Background
Vin Heffernan Reserve Playground is a small nature play playground in Heidelberg Heights. It is part of a link between Haig St and Bonar St, and is boarded by townhouses. The nature play will be refreshed in 2026 and we want to hear from community now to better plan for and design the new space.
The playground is currently nature play based and includes a variety of timber play pieces, including a large open play fort, balance beam, climbing poles, wombat and echidna carvings. It sits within a network of paths, surrounded by some seats, planting and trees. It is very close to adjacent homes. As a small nature play playground, the renewal will include one or two pieces of timber-based play equipment designed for children in the local vicinity. The playground services community members within a 400m walking distance.
For open space classifications refer to the Parks and Open Spaces homepage.
Your feedback will help us develop a draft playground concept, which will be shared for feedback in late 2025.
Our community is made up of diverse cultures, beliefs, abilities, bodies, sexualities, ages and genders. We are committed to access, equity, participation and rights for everyone: principles which empower, foster harmony and increase the wellbeing of an inclusive community.
Banyule City Council is proud to acknowledge the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung people as traditional custodians of the land and we pay respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elders, past, present and emerging, who have resided in the area and have been an integral part of the region’s history.
