PRESS RELEASE BY THE MINISTRY FOR ENERGY, THE ENVIRONMENT AND THE REGENERATION OF THE GRAND HARBOUR Around €1.4 million invested in the second phase of the Wied Inċita project in Ħ’Attard

A further 7,000 square metres are being regenerated as part of a wider plan for a public park spanning more than 90,000 square metres

Minister for the Environment Miriam Dalli visited the ongoing works on the second phase of the Wied Inċita project, representing an investment of around €1.4 million to continue transforming the area into one of Malta’s largest public environmental spaces.

This phase is being implemented by Ambjent Malta and will lead to the rehabilitation and upgrading of a further 7,000 square metres of land, transforming a neglected area into an accessible space for families.

The project builds on the first phase, which created a new 20,000-square-metre open recreational space.

“Through this investment, we are continuing to transform Wied Inċita into an extensive and accessible environmental space, while safeguarding its rural and ecological character. We will continue creating more places where families can spend time together, children can enjoy the natural environment, and communities can benefit from more open spaces close to home,” Minister Dalli said.

The works include the restoration and rebuilding of traditional rubble walls, landscaping, pruning of existing vegetation, new irrigation systems, improved walking routes, outdoor furniture, recreational facilities, and enhanced safety and accessibility measures.

Hundreds of indigenous trees and shrubs suited to Malta’s climate will also be planted, including oak, pine, carob, myrtle and chaste trees. These will be complemented by Mediterranean shrubs and aromatic plants.

Particular emphasis is being placed on strengthening biodiversity by creating habitats that provide food, shelter and breeding areas for insects, pollinators, birds and reptiles.

This phase forms part of a wider masterplan that will eventually transform more than 90,000 square metres into a public park offering recreational, educational and ecological facilities.