Dewer Reserve, Ridgehaven - proposed upgrades

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Consultation has concluded

Council decision/outcomes

During the consultation period, a total of 62 feedback form responses were received regarding this proposal. Of these responses, 94% (58 people) indicated they were in support, 5% (3 people) were opposed and 2% (1 person) was neutral. One written submission was also received.

At its meeting on Tuesday 23 May 2023, Council considered the feedback received from the community and made the decision to progress the project, including the amendment to the Ridgehaven Community Land Management Plan which includes a shade structure.

Based on community feedback some changes to the plan include:

  • Change the material of the path to concrete from the corner of Dewer and Shepherd to the shelter
  • Change the existing swing seats to more inclusive seat/s
  • Add a bench seat adjacent to the path in the south western corner
  • Investigate nature play and intergenerational equipment that can also be used as adult exercise equipment
  • The provision of a basketball half court be considered in the Modbury Sports Area masterplan, adjacent to the existing skate park

Please refer to the Council report for additional Council staff comments regarding other key suggestions received.

Council endorsed concept plan for Dewer Reserve

Read the community engagement outcomes report

Read the Council report (Council Meeting - Notice, Agenda & Reports - 23 May 2023 - see pages 62-131)

Read the Council Meeting minutes - 23 May 2023

Background

We are currently seeking feedback from the community about proposed upgrades to Dewer Reserve in Ridgehaven.

Dewer Reserve in Ridgehaven is located in the Modbury Precinct, and serves a relatively large residential population, with an employment area to the west and an aged-care facility to the north.

A proposed upgrade of Dewer Reserve aims to provide a safe, inclusive and welcoming open space that can be enjoyed by the whole community.

The proposed plan includes minor upgrades to the existing local-level playground (including an intergenerational play and exercise area), park furniture, additional lighting, shade structure, drink fountain, landscaping and additional pathways.

Dewer Reserve is part of the Community Land Management Plan (CLMP) for Ridgehaven. This CLMP does not currently note the inclusion of shade structures/shelters. Should this infrastructure be installed as proposed the Ridgehaven CLMP would need to be amended to reflect this change. A draft amended plan is available to view.

More information is available in the Information Sheet and the site map and draft concept plan

Easy Read information about this project is also available.

To get involved and have your say:

We value your comments and would appreciated your feedback by 5pm Monday 3 April 2023.

Council decision/outcomes

During the consultation period, a total of 62 feedback form responses were received regarding this proposal. Of these responses, 94% (58 people) indicated they were in support, 5% (3 people) were opposed and 2% (1 person) was neutral. One written submission was also received.

At its meeting on Tuesday 23 May 2023, Council considered the feedback received from the community and made the decision to progress the project, including the amendment to the Ridgehaven Community Land Management Plan which includes a shade structure.

Based on community feedback some changes to the plan include:

  • Change the material of the path to concrete from the corner of Dewer and Shepherd to the shelter
  • Change the existing swing seats to more inclusive seat/s
  • Add a bench seat adjacent to the path in the south western corner
  • Investigate nature play and intergenerational equipment that can also be used as adult exercise equipment
  • The provision of a basketball half court be considered in the Modbury Sports Area masterplan, adjacent to the existing skate park

Please refer to the Council report for additional Council staff comments regarding other key suggestions received.

Council endorsed concept plan for Dewer Reserve

Read the community engagement outcomes report

Read the Council report (Council Meeting - Notice, Agenda & Reports - 23 May 2023 - see pages 62-131)

Read the Council Meeting minutes - 23 May 2023

Background

We are currently seeking feedback from the community about proposed upgrades to Dewer Reserve in Ridgehaven.

Dewer Reserve in Ridgehaven is located in the Modbury Precinct, and serves a relatively large residential population, with an employment area to the west and an aged-care facility to the north.

A proposed upgrade of Dewer Reserve aims to provide a safe, inclusive and welcoming open space that can be enjoyed by the whole community.

The proposed plan includes minor upgrades to the existing local-level playground (including an intergenerational play and exercise area), park furniture, additional lighting, shade structure, drink fountain, landscaping and additional pathways.

Dewer Reserve is part of the Community Land Management Plan (CLMP) for Ridgehaven. This CLMP does not currently note the inclusion of shade structures/shelters. Should this infrastructure be installed as proposed the Ridgehaven CLMP would need to be amended to reflect this change. A draft amended plan is available to view.

More information is available in the Information Sheet and the site map and draft concept plan

Easy Read information about this project is also available.

To get involved and have your say:

We value your comments and would appreciated your feedback by 5pm Monday 3 April 2023.

Consultation has concluded

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    Will there be a Couple of Barbeques for families built?

    Jennifer Schuurmans asked over 1 year ago

    Thank you for your question Jennifer, the concept currently does not include a BBQ. Council had 96 local level playgrounds across the city and they are generally designed for short term visits and typically don't include a BBQ. 

    BBQ's generally included at reserves where longer stays are encouraged and other facilities such as toilet's are provided. However we will include your request for a BBQ in the feedback, which will inform Council's decision as to whether they want to consider a BBQ at this location.  

  • Share I am excited about this project, however I wondered if there has been consideration of providing a toilet on the site. Given number of diuretics taken on the other side of the fence your forethought would definitely be applauded. The provision of tables suggests the possibility of a themos and a piece of cake for morning tea, out in the fresh air, but that's not going to happen without a nearby loo. Hope this is useful on Facebook Share I am excited about this project, however I wondered if there has been consideration of providing a toilet on the site. Given number of diuretics taken on the other side of the fence your forethought would definitely be applauded. The provision of tables suggests the possibility of a themos and a piece of cake for morning tea, out in the fresh air, but that's not going to happen without a nearby loo. Hope this is useful on Twitter Share I am excited about this project, however I wondered if there has been consideration of providing a toilet on the site. Given number of diuretics taken on the other side of the fence your forethought would definitely be applauded. The provision of tables suggests the possibility of a themos and a piece of cake for morning tea, out in the fresh air, but that's not going to happen without a nearby loo. Hope this is useful on Linkedin Email I am excited about this project, however I wondered if there has been consideration of providing a toilet on the site. Given number of diuretics taken on the other side of the fence your forethought would definitely be applauded. The provision of tables suggests the possibility of a themos and a piece of cake for morning tea, out in the fresh air, but that's not going to happen without a nearby loo. Hope this is useful link

    I am excited about this project, however I wondered if there has been consideration of providing a toilet on the site. Given number of diuretics taken on the other side of the fence your forethought would definitely be applauded. The provision of tables suggests the possibility of a themos and a piece of cake for morning tea, out in the fresh air, but that's not going to happen without a nearby loo. Hope this is useful

    DiWall asked over 1 year ago

    Thank you for your question DiWall for highlighting likely users of the facility and their potential need for a toilet. Council had 96 local level playgrounds across the city and they are generally designed for short term visits and typically don't include a toilet. Toilets are generally included at reserves where longer stays are encouraged and other facilities such as BBQ's are provided. However we will include your request for a toilet in the feedback, which will inform Council's decision as to whether they want to consider a toilet at this location.