The first stage of Craigieburn Anzac Park is expected to open later this year.
A report to Hume council’s July 25 meeting stated work on the park is progressing well, but has been delayed by wet weather.
The athletics track and pavilion are due to be finished later this year, while the war memorial is scheduled to be completed in time for Anzac Day 2017.
Splash Aqua Park and Leisure Centre will, hopefully, open in time for the July school holidays next year.
The centre was delayed after contractor ADCO discovered it needed to modify the foundations under the pools.
The council began building the $48.5 million development in November 2015.
The 12-hectare park will also include an inclusive children’s playground, featuring swings, slides, tunnels, bridges, a cubby house and a carousel.
Craigieburn Anzac Park will also have space for community events, such as carols by candlelight.
The leisure centre will include waterslides, toddler pools and a 50-metre pool, as well as a gym and group fitness rooms.
Mayor Helen Patsikatheodorou said the park would hopefully become one of Melbourne’s most exciting places.
She said the council had chosen to name the park Craigieburn Anzac Park in dedication to local men and women who served their country in war times.
“It is a very solemn name,” she said.
“I hope it encourages visitors to the park to pause and reflect on the thousands of people who have sacrificed in support of freedom
