New community park taking shape in West Footscray
Published on 29 November 2024
The transformation of Council’s former nursery site in West Footscray is well underway, with Stage one of the Lae Street Nursery reconstruction now complete.
The project aims to convert the site into a vibrant community park, catering to expressed community needs for a space that is both playful and contemplative.
Council approved the Concept Plan at the end of 2023. The new parkland was co-designed with community members who shared their ideas and developed a vision to bring the former nursery site to life.
Key elements of the stage one works include:
- a gathering circle at the Park’s centre
- pathways
- irrigated grass areas
- tree planting
- garden bed planting
A recent planting day marked a milestone in the stage one works, enhancing the transformation process through the addition of greenery in the space for our community to enjoy for years to come.
The 2024/25 Budget includes funding for stage two works, which includes the construction of a shelter over the gathering circle, as well as a nature trail and garden bed planting behind the gathering circle. These works are due to commence in early 2025, and as a temporary measure, this area has been mulched until the permanent treatment is undertaken.
For more information and updates on the Lae Street Nursery project Concept Plan, visit maribyrnong.vic.gov.au/LaeStreetNurseryStage1