Geelong community members can help the region continue to grow by having a say on the condition of their parks and green spaces.
The first phase of the $30 million Pick My Park program was launched on August 1, allowing people to provide feedback on current and new parks across eligible suburbs, including Geelong.
Minister for Development Victoria and Precincts Harriet Shing said she encouraged people to pick their park and share their ideas.
“We know how important parks are for communities for connecting with their friends, neighbors and family, so we want to hear what matters to you,” she said.
“The Pick My Park program will target areas that are building more homes because as we continue to grow, we need to grow well, which includes delivering vibrant parks for our communities.”
Ms Shing said all community ideas were welcomed to create spaces and connect communities, including creating a new ‘pocket’ park in an urban space, improving a playground and making accessibility upgrades.
Winning projects selected for the program will receive grants from $20,000 to $250,000 for park upgrades focusing on improving and creating parks, open spaces and urban parks.
Funding from the program will also build on new and upgraded park investments made across the state, including Belmont Park’s dog park in Geelong.
Visit engage.vic.gov.au for more information and to complete a short survey.
