Update on Port Fairy Playground Strategy

Following community feedback and advice from an expert consultant, two additional sites have been included for consideration as part of the Port Fairy Playground Strategy.  

Martins Point Reserve and Railway Place are now also being considered as potential locations for a new “district level” playground and for a new skate park for Port Fairy.  

Whilst the State Government’s Marine and Costal Act sets design and development conditions and requirements for further development at Martin’s Point, it will still be considered as a location option.  

Work on the strategy is progressing well and is expected to be completed in July/August.  

The strategy will identify gaps in play and active recreation experiences across Port Fairy and inform the location, design and investment needed to develop the new play space and skate park facilities that Council and the community want to see happen.  

The previously selected site at George Dodds Reserve for the skate park was seen as problematic due to the nearby Latham Snipe nesting area.  

Construction would have required exemption under the Federal Environment Act, a complex and lengthy process and there was a risk that approval may not have been provided.  

The $400,000 for the skate park is reserved in Council’s budget and the consultants have been provided with the previously developed skate park design concepts. 

Council understands the frustration bourn by the community and is committed to the delivery of a skate park in the near future.  

Council will provide further updates as the strategy progresses - including opportunities for community comment and input.