A contract for the installation of critical infrastructure at Quarry Hills Parkland was successfully awarded at City of Whittlesea’s August Council meeting.
Such critical infrastructure includes electricity, lighting, water, communication, and sewer services which will be delivered to the Granite Hills Major Community Park and Aboriginal Gathering Place.
The contract will also see approximately 1200 metres of sealed road, 149 car parks, and 1600 metres of services delivered to the spaces.
The Aboriginal Gathering Place will aim to provide a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally safe space for Aboriginal Peoples, while the Granite Hills Major Community Park will be a local attraction for residents and visitors alike.
Attractions are set to include an adventure park and playground with nature play, open-air pavilion, barbecues, picnic settings, giant slides, lawn maze, water play, walking trails, public toilets, and more.
City of Whittlesea Chair Administrator Lydia Wilson said awarding the tender was a significant milestone for both projects.
“The Aboriginal Gathering Place and Granite Hills Major Community Park are two projects that will bring tremendous benefits to our community,” she said.
“This tender will deliver road access and car parking to both sites so that people can enjoy the parkland precinct and all it has to offer.”
Works are expected to begin late 2024 and be completed mid-2025.
For more information, visit www.whittlesea.vic.gov.au.
