The State Government is investing $315 million into the creation of three new parks located in Clyde, Werribee and Kororoit Creek to unlock 6,500 hectares of new and upgraded accessible green space for Melbourne’s growing outer suburbs.
Adjacent to Ballarto Road and either side of Graham Road beside the planned Clyde Park Sports Precinct, Clyde Regional Park will provide 120 hectares of open space, three times bigger than the Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne.
On Saturday 9 April Minister for Energy, Environment and Climate Change Lily D’Ambrosio released draft plans for the parks, backed by a $19.5 million investment to begin initial works such as creating walking trails, car parks and fencing once the draft plans were finalised.
Developed following an initial round of community consultation in 2021, the parks feature nature playscapes, picnic and barbeque areas, revitalised creeks, wetlands and frog habitats.
Ms D’Ambrosio said the parks were an investment for the future.
“These new parks will make Melbourne even more liveable, create local jobs and provide open outdoor spaces families and their pets can enjoy for years to come,” she said.
“We’re excited to hear how Victorians would like to see these three fantastic new parks come to life as part of 6,500 hectares of new and upgraded green space for Melbourne’s growing outer suburbs.”
Community feedback is being sought on the long-term visions for the parks, with locals asked to have their say on the parks’ layout, visitor and environmental areas and accessibility.
The three parks together represent more than 720 hectares of invaluable green open space which will improve Victorians’ health, wellbeing and connectivity while also creating local jobs, the State Government said.
The government is working closely with Traditional Owners and local councils to ensure the parks will meet the needs of growing communities and preserve and enhance natural and cultural heritage.
Community members can share feedback on the three draft plans through surveys on Engage Victoria’s website, participating in an online session, or by speaking to the Parks Victoria team during community pop-ups in April and May.
The online information session for Clyde Regional Park will take place on Tuesday 3 May between 6pm and 7.30 pm, with consultation on this phase of the project open until Sunday 15 May.
There is currently no set date of expected completion of the development.
For more information and to get involved visit engage.vic.gov.au/parks
