several other projects that the Department of Public Works assisted the Ministry for the Environment, Energy and Public Cleanliness so that these spaces can be enjoyed by the Maltese families in a holistic way. The Department of Public Works carried out work on the garden\u2019s fountain.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe environment is truly close to our hearts, and this synergy between different government entities reflects this commitment and strengthens our vision to keep creating beautiful and safe environments for all,\u201d said Parliamentary Secretary Farrugia.\u00a0 He also highlighted that, as previously announced, the Department of Public Works will continue working on more pedestrian zones in town centres and on various open space projects where Maltese families can spend quality time with their children.<\/p>\n<p>The project included the development of a 210-metre greenway designed to provide an obstacle-free route for cyclists and joggers, while ensuring safe recreational use by the public. Around 980 square metres of pedestrian pathways were upgraded for improved safety. All benches were restored, new swings were installed, and a new outdoor exercise structure was introduced.<\/p>\n<p>Improvements were also made to the recreational facilities, fountain and lighting system of the garden, so that visitors can enjoy this space at any time of the day. The project also ensured the restoration and maintenance of existing monuments, preserving the historical and cultural value of the garden.<\/p>\n<p>As part of this project, Ambjent Malta planted new trees, shrubs, and seasonal plants, supported by a new irrigation system to ensure sustainable and efficient watering throughout the year.<\/p>\n<p>Present at the inauguration were representatives of the Piet\u00e0 Local Council, including Mayor Stefano Savo; the GHRC team, including CEO Gino Cauchi; the Ambjent Malta team, including Director General Herman Galea; and the Director General of the Department of Public Works, Stephen Bonello.<\/p>\n<p>This project complements previous investment along the Msida seafront and the Piet\u00e0 promenade, contributing to a continuous, modern, and safe promenade around the Grand Harbour area.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>Photos (DOI\/MEEC\/MTIP_PS)<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"pvc_clear\"><\/div>\n<p id=\"pvc_stats_51638\" class=\"pvc_stats all  \" data-element-id=\"51638\" style=\"\"><i class=\"pvc-stats-icon medium\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" version=\"1.0\" viewBox=\"0 0 502 315\" preserveAspectRatio=\"xMidYMid meet\"><g transform=\"translate(0,332) scale(0.1,-0.1)\" fill=\"\" stroke=\"none\"><path d=\"M2394 3279 l-29 -30 -3 -207 c-2 -182 0 -211 15 -242 39 -76 157 -76 196 0 15 31 17 60 15 243 l-3 209 -33 29 c-26 23 -41 29 -80 29 -41 0 -53 -5 -78 -31z\"\/><path d=\"M3085 3251 c-45 -19 -58 -50 -96 -229 -47 -217 -49 -260 -13 -295 52 -53 146 -42 177 20 16 31 87 366 87 410 0 70 -86 122 -155 94z\"\/><path d=\"M1751 3234 c-13 -9 -29 -31 -37 -50 -12 -29 -10 -49 21 -204 19 -94 39 -189 45 -210 14 -50 54 -80 110 -80 34 0 48 6 76 34 21 21 34 44 34 59 0 14 -18 113 -40 219 -37 178 -43 195 -70 221 -36 32 -101 37 -139 11z\"\/><path d=\"M1163 3073 c-36 -7 -73 -59 -73 -102 0 -56 133 -378 171 -413 34 -32 83 -37 129 -13 70 36 67 87 -16 290 -86 209 -89 214 -129 231 -35 14 -42 15 -82 7z\"\/><path d=\"M3689 3066 c-15 -9 -33 -30 -42 -48 -48 -103 -147 -355 -147 -375 0 -98 131 -148 192 -74 13 15 57 108 97 206 80 196 84 226 37 273 -30 30 -99 39 -137 18z\"\/><path d=\"M583 2784 c-38 -19 -67 -74 -58 -113 9 -42 211 -354 242 -373 16 -10 45 -18 66 -18 51 0 107 52 107 100 0 39 -1 41 -124 234 -80 126 -108 162 -133 173 -41 17 -61 16 -100 -3z\"\/><path d=\"M4250 2784 c-14 -9 -74 -91 -133 -183 -95 -150 -107 -173 -107 -213 0 -55 33 -94 87 -104 67 -13 90 8 211 198 130 202 137 225 78 284 -27 27 -42 34 -72 34 -22 0 -50 -8 -64 -16z\"\/><path d=\"M2275 2693 c-553 -48 -1095 -270 -1585 -649 -135 -104 -459 -423 -483 -476 -23 -49 -22 -139 2 -186 73 -142 361 -457 571 -626 285 -228 642 -407 990 -497 242 -63 336 -73 660 -74 310 0 370 5 595 52 535 111 1045 392 1455 803 122 121 250 273 275 326 19 41 19 137 0 174 -41 79 -309 363 -465 492 -447 370 -946 591 -1479 653 -113 14 -422 18 -536 8z m395 -428 c171 -34 330 -124 456 -258 112 -119 167 -219 211 -378 27 -96 24 -300 -5 -401 -72 -255 -236 -447 -474 -557 -132 -62 -201 -76 -368 -76 -167 0 -236 14 -368 76 -213 98 -373 271 -451 485 -162 444 86 934 547 1084 153 49 292 57 452 25z m909 -232 c222 -123 408 -262 593 -441 76 -74 138 -139 138 -144 0 -16 -233 -242 -330 -319 -155 -123 -309 -223 -461 -299 l-81 -41 32 46 c18 26 49 83 70 128 143 306 141 649 -6 957 -25 52 -61 116 -79 142 l-34 47 45 -20 c26 -10 76 -36 113 -56z m-2057 25 c-40 -58 -105 -190 -130 -263 -110 -324 -59 -707 132 -981 25 -35 42 -64 37 -64 -19 0 -241 119 -326 174 -188 122 -406 314 -532 468 l-58 71 108 103 c185 178 428 349 672 473 66 33 121 60 123 61 2 0 -10 -19 -26 -42z\"\/><path d=\"M2375 1950 c-198 -44 -350 -190 -395 -379 -18 -76 -8 -221 19 -290 114 -284 457 -406 731 -260 98 52 188 154 231 260 27 69 37 214 19 290 -38 163 -166 304 -326 360 -67 23 -215 33 -279 19z\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/i> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" alt=\"Loading\" src=\"http:\/\/livenewsmalta.com\/wp-content\/plugins\/page-views-count\/ajax-loader-2x.gif\" border=0 \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"pvc_clear\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Piet\u00e0 Marina Garden, covering more than 4,400 square metres of open space in the centre of Piet\u00e0, has been regenerated and inaugurated by the Minister for the Environment, Energy and Public Cleanliness, Miriam Dalli, and the Parliamentary Secretary for Public Works, Omar Farrugia. 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