We're upgrading the playspace at Hillcroft Reserve in Templestowe, as well as providing a new pedestrian path and rock stairway connecting both ends of Hillcroft Reserve, from Hillcroft Drive to Lawanna Drive.
This project is part of our Parks Improvement Program and will be delivered under our 2024/25 open space Capital Works Program.
Our consultation on the draft concept design closed on Thursday, 9 May 2024.
The final design plan will be released in late 2024, with construction to occur in early 2025.
The Concept Plan proposal included:
We're upgrading the playspace at Hillcroft Reserve in Templestowe, as well as providing a new pedestrian path and rock stairway connecting both ends of Hillcroft Reserve, from Hillcroft Drive to Lawanna Drive.
This project is part of our Parks Improvement Program and will be delivered under our 2024/25 open space Capital Works Program.
Our consultation on the draft concept design closed on Thursday, 9 May 2024.
The final design plan will be released in late 2024, with construction to occur in early 2025.
The Concept Plan proposal included:
- a larger basketball pad
- track glide, integrated nature play and a tyre course
- double swing set
- a four-person rocker
- picnic table area and new drinking fountain
- additional garden beds and trees
- a new concrete footpath and rock stairway linking Hillcroft Drive and Lawanna Drive
Where is it?
Hillcroft Reserve is located along Hillcroft Drive and Lawanna Drive in Templestowe.
It is a Large reserve with an existing playspace and a timber staircase to the north of the reserve that partially links pedestrians to Lawanna Drive.
Hillcroft Reserve, 45-49 Hillcroft Drive, Templestowe
Why is it needed?
The last major upgrade to the playspace at Hillcroft Reserve occurred 20 years ago, with many play pieces, furniture and park assets requiring replacement. The upgrade will also provide new opportunities to expand the play area for children of varying ages.
The existing timber staircase is also showing signs of wear and tear, with a new path and stairway proposed to safely link both ends of the reserve from Hillcroft Drive to Lawanna Drive.
When is it happening?
The final design plan will be released in late 2024, with construction to occur in early 2025.
How will the work affect me?
We will make every effort to minimise any disruption to residents and visitors.
The reserve will be closed during construction. The nearest alternative park is Church Road North Playspace, 1.2km away in Ruffey Lake Park, Templestowe, VIC 3106.
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