The closure of Brimbank Park’s cafe has been met with widespread disappointment.
The Brownstone Cafe closed its doors late last year, leaving the iconic park without a food or drink outlet.
Resident Virginia Tachos, who is also one of the area’s elected councillors, said the news has upset the community.
“Residents and visitors are devastated because this cafe breathed new life into Brimbank Park and made it a lovely destination for locals and visitors to enjoy,” she said. “This park has no public transport access and now has no cafe. How is this acceptable in the west for a landmark tourist destination?”
Brimbank mayor Margaret Giudice echoed Cr Tachos’ sentiments.
“A cafe within the visitor centre adds an additional attraction to Brimbank Park patrons,” Cr Giudice said.
“Ongoing investment by Parks Victoria into Brimbank Park is important to provide appropriate facilities and services, as well as maximise visitor access.”
Star Weekly understands the cafe tenants opted not to renew their lease.
Parks Victoria Keilor Plains area chief ranger David Collins said the cafe closure was disappointing, but remained positive a new tenant will soon be found.
“The cafe is an important part of the visitor service offer at Brimbank Park,” he said. “Parks Victoria is committed to ensuring a new tenant is secured … as soon as possible.
“In the meantime, we will initiate short term agreements for mobile vendors to provide food and beverage services.”
