Parks, open spaces, playgrounds and creek areas in Merri-bek that are currently being designed or under construction.
Council has purchased No. 2 Spry Street North Coburg, with the intention of creating a 50m open space ‘buffer’ along the Merri Creek.
A Park Close to Home is our plan to fill open space gaps across Merri-bek. Learn more and stay up to date on the new parks coming to a location near you.
Following upgrade of Balfe Park playspace and open space areas, Council are now installing the circular gravel track around the sportsfield.
Imagine the Moonee Ponds Creek, not as a barren concrete drain, but as a natural waterway running through lush green parkland much like the iconic Merri Creek trail.
Construction of a new stormwater treatment wetland along the Westbreen Creek corridor at Gavin Park, Pascoe Vale. The wetland will treat stormwater run-off from surrounding housing and provide habitat for a range of native animals.
Funding has been allocated to continue implementation of the Gowanbrae Open Space Development and Management Plan which was endorsed by Council in May 2014.
Following upgrade of Martin Reserve playspace and open space areas, Council will be installing rock edging and planting.
Following construction of Belair Avenue Park, Council will be installing further street art on the back of the public
Council has received a grant from the Victorian Government Community Sports Infrastructure Stimulus Program to provide circuit paths, drinking fountains, BBQ facilities and outdoor fitness equipment at 8 sites across Merri-bek.
Council is upgrading the playspace at Douglas Reserve.
