Your new park

As part of the Manton Street Reserve project, we plan to create a space that provides older children with an activity area that is currently unavailable to them locally. This initiative aligns with the Council's Public Open Space Plan and Strategic Actions 18 and 19, focusing on the design and accessibility of diverse play opportunities. We conducted a thorough site analysis, which allowed us to identify both the opportunities and constraints for the project. This analysis guided the Open Space and Planning team in developing a concept that aligns with the project budget, park classifications, Public Open Space Plan 2016-2031, and broader Council goals of establishing Local Play Networks and promoting Play Diversity (see definitions below).

Key considerations for Manton Street Reserve are:

• Play experience and diversity - considering diversity of play for different age groups in the neighbourhood.
• Usability - leveraging the potential of council-owned land to enhance services and better meet the needs of the community.

The play space will include a new and improved area to meet the needs of the local community.

We are proposing one of these options:

• a basketball half-court with a netball ring, or
• exercise equipment, or
• nature play elements

About the space

Manton Street Reserve is in Heidelberg. This park is classified as a Pocket Park as outlined in playground classifications of our Public Open Space Plan 2016-2031. Access to the reserve is via Manton Street. The park sits alongside the Hurstbridge trainline and contains natural elements like logs and rocks, seating, a drink fountain and over 20 newly planted trees, enhancing its greenery and appeal for local families.

The play space is scheduled for completion between March and May 2025.

View the potential locations of the different design options for this reserve.

Your new playground:

As part of the improvement works for Narvik Reserve playground, we conducted a thorough site analysis. This analysis helped us identify the project's opportunities and constraints, guiding the Open Space and Planning team in developing a concept that aligns with the project budget, playground classifications, the Public Open Space Plan 2016-2031, and Council initiatives aimed at providing Local Play Networks and promoting Play Diversity (see definitions below).

Key considerations for Narvik Reserve playground are:

• Play experience and diversity - considering diversity of play.

• Seating and functionality - provide better seating and a path along the reserve.

The reserve includes a new and improved area to meet the needs of the local community.

We are proposing:

• A new playground unit
• Swings
• Seating

About Space:

Narvik Reserve is Heidelberg West. This playground is classified as a local playground as outlined in playground classifications of our Public Open Space Plan 2016-2031. The reserve is accessible from both Narvik Crescent and Derna Street. The Narvik Reserve playground is well-utilised by nearby families and is now scheduled for renewal. We look forward to continuing to provide a high-quality play experience at Narvik Reserve and appreciate your support as we re-imagine the park for current and future visitors.

The playground upgrade is scheduled for completion mid - end 2025 2025.

View the concept design for this reserve.