A brand-new, $8 million, adventure-filled park in the City of Whittlesea is now open, just in time for summer.
The Granite Hills Major Community Park, which opened to the public on 9 December, is the perfect place for people of all ages and abilities to enjoy quality time outdoors.
Situated in the stunning surrounds of bunjil nganga Parkland Quarry Hills, the park maximises the natural environment through its inspired design.
There are connections to the precinct’s recently expanded network of walking trails and a boardwalk winding through two waterbodies created from converted farm dams.
The playground features an array of slides and swings for children of all ages, as well as climbing nets, water features, a flying fox, trampoline, nature play elements and much more.
Large shelters provide shade over the picnic tables and built-in barbecues, while there are public toilets and a Changing Places facility for people with higher care needs.
The park, which is accessible from the southern end of Cravens Road, Mernda, is serviced by a large car park.
The gates to the park will be opened at 7am each day and closed at 9pm.
The City of Whittlesea contributed $5.5 million towards the project, with the Victorian Government providing $2.5 million from its Growing Suburbs Fund.
A community festival to celebrate the opening of the park and completion of other projects within bunjil nganga Parkland will be held in February 2026.
City of Whittlesea Mayor, Lawrie Cox, said that the Granite Hills Major Community Park is a wonderful new addition to the exciting mix of parks and playgrounds across the City of Whittlesea.
“The park provides families with a safe, accessible and free space to spend quality time together and it is a fantastic investment in the health and happiness of our community,” Mayor Cox said.
“We are thrilled that this park will draw people in from across the region and allow them to appreciate the stunning natural beauty of bunjil nganga Parkland.
“We thank the Victorian Government for partnering with us on this project and are grateful for the $2.5 million grant we received from the Growing Suburbs Fund.”
