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August 2013Fairbairn Park Master Plan

Fairbairn Park master plan 2013


introductionFairbairn Park is located within the suburb of Ascot Vale and is bounded by the Maribyrnong River, Woods, Newsom and Stanford Streets.

At 25.7 hectares it is the major open space reserve in Ascot Vale. Fairbairn Park has different features within it catering to both informal recreational use and organised sporting use.

The park contains pavilions and club rooms, shared paths, sports ovals, playgrounds, picnic facilities, plantings and the Riverside Golf and Tennis Centre. For the purpose of this Master Plan, only the interface including parking, between Riverside Golf and Tennis Centre and Fairbairn Park has been investigated. A more detailed facility Master Plan for this precinct will be undertaken in the future.

Council’s Open Space Strategy identifi es Fairbairn Park as a Regional Park which means it is designated for neighbourhood use but has broader regional catchment signifi cance. The primary character of the park is classifi ed as ‘Sporting’ and the secondary character classifi cation are ‘Waterway, Nature and Conservation.’

Photograph taken from Woods Hill looking North c1911 - the photo would have been taken from the area above the current Canoe Club and the parks in background are Maribyrnong Park and Aberfeldie Park beyond.

Ascot Vale (western section) from the Open Space Strategy 2009.


historical context

1906 – The largest fl ood on record in the Maribyrnong River occurred 8-9 September 2906.

1/1910 – Essendon City Council proposed to erect shelter sheds along Saltwater River for use of bathers on land leased by Mr. Fairbairn.

1913 – Saltwater River renamed Maribyrnong River

1928 - “Essendon Council accepted an offer of 61 acres on Fairbairn’s Estate, adjacent to the Maribyrnong River.”

1932 – Essendon Council granted land for “The Dons Swimming and Life Saving Club”.

1938 – “The Essendon Hockey club based at Fairbairn Park was the largest in Victoria

18/3/1942 – “At a meeting held in the Moonee Ponds Town Hall it was decided that owing to food shortages, part of Fairbairn Park was to be made available for growing vegetables.

1942 - Victory Garden was located on an allotment of 60 acres – it was controlled by the City of Essendon, with a paid supervisor, all labor was voluntary and proceeds when to the Australian Comforts Fund. Schools were encouraged to become involved and take responsibility for the planting and maintain a half acre block.

19/10/1942 – “The Council accepted a tender of 80 pounds from Mr R. Bullen for sheep grazing rights in Fairbairn Park, Maribyrnong Park and Holmes Road Reserve.”

8/3/1943 – “Cr. H Gibbs, Chairman of the Vegetable Growing Committee, reported that the garden at Fairbairn Park had produced 2000 cabbages, 7 tons of potatoes, 7 tons of onions, 3000 dozen carrots, 3000 dozen beetroot and varying quantities of tomatoes, pumpkins, lettuces, and cucumbers. Volunteers were planting out 100,000 cabbage plants.

16/10/1944 – “Because the need for growing vegetables had passed the Victory Vegetable Garden project at Fairbairn Park was closed. The Committee decided to place the land in the hands of the curator.”

9/9/1946 – “Mr. F Williams of Ascot Vale, in a letter to Council on behalf of the ratepayers advocated the development of Fairbairn Park as a sports and recreation area incorporating football grounds, cricket facilities and a golf course. The Council was in the process of preparing development plans for this park”

9/1946 – “The Essendon Council put down 10 gravel pitches in Fairbairn Park.

5/1948 – Mr. J. Williams addressed members of the Essendon River League in an endeavor to secure the support of its members in improving amenities at Fairbairn Park.”

The Maribyrnong River valley has been home for the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation for up to 40,000 years. Human remains dated at least 15,000 years old have been found along the river, with much older signs of human habitation also present. The fi rst Europeans to explore along the river were Charles Grimes (1803) and John Batman. With the development of Melbourne, areas such as Fairbairn Park were used for sheep grazing. The timeline below gives a historical overview of the site post European settlement. This chronological history is from The Annals of Essendon by R.W. Chalmers.

