Have your say on the Wombat Bend Playground upgrade

We’re upgrading the Wombat Bend Playground in Templestowe Lower.

Proposed improvements include:

• a diverse range of play equipment suitable for all ages and abilities
• a dedicated swing zone with five different seat types
• a larger water play area
• a sand play zone with raised tables and a digger
• a refurbished maze zone
• improved access paths for better connectivity and movement
• upgraded amenities, including new seating, picnic areas, drinking fountains, shelters, and BBQs
• enhanced shade and expanded grassed areas
• a new fitness station.

Car park improvements, toilet building works and a major playground upgrade are not included in this project.

Have your say

We've created a concept design to upgrade sections of the Wombat Bend Playground and would love to hear your thoughts.

Complete our survey by Monday 2 June 2025

You can also join us for an onsite community consultation session on Sunday 18 May between 10.30am to 12.00pm (noon).

Your feedback will help shape the final design of the playground.

The concept design has been shaped by community feedback gathered during our December 2024 consultation. View the consultation report.

About Wombat Bend Playground

Wombat Bend Playground is a much-loved regional playground catering to visitors of all abilities – created by the community, for the community. It embraces inclusive design to foster creative development, inspiration and imagination and to encourage the mind to explore.

Where is it?

Wombat Bend Playground is located on Duncan Street in Templestowe Lower

Questions?

• Email us at manningham@manningham.vic.gov.au
• Call us on 9840 9333

This project supports the Burndap Birrarung burndap umarkoo (Yarra Strategic Plan) 2022-2032, which focuses on protecting the health of the Birrarung (Yarra River) and its surrounding lands.

The project also aims to enhance parkland and recreational opportunities to support the wellbeing of the community.