Keeping the community informed
Funding boost for local park upgrades
Three Moonee Valley parks are set for exciting improvements after being successfully selected for funding through the Victorian Government’s Pick My Park program. Thanks to strong community support during the public voting phase, the following parks will receive upgrades: Hallkeeper Lane, Moonee Ponds will receive $110,000 for upgraded seating, landscaping and artwork. Fairbairn Park, Ascot…
Council updates, Parks and open spaces
An update on Riverside Park
The timber Pirate Ship Playground at Riverside Park has been closed following the discovery of extensive timber decay during routine inspections. Further assessments confirmed significant deterioration of key structural elements, meaning the playground can no longer be used safely. As a result, the Pirate Ship will be demolished and removed from the site in the…
Parrot Play is taking flight at Queens Park West Playground
A vibrant new playground is set to take shape at Queens Park West, and we want your help bringing it to life. Between May and June in 2025, more than 150 community members shared their ideas, memories and priorities for the Queens Park West Playground upgrade. The feedback highlighted just how important this open space…
Council updates, Media Releases, Parks and open spaces
Parrot Play to take flight at Queens Park West Playground
Media Release Award-winning Landscape Architecture firm, Taylor Cullity Lethlean (TCL) will team up with award-winning Australian artist Emily Floyd to design the new Queens Park West Playground. The collaboration, selected by Moonee Valley City Council (MVCC) as the winners of a Playground design competition, will bring parrots, play and a love of nature together in…
Council updates, Parks and open spaces
Healthy future for Queens Park Lake
Routine health checks are the best way for most of us to maintain our wellness and reduce risks, and the same protections are offered to our beloved Queens Park and its lake. As part of Moonee Valley City Council’s ongoing commitment to protecting the lake’s environmental values, monthly water quality testing and monitoring is being…
Parks and open spaces, Valley news
Driving range goes next level
In tee-rific news for local golfers, the upper level of the driving range at the Riverside Golf and Sports Centre has been re-opened to the community. The driving range structure, which was originally designed and constructed in the 1980s, has undergone a substantial upgrade to improve usability for the community. The upper level now includes newly installed safety netting and barriers as well as trackman ball tracking technology, bay dividers and matting. Both serious golfers and casual users are invited to…
Update on closure of Queens Park Cafe
After undergoing repairs and maintenance the much loved and iconic Queens Park Cafe will soon open its doors to the public. A new operator for the cafe is preparing to open in the second half of 2026. Keep an eye on our website and socials for further updates.
Pick My Park voting now open
Three Moonee Valley park projects have reached the public voting stage of the Victorian Government’s Pick My Park program. This program is investing $30 million to improve access to quality parks and open spaces in growing communities. Our projects focus on upgrading existing spaces to better support how our community lives, plays and connects. The projects include: Fairbairn Park, Ascot…
Parks and open spaces, Sustainability and environment
Reimagining Moonee Ponds Creek makeover continues
The transformation of Moonee Ponds Creek will continue, with the next stage of works set to further enhance the waterway and surrounding open space. Melbourne Water has developed a concept design for Stage 2 of Reimagining Moonee Ponds Creek. The design has been informed by community feedback and incorporates lessons learned from Stage 1, including integrating…
Council updates, Events, Parks and open spaces
Join us for our biggest planting day ever for National Tree Day!
Roll up your sleeves and help us celebrate National Tree Day with a community planting event! Join in on the fun on Sunday, 26 July at Boeing Reserve in Strathmore Heights, to actively contribute to the environment while enjoying a fun, family friendly day outdoors. The planting effort is an important step toward reaching our…