25/3/1950 – “a Scout Hall was offi cially opened in Fairbairn Park for the 5th Essendon Troup on land granted by Essendon City Council”

3/1953 – “The Essendon Hockey Club was allocated the use of a new ground at Fairbairn Park for the 1952 season and had use of a new pavilion.”

23/3/1955 – “A new pavilion at Fairbairn Park was completed it featured six showers.

1956 – The 15th Essendon Sea Scouts group was formed by Senior Scouts of the 5th Essendon Group who wished to participate more in water activities – they were offi cially registered in 1956. The Sea Scouts initially met in a Nissen hut in Fairbairn Park until a larger hall could be built in 1973.

6/7/1956 – “Seven sporting and public bodies decided to protest strongly against plans by the Essendon Council to lease Fairbairn Park to the Essendon Football Club for a period of 21 years.”

17/11/1956 – “The Essendon Hockey Club’s ground at Fairbairn Park was selected as a Practice Ground for Olympics Games teams to play practice matches prior to the opening of the games. The Essendon Hockey Team was drawn to play Afghanistan and Footscray to the play USA in exhibition matches”

19/4/1958 – The Essendon District Football League Silver Jubilee Season was opened at the Crockford Pavilion in Fairbairn Park.

23/8/1958 – The Junior Grand Final of the Essendon District Football League was transferred from the Essendon Football Ground to Fairbairn Park, there were 600 spectators.

21/8/1963 – “The Essendon named the new baseball Clubrooms at Fairbairn Park the L.T. Smith Pavilion

1973 – A larger hall was built for the 15th Essendon Sea Scouts.

1974 – The second largest fl ood on record occurred on 15-16 May 1974. Approximately 385 hectares of urbanized and industrial lands were inundated.

4/9/1988 – The new Essendon Golf Club Driving range was opened to the public

10/1993 – “The Essendon Council was forced to ask Melbourne Water to examine the costs of building the Arundel retarding basin on the Maribyrnong River in the aftermath of the worst fl ooding in the area since 1974. Following heavy rains fl oodwater reached the building line in Woods Street and inundated most of Fairbairn Park and parts of the Riverside Golf Course”.

References:

R.W. Chalmers. “The Annals of Essendon Volume 2 (1925-1962)” 1998 Essendon Historical Society Inc.


planning overlays

Design Development OverlayProtects areas along the Maribyrnong from visual intrusion, caused by inappropriate siting or appearance of buildings and works. It is also to protect the skyline when viewed from the river and its banks.Exemptions are if the building is less than 6 metres high.

Heritage OverlayFairbairn Park is not included in the Heritage Overlay. Pipemakers Park and Maribyrnong Park are included due to signifi cant heritage items located on site.

Integrated Plan Overlay To coordinate development along the River, to preserve natural beauty and to improve facilities on the river (the banks and environment) to enable full enjoyment by the public. Exemptions include fl ood protection and

drainage works.

Land Subject to Inundation OverlayThis overlay identifi es land which is subject to 1 in 100 year fl ood. This overlay ensures that developments allow for the free passage of water and does not hinder fl ood levels or fl ow velocity.


existing conditions and opportunitiesVegetation The existing vegetation on site is predominately native species. Native trees range from Eucalypts, Casuarina and Acacia species. Exotic species include palms, oak trees, poplar and other tree species. There are some groundcover species through the site such as Lomandra and Poa species.

OpportunitiesThere is an opportunity to strengthen the plantings throughout the park to defi ne spaces, provide more shade for users and habitat for local fauna.

Topography and DrainageThe majority of the park is subject to inundation during very high rainfall events (1 in 100 year fl ood). During these events the Maribyrnong River will rise and spread across the entire site.Aside from a steep slope from the northern section of the park up to Woods Street, the site is largely fl at with a slight grade towards the river. There are also steep grassed batters along the edge of the river. The park has a drainage channel to the south which is tidal and receives storm water from upper residential catchments.

