About the site
We are looking at the possibility of transforming 109 Waterdale Road, Ivanhoe, into a new local park for the community.
The site is currently a Council‑owned car park with public toilets and around 65 parking spaces. The project may also include improvements to nearby streets and parking to create a safer and more welcoming area.
Why are we thinking about this change
The Ivanhoe Activity Centre has limited public open space within easy walking distance.
With a growing population and higher‑density housing, creating new local parks is becoming more important. Parks and green spaces provide places for people to meet, rest and spend time outdoors, supporting community wellbeing and long‑term liveability.
What is Council going to do?
Council is doing a feasibility study of the idea. Feasibility studies help Council know if ideas are possible before fully commiting.
As part of the feasibility study, Council will explore:
- different ways the site could be used
- improvements to surrounding public spaces
- how parking could be managed.
This will help Council understand how the site can best serve the Ivanhoe community.
What happens next
No decisions have been made. Community feedback will help inform concept designs and future recommendations to Council.
Get involved
Share your views to help inform the feasibility study and concept design. Use the box below.
Thinking about the idea of a new local park at 109 Waterdale Road...
What do you think are the main benefits, concerns and impacts that Council should carefully consider? (max 140 characters).
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13 June, 2026
Anonymous says:
A space that is green and family friendly where people can gather and enjoy family time
11 June, 2026
Anonymous says:
I think that any new public green space is great.
A carpark in Heidelberg is now becoming apartments instead of park space.
11 June, 2026
DKananghinis says:
cover the car park with a flat roof that is a combined park/green space and solar panels. Roof flush with pocket park so there's easy access
11 June, 2026
DKananghinis says:
Question as to whether there is a need for a park, as the carpark is essential for all the surrounding business/shops/cafes & church
11 June, 2026
Anonymous says:
Green space is a great asset near shops but from the business point of view carparking is essential for successful trading.
11 June, 2026
Anonymous says:
Enhance pedestrian connectivtly (i.e. Raised crosswalks at Norman St & reconfiguration of entrances and exists of existing) increase busines
11 June, 2026
Anonymous says:
Connectivity between station and Waterdale Road is currently unpleasant as a pedestrian.
5 June, 2026
Anonymous says:
it is already difficult to find parking for local shops, and will be even more difficult with reduced parking
1 June, 2026
ColinLR says:
Adequate parking for Ivanhoe shopping is essential
28 May, 2026
Anonymous says:
I would love to have a park there, I can grab a coffee or lunch from the shops and sit and relax, away from the busy street.
27 May, 2026
Anonymous says:
you need more parking, no parking business suffers. all people can't walk or cycle to ivanhoe. where can you park? make a large car park
26 May, 2026
Anonymous says:
We need parking for the local area still - what are the possibilities of building a park on top of the carpark so we can have both?
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Benefits, concerns and impacts
Council is seeking community feedback on the main benefits of the idea and any concerns or impacts that should be carefully considered. This includes views on how the space could be used, how it might affect the area, and what matters most to the community if changes go ahead.
Project scope and timing
- The project is still in the investigation stage, and no decision has been made to create a park at 109 Waterdale Road.
- A Council decision is expected after June 2027.
- The investigation focuses on 109 Waterdale Road and nearby public spaces only.
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