Thank you to those who completed the survey. We will analyse the results and provide a project update soon.

The provision of a playspace within Newlyn Recreation Reserve was identified as one of the key recommendations of the long-term vision of the Newlyn Recreation Reserve Masterplan.

The playspace feasibility project aligns with the Council Plan 2021-2025 and will meet Council’s Playspace Strategy 2020-2030 vision of having a network of engaging, inclusive and sustainable playspaces that are reflective of our people and our places.

The Newlyn Recreation Reserve Playspace Feasibility Project will consider the feasibility of the Newlyn Recreation Reserve Playspace including the:

• retainment of the playspace within the existing location (adjacent to the Midland Highway) inclusive of renewal works to the playground equipment.
• possible relocation of the playspace to an alternative location within Newlyn Recreation Reserve.

The project has received $18,750 funding through Regional Development’s Victoria 2024 Tiny Towns Fund with contributions from Hepburn Shire Council towards the delivery of the project.

The feasibility of the provision of a playspace within the Newlyn Recreation Reserve will inform the future planning and enhancement opportunities of the reserve.

The project is being delivered through a partnership between the Victorian Government and Council with the project to be completed by February 2026.

Round one: Monday 21 July to Friday 1 August 2025.

• This round is to provide a project update, share information gathered following the initial site analysis and provide the opportunity for feedback.
• Newlyn Recreation Reserve user groups have attended an in-person consultation session to provide their feedback.
• The broader community will have the opportunity to attend a drop-in session on Tuesday 29 July at Newlyn Recreation Reserve or complete an online or hard copy survey (available at customer service hubs and libraries, once completed can be returned by email to sportrecreation@hepburn.vic.gov.au or to a Council hub).

Round two: Anticipated October

• This round is to gather feedback on the draft version of the concept designs.
• Newlyn Recreation Reserve user groups will be invited to attend an in-person consultation session to provide their feedback.
• A drop-in session will be scheduled for the broader community to view the draft concept designs and to discuss the project with officers and provide feedback.
• The draft concept designs will also be available on this page with an online or hardcopy survey (available at customer service hubs and libraries) available to provide feedback.