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IN THIS ISSUE
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November 2018
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Welcome to the November 2018 issue of our newsletter.
Following the Local Government Elections, we have a number of consultations commencing as well as news on playgrounds, parks and sporting facilities.
You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking Unsubscribe at the bottom of this newsletter.
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Coastal Walkway, Hallett Cove
On 11 September 2018, Council endorsed the development of a Coast Park Plan, encompassing the entire City of Marion coastline of 7.2km.
Council is considering two sections of the Coastal Walkway:
- Section 1 | Heron Way to Cormorant Drive
- Section 2 | Cormorant Drive to south of the Field River
Have Your Say by completing the survey that will be open from
14 November 2018 to 12 December 2018.
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 HAVE YOUR SAY
New Local Playgrounds
Consultation on the design of four new playgrounds will be open from 21 November 2018 to 12 December 2018.
Design will continue through 2018/2019, with construction to be carried out in 2019/2020.
The playgrounds being upgraded are:
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HAVE YOUR SAY
Hamilton Park Reserve, Warradale
As an outcome of the 2018 State Government Election, Council has received $180,000 from Member for Gibsonk Corey Wingard to assist with the construction of a public toilet at Hamilton Park Reserve.
Before we progress with the installation of the toilet, we are seeking feedback to consider the overall development of the site and plan for the future.
An onsite community consultation will be held on:
Sunday 2 December 4-5pm.
The consultation will be open from
14 November 2018 to 12 December 2018.
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Hendrie Street Reserve Inclusive Playground
Park Holme
The line-marking will provide directional guidance on the trike track and assist visually impaired people to navigate the site more easily.
The work is weather dependent and has been scheduled during the work week to minimise impact on the community.
We anticipate the work will be completed within that timeframe, however if the situation changes, we will notify the community through Facebook.
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Monday 10 December 2018
10:00am
Christmas Storytelling with Marion Libraries
10:30-11:30am
Christmas crafts with Mitchell Park Neighbourhood Centre
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The second stage of the Oaklands Recreation Plaza has now been completed.
The plaza now features an iconic rotunda with amphitheatre, picnic facilities, trike path, 3 on 3 basketball court and netball ring.
The works also addressed stormwater mitigation.
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Heron Way Reserve opened in early November 2018.
The reserve features a new playground with 5-way swing, nature play and water/sand play. There is fitness equipment and picnic facilities.
Find out more at:
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Hazelmere Road Reserve, Glengowrie
Dog Park Upgrade
The dog park at Hazelmere Road Reserve is being upgraded.
The final concept plan is now available.
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Shade Sails at 8 reserves
Eight playgrounds in the City of Marion will have shade sails installed to provide more shelter for playing in the summer heat.
- Barton Drive Reserve, Trott Park
- Brolga Place Reserve, Sturt
- Cadell Street Reserve, Seaview Downs
- Linear Park Reserve, Hallett Cove
- Mulcra Avenue Reserve, Park Holme
- Rosslyn Street Reserve, Clovelly Park
- Scarborough Terrace Reserve, Dover Gardens
- Southbank Boulevard Reserve, Sheidow Park
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Joan Herraman Reserve, Ascot Park
(formerly Sixth Avenue Reserve)
Sixth Avenue Reserve was renamed Joan Herraman Reserve on 15 August 2018.
The late Joan Herraman OAM was a former Marion Councillor who was passionate about providing outdoor play and leisure areas in Ascot Park.
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Woodforde Family Reserve, Park Holme
The courts at Woodforde Family Reserve have been upgraded with new fencing, lighting and a new local playground.
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Work at Plympton Oval will take place from October 2018 to January 2019 to upgrade the irrigation system, playing surface, install a SACA standard cricket pitch and improve the drainage.
The playground will remain open during the construction period.
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McKellar Terrace Reserve, Morphettville
Morphettville Park Tennis Club
Works will commence early 2019 to upgrade the Morphettville Park Tennis Club courts at McKellar Terrace Reserve with new fencing and LED lighting.
Existing trees will be retained and the playground will remain open during the construction period.
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Book a Court
Access to the courts at three of our reserves will soon be available for hire through Book a Court (December 2018).
- McKellar Terrace Reserve, Morphettville
- Warradale Park Reserve, Warradale Park
- Woodforde Family Reserve, Park Holme
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Ash Avenue Reserve, Tonsley
Ash Avenue Reserve has now opened in Tonsley. It features a sheltered picnic table and nature play elements.
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