Carawatha Reserve Expansion and Upgrade

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We’re expanding Carawatha Reserve to create more open space for local residents and visitors to Doncaster Hill.

The proposed upgrade will include:

  • an extended path network with improved access for bikes and scooters
  • additional lawn areas
  • new trees
  • customised play units to suit multiple ages
  • five station fitness hub
  • improved picnic facilities with more seating and picnic tables, and a larger shelter and BBQ area.

About this expansion

Carawatha Reserve is located on Carawatha Road in Doncaster. It features a range of play opportunities for young children and BBQ/ picnic facilities for local residents.

This project is part of our

We’re expanding Carawatha Reserve to create more open space for local residents and visitors to Doncaster Hill.

The proposed upgrade will include:

  • an extended path network with improved access for bikes and scooters
  • additional lawn areas
  • new trees
  • customised play units to suit multiple ages
  • five station fitness hub
  • improved picnic facilities with more seating and picnic tables, and a larger shelter and BBQ area.

About this expansion

Carawatha Reserve is located on Carawatha Road in Doncaster. It features a range of play opportunities for young children and BBQ/ picnic facilities for local residents.

This project is part of our long-term planning for Doncaster Hill and was first introduced in the 2002 Doncaster Hill Strategy. It is also identified in our Open Space Strategy. We've acquired and will demolish two adjoining properties to create space for the expansion.

We plan to begin construction in May 2025 and aim to open the new park in August 2025. During construction the community is encouraged to use alternative playspaces at Acheron Reserve and Katrina Gully Reserve.


For more information or questions about this project, contact our City Planning team on 9840 9333 or at manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au

  • Demolition at Carawatha Reserve now complete

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    The demolition at Carawatha Reserve is now complete. The site will remain fenced off from the park until construction is finished.

    The final design will be released in February 2025, with construction of the park expansion and improvement to take place from May to July 2025, subject contractor availability.

    For more information or questions about this project, contact us on 9840 9333 or at manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au.

  • Consultation for Carawatha Reserve expansion has now concluded

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    Our community consultation for the Carawatha Reserve expansion has now concluded. Thank you to everyone who provided feedback.

    We have reviewed your submissions and incorporated community feedback into the design.

    The proposed improvements will include;

    • an extended path network with improved access for bikes and scooters
    • additional lawn areas
    • new trees
    • customised play units to suit multiple ages
    • five station fitness hub
    • improved picnic facilities with more seating and picnic tables, and a larger shelter and BBQ area.


    For more information or questions about this project, contact our City Planning team on 9840 9333 or at manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au

Page last updated: 07 May 2025, 02:03 PM