In 2024, we consulted with the local community on an upgrade to the playspace at Albany Drive Reserve in Mulgrave.

We asked what you would like to see in this new playspace and incorporated some of these ideas into an exciting draft concept design, which we then sought feedback on.

Thank you to everyone who took the time to provide feedback.

The community's responses will be used to help inform the final design.

Funding for the construction will be considered by Council as part of the 2025/26 annual budget process. We will update this page in mid-2025 with the decision, and local residents will receive a letter closer to construction if funding is approved.

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Please note that images of play elements are indicative rather than a precise specification. Some proposed play elements may change subject to budget.

• Play unit with slides, climbing nets and walls, sliding pole and interactive panels
• Double swing set with nest swing and belt seat swing
• Spinner
• Balance stepper path
• Seating
• New accessible concrete path.

The playspace will be a 'pocket' classification, which means it is a very small playground usually used by children in the immediate vicinity and accessed by foot. Caters for residents within 400 metres and is guided by the following:

• Combination of 3 to 5 items of play equipment for toddlers and pre-schoolers
• Designs include accessible features and bench seating
• It should complement play provision in nearby playspaces
• Facilitate opportunities for social interaction
• Inclusive designs and wheelchair accessible path system
• Something that contributes to a unique local identity (Playspace Design Principles & Considerations)

Click here to see an example of a pocket playspace.