ConstraintsThe low lying and fl ood prone nature of the site means any major works on the site are subject to approval by Melbourne Water.The steep slope in the north of the park that leads up to Woods Street has current access and erosion issues. There is a need to have park access in this location hence path upgrades will be required to allow

for all ability access.


existing conditions and opportunitiesAccess and EntrancesThere is existing vehicular site access from Woods Street, and car park access from Newsom and Stanford Streets. A shared trail bounds the site to the west along the river. This shared path is not continuous due to sections of private land that extends to the river both to the north and south of Fairbairn Park.Within the site there is a footpath that runs from the existing central car park to the river. Informal entrances exist along Woods and Newsom Streets and a footbridge that extends over the Maribyrnong River links Fairbairn Park to Pipemakers Park.

OpportunitiesThere is an opportunity to strengthen the pedestrian entrances to the park to make them more prominent and to provide wayfi nding signage at these points for visitors to the park.

The car parks, access roads and entrances require redesign to allow access for school buses. There is an opportunity to strengthen the vehicular entrances.

ViewsThe site offers great views across the park due to its open and fl at nature. There are views from residential houses across the park to the river and beyond from elevated positions.

OpportunitiesThere is an opportunity to frame the views across the park and to the river through areas of vegetation whilst also maintaining the open nature of the park.

Pedestrian Vehicular


existing conditions and opportunitiesDog off-leashFairbairn Park is designated as a dog off-leash park by Moonee Valley City Council’s local laws. Dogs are to be kept on a leash within 15m of a playspace and the shared path along the river. The local law states that dogs are to be kept under effective control at all times. Currently there are signs indicating these rules in the park. There are a number of amenities for dogs such as drinking bowls attached to drinking fountains, dog waste bag dispensers and bins.

OpportunitiesFairbairn Park is a popular for dog walkers and this should be continued. There is an opportunity for additional amenities such as dog waste bag dispensers and wayfi nding signage which will assist with navigation and local law requirements for dog owners.

PlayspacesThe site includes two playspaces. The northern Playspace is developed as a major playspace catering to people from outside the municipality and provides play for all ages. The southern Playspace is classifi ed as a minor playspace which provides play for local residents within 500m of the park. It provides play for junior and intermediate age groups.

OpportunitiesThere is an opportunity to provide more creative and cognitive play opportunities in the southern Playspace. This is recommended in the Moonee Valley City Council Playspace Plan. The northern playspace already provides good play provision and this should be maintained to continue to provide good play opportunities for the community.


existing conditions and opportunitiesPavilions and ClubsWithin Fairbairn Park there are three pavilions that are home to sporting clubs catering to soccer and cricket: In the northern section of the park along the river there are a cluster of buildings that are home to the:- Essendon Canoe Club- Norm Anderson Scouting Centre- The Essendon Sea Scouts

OpportunitiesCouncil owns and manages three of the Sports Pavilions located within Fairbairn Park. These pavilions are ageing and do not meet current community expectations. An opportunity exists to consolidate the North and Middle Pavilions when they are due for replacement. The new location proposed would provide better access from the reconfi gured car park and reduce the number of individual buildings within the park.

Public ToiletsThere are two public toilets in Fairbairn Park, in the north near the playspace and cluster of club buildings and one in the south near the playspace and southern pavilion.

OpportunitiesThere is an opportunity to provide additional public toilets more centrally within the park as part of pavilion upgrades. Existing toilets will continue to be near amenities such as picnic grounds and playspaces.


Car ParkingThe site has adequate parking with designated parking bays along Woods Street, the central car park and adjacent to the Canoe Club. There are also informal parking opportunities along the access path to the Canoe Club and in the car park adjacent to the Riverside Golf and Tennis Centre which can be used by park users.

OpportunitiesThere is an opportunity to improve the car parking through effi ciencies through design and resurfacing, in particular along the access road to the Canoe Club area. The central car park is not an effi cient use of space and it would be better to improve car parking along Woods Street. The car parking in the Riverside Golf and Tennis Centre site provides adequate car parking opportunities, however requires pathway linkages to enable better access to visitors of the park.

Jetties and Launch AreasFairbairn Park has two designated canoe/kayak launch areas at the northern end of the park near the Canoe Club. These are used by the clubs but can also be accessed by the general public. There is also a fi shing platform that is on the banks of the Maribyrnong River at the southern end of the park, where the Newsom Street Bridge crosses the river.

OpportunitiesThe fi shing platform at the southern end of the site is in poor