In 2024, we consulted with the local community on an upgrade to the playspace at Queens Parade Reserve in Ashwood.

We invited your input and suggestions for this new playspace. In response to this valuable feedback, we developed a draft concept plan that incorporates many of the ideas, and sought feedback on the plan.

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

What happens next

The upgrade to Queens Parade Reserve playspace is currently on hold pending funding approval in a future Council budget.

We understand that the delay is disappointing, however we would like to acknowledge and thank those who took part in the design consultation in 2024.

Your input and feedback have informed the concept designs, and we hope to deliver these upgrades in the future.

To stay informed about this project, please check back for updates to this page.

Thank you for your patience and understanding.

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 monkey bars, shop front and interactive panels
• Triple swing set with nest swing
• 3m-high climbing net
• Multi-user rocker
• Spinner
• Jumping jacks/platforms
• Coloured concrete steppers
• Interactive concrete sculpture with interpretive signage.

Queens Parade Reserve playspace is classified as 'local', which means it caters for residents within 500 metres and is guided by the following:

• Combination of 5 to 8 items of play equipment for younger age groups up to primary school age
• Equipment designs that offer a high level of play opportunity are preferred over aesthetic theming
• Value adding, e.g. logs than can be used as garden edging, casual seating and for balance play
• It should complement play provision in nearby playspaces
• Nature-based play typically includes rocks, logs and plantings (sand and water are limited to regional- or district-level playspaces due to high maintenance levels)
• Facilitate opportunities for social interaction
• Inclusive designs and wheelchair accessible path system
• Something that contributes to a unique local identity (See Playspace Design Principles and Considerations).

See an example of a local-level playspace.