Diggers Rest’s youngest residents will now be able to enjoy $75,000 of improvements and new play equipment at Splendour Circuit Reserve.
The upgraded playground was opened on Tuesday, August 8, by Sunbury MP Josh Bull and Melton mayor Lara Carli.
The play equipment installation is designed to encourage exploration and discovery for younger children while providing additional accessible seating and new tree and shrub plantings.
Mr Bull said these precincts help to create a thriving heart for the Diggers Rest community as it continues to grow.
“These precincts help our residents feel proud of their community, and create spaces that people want to visit,” he said.
“This project is a fabulous example of what we can achieve when state and local governments come together to provide vital infrastructure that genuinely meets the needs of the community.
“These areas will grow significantly, and we are working hard to provide the infrastructure to support our valued community members for years to come.”
Councillor Carli agreed and said delivering open spaces that the community needs is a top priority for council.
“Our local parks are so important for staying connected with community, maintaining healthy habits and ensuring we all have opportunities to get out of the house and exercise,” she said.
“We have transformed this reserve into a space that delivers for the ever-changing face of Diggers Rest.”
This project was equally funded by both the state government and Melton council through the living local suburban grants program.
Zoe Moffatt
