Gerald Lynch
The upgrades of five recreation reserves within Whittlesea are one step closer, with Whittlesea council unveiling masterplans for the projects.
The council at its meeting on Monday presented the plans which will go out to the public for community consultation.
The documents were created after phase one of community consultation.
The draft plan for Lalor Recreation Reserve, Lalor will result in the rejuvenation of street frontage and presentation, improved car parking, increased path access, and seating areas.
Epping’s Lowalde Recreation Reserve is proposed to have a number of upgrades, including reconfiguration of the car park, an upgrade to public amenities, a half-size multi use court, outdoor gym equipment, and timed lighting throughout the park.
Plans for the Mernda Recreation Reserve, Mernda include the long term integration of the community house and community pavilion already on the site proper car parking spaces, timed lighting, and recreational infrastructure including a bocce court and play space.
It is proposed that WA Smith Recreation Reserve, Lalor and Sycamore Recreation Reserve, Mill Park will get a bridge to connect the two reserves to each other in a safer way, as well as improved facilities and lighting.
Whittlesea council open space planning coordinator Andrew Chau spoke to the importance of improving infrastructure of recreational reserves at the council meeting.
“Discussions with the broader community indicate that there is a want to spend more time in the parks and reserves, facilitated by a higher provision of park amenities,” he said.
Phase two of the community consultation will be running until October 20,
Following the conclusion of phase two, the masterplans will be refined, and the finalised versions will be ready later this year or early next year.
