Matthews Park Upgrade

Project overview

The Matthews Park Upgrade project Round 2 consultation has now closed.

Matthews Park is getting a fresh look!

Thank you to all who provided their input during Round 2 community consultation on the draft concept design - it was invaluable.

We are currently reviewing all the feedback we received, which will be presented in a report to Council in the December Council Meeting.

We will let you know once the concept plan has been finalised.

Round 2 community consultation closed Monday, 7 October 2024.

The survey is now closed. Thanks for participating.

Key facts

Location
Corner Straun Avenue and Moore Street, Prospect

Directon

Classification
Local Park

Playspace Upgrade: new swings, tower, nature play and pump track

Stages of the Matthews Reserve Upgrade project

  • Round 1 Community Consultation

    4 December 2023 - 14 January 2024

    Round 1 community consultation on what the community would like to see as part of the upgrade at Matthews Reserve. Consult specifically with key stakeholders, including Blair Athol Tennis Club.

  • Development of Draft Concept Plan

    February - May 2024

    Develop a draft concept plan based on Round 1 community consultation and feedback.

  • Council Workshop - Round 1 Community Consultation Feedback

    June 2024

    Present Round 1 community consultation feedback and the draft concept plan at Council Workshop, including costings.

  • Council Meeting - Draft Concept Plan Endorsement

    July 2024

    Seek endorsement of the draft concept plan to proceed to Round 2 community consultation.

  • Round 2 Community Consultation

    September 2024

    Round 2 community consultation on the draft concept plan to ensure it meets community expectations.

  • Council Meeting - Final Endorsement

    October - December 2024

    Finalise the draft concept plan from feedback gathered from Round 2 community consultation and seek Council endorsement to proceed to documentation and construction.