Jells Park all abilities nature based playspace
A new nature-based all-abilities playspace is coming to Jells Park! A $3 million investment will create a playspace that will spark imaginations and encourage active play and include a changing places toilet in the playspace precinct.
Project duration and key dates
Works commence – August 3 2020
Works complete – December 2020
Community consultation – September 2017. We spoke to the community who use Jells Park and found their ideas for improvements included a want for nature-based, adventure opportunities that would be attractive for all ages.
Project funding
$3 million
Project partner
Sport and Recreation Victoria
Key information
What is being built
- A new nature-based playspace that will cater for all abilities and a range of age groups
- A changing places toilet will be constructed within the playspace precinct
- View the playspace design and guiding principles of the design.
Location
- The playspace will be built on Yabbie Hill, near to Madeline’s Cafe
What will happen to the existing play structure?
- At the end of the structures design life, this will be dismantled and removed
- This area will be repurposed as a picnic area with picnic benches and a BBQ
Other information
One of our most popular urban parks, Jells Park sits within the catchment of the Dandenong Creek, at the foot of the Dandenong Ranges in Melbourne’s east.
Related items
Fact Sheet - Guiding Design Principles (accessible)
Places to see – Jells ParkAutism friendly visits – Jells Park Social Script
