Status
As of 9 August 2024, works are now complete and the new park is available for community use.
Details
The new public park has been constructed in the Joseph Road Precinct, near the corner of Whitehall and Warde Streets.
Named after Margaret (Lilardia) Tucker, one of Australia's earliest and most notable female Aboriginal activists, it covers an area of approximately 1,444 square metres.
The new park provides an area of open space to support informal play and recreation in addition to the nearby Maribyrnong River and Maribyrnong River Trail.
The Lilardia Park Master Plan was informed by community feedback received in March 2018 which included support for passive open space, extensive garden beds and tree planting, seating, sheltered picnic space and fenced edge to the rail line.
An official opening is being planned when a new artwork honouring Aunty Marg will also be unveiled.
If you have any questions throughout the works, please email the Recreation and Open Space team via ros@maribyrnong.vic.gov.au