The City of Greater Geelong is inviting community feedback on proposed designs for seven local playgrounds set to be renewed in 2025.
In line with the City's Play Strategy , the renewals will ensure each playground includes opportunities to run, swing, slide and climb, with refreshed equipment and improved accessibility.
The playgrounds included in this year's renewal program are:
- Geelong West Reserve - 66-76 Church Street, North Geelong
- Clear Water Reserve - Clear Water Drive, Clifton Springs
- Thomson Reserve - Godfrey Street, Thomson
- Sharland Reserve - White Gum Drive (Lomandra Drive), Hamlyn Heights
- St Albans Reserve - St Albans Road, St Albans
- Percy Cherry Reserve - Creekside Drive, Curlewis (slide only)
- Collendina Reserve Playground -18 Minerva Close, Ocean Grove
Mayor Stretch Kontelj OAM
Playgrounds are important community assets that support healthy, active lifestyles and social connection.We're proud to invest in spaces that encourage children to explore the great outdoors.
Sports & Recreation portfolio chair Councillor Eddy Kontelj
Local playgrounds are places where kids can learn through play and connect with their neighbourhood.We want to make sure these spaces reflect what our community needs and values, so we're asking families to get involved and give us their insight.
The City manages more than 380 public playgrounds and another 62 early childhood centre-based playgrounds. All playgrounds are regularly inspected and included in a monitored upgrade schedule reviewed annually.
Local playgrounds are designed to be accessible by foot or bicycle, offering opportunities for physical activity and informal play close to home.
To view the proposed designs and provide feedback, visit: yoursay.geelongaustralia.com.au/2025-local-playground-renewal
For the Collendina Reserve Playground survey, visit: yoursay.geelongaustralia.com.au/collendina-reserve
Surveys close at 5:00pm on 3 October 2025.
