Norris Bank Reserve upgrade

A dedicated dog off-leash area was established in 2018. A drink fountain with integrated dog bowls was built. A bench seat, a litter bin and new fencing was installed.

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Construction of a major community play space is complete, and includes the following:

• 6m high play tower with slides, monkey bars, rope play and interactive elements
• upgraded picnic facilities
• water play
• a beginner’s skate/ scooter loop
• an accessible Changing Places facility.

The bocce courts at Norris Bank Reserve were upgraded in late 2020.

The western precinct at Norris Bank Reserve was redeveloped into a multi-use youth space. The redevelopment included:

• an upgraded multi-use basketball court
• a performance space with Bluetooth speakers for small scale, impromptu performances
• a shelter and social gathering space with WIFI access
• a grass embankment 
• feature LED lighting
• an upgraded path network to improve access to the broader reserve and public transport.

Construction started in April 2023 and the reserve had an opening ceremony in November 2023 when the major works were complete. Smaller works are ongoing.

This stage of the project was made possible through a contribution from the State Government.

You will still be able to access Norris Bank Reserve during construction. The play space, picnic area and toilets will be closed but you will still be able to use the other facilities at Norris Bank, including the dog off leash area, Darebin Creek Shared Path and basketball court.

Yes. As part of the upgrade we will be constructing a new accessible toilet facility with a Changing Places toilet. We understand that the closure of the toilets will affect many members of the community and are prioritising the construction of the new facility to have it open to the public as soon as possible.

The new play equipment will include:

• 6m high play tower with slides, monkey bars, rope play and interactive elements
• a range of swings including a birds nest swing and liberty swing
• flying fox
• trampolines.

The liberty swing will be refurbished and relocated in the play area next to the range of other swings.

Yes, the upgrade includes a water play area.

Additional parking is not included in the upgrade. As part of the implementation of the Norris Bank Master plan, a traffic review will be undertaken to assess the need for further parking.