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An upgraded and expanded playground is on its way. The existing playground will be closed for construction from mid-March to mid 2024.
Improvements to the playground will include -
New giant basket swing
New lookout tower and rope play
Upgrades and improvements to existing play towers
New inclusive spinner
New swing sets
Expanded sand and water play
Nature play areas
As well as improved pathways around the playspace, more seating in convenient locations and new trees and plants.
The refurbished playground is sure to delight visitors with its unique range of customised towers and slides, new sand play features, additional water play area and its exciting range of swing options.
Where to play while Victoria Street Playground is closed -
The Boulevard Playspace, Ruffey Lake Park
The Church Road North Playspace, Ruffey Lake Park
The Ninja Warrior Course at the northern end of The Boulevarde off King Street in Ruffey Lake Park. Suitable for older kids.
Wombat Bend Playspace, Finns Reserve, Lower Templestowe
wongium willam playspace, Warrandyte River Reserve
What to expect during construction -
The toilets, picnic shelters and flying fox will remain open.
A portion of the lower carpark near the toilets will be used as a construction compound.
Construction will generally occur between 7.00am and 5.00pm on weekdays.
At times traffic or pedestrians may be redirected to allow access to the construction site. Any detours will be clearly signed.
An upgraded and expanded playground is on its way. The existing playground will be closed for construction from mid-March to mid 2024.
Improvements to the playground will include -
New giant basket swing
New lookout tower and rope play
Upgrades and improvements to existing play towers
New inclusive spinner
New swing sets
Expanded sand and water play
Nature play areas
As well as improved pathways around the playspace, more seating in convenient locations and new trees and plants.
The refurbished playground is sure to delight visitors with its unique range of customised towers and slides, new sand play features, additional water play area and its exciting range of swing options.
Where to play while Victoria Street Playground is closed -
The Boulevard Playspace, Ruffey Lake Park
The Church Road North Playspace, Ruffey Lake Park
The Ninja Warrior Course at the northern end of The Boulevarde off King Street in Ruffey Lake Park. Suitable for older kids.
Wombat Bend Playspace, Finns Reserve, Lower Templestowe
wongium willam playspace, Warrandyte River Reserve
What to expect during construction -
The toilets, picnic shelters and flying fox will remain open.
A portion of the lower carpark near the toilets will be used as a construction compound.
Construction will generally occur between 7.00am and 5.00pm on weekdays.
At times traffic or pedestrians may be redirected to allow access to the construction site. Any detours will be clearly signed.
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Lifecycle
Formation of a Community Reference Group
Victoria Street Playspace Upgrade has finished this stage
The Manningham community were publicly invited to be part of a community reference group made up of approx 8 representatives to provide feedback at key stages of the project.
First round of consultation Oct / Nov 2022
Victoria Street Playspace Upgrade has finished this stage
Consultation open for contributions and suggestions via YSM. Tell us what you love about the playground and what you would like to see in the upgraded playspace.
Community engagement event to be held at the playground Sunday 23 October 2022
Consultation with children and interest groups.
Taking in your feedback
Victoria Street Playspace Upgrade has finished this stage
Feedback from the initial community consultation phase collated and reviewed to help further improve the concept plan.
Refining the design
Victoria Street Playspace Upgrade has finished this stage
Concept amended and refined in response to community feedback.
Second round of consultation Feb 2023
Victoria Street Playspace Upgrade has finished this stage
Exhibition of final concept for public comment.
Design phase for playspace completed March 2023
Victoria Street Playspace Upgrade has finished this stage
Procurement phase June 2023 to February 2024
Victoria Street Playspace Upgrade has finished this stage
During this phase Council is obtaining quotes for goods and services associated with the playground and appointing contractors to carry out the upgrade.
Construction phase March to September 2024
Victoria Street Playspace Upgrade is currently at this stage
The playground will be temporarily closed in order to carry out the upgrade. The toilets, picnic shelters and the flying fox will remain open. A portion of the lower carpark will also be used as a compound for the works.
Official Re-opening - 2024
this is an upcoming stage for Victoria Street Playspace Upgrade
Victoria Street Playground Upgrade - Construction Flyer