Brimbank council is calling on locals to have their say on two proposed changes to the design of the new playground at Cliff Harvey Lagoon Reserve.
One potential change to the design plan involves moving a proposed half basketball court to a location near Hunter Street, which would move the court away from the busy Old Calder Highway, and allow for this space to be kept as an open grassy area.
The second change asks residents whether they believe a concrete path should be added to the southern side of the reserve.
Council said the location of the proposed concrete path is the only suitable route available for a path to be built while still protecting the character and heritage of nearby trees.
The wooden equipment at the playground will also be removed this month to allow more open space for community use while council waits for planning permits to build the new playground.
As reported by Star Weekly, the playground has been rundown for over a year with locals raising concerns for children’s safety.
Entries to the playground have been boarded up to discourage people from using the equipment.
According to council, construction on the new playground will commence mid-2026.
The feedback survey for the two proposed changes will close on Monday 3 November.
Details: yoursay.brimbank.vic.gov.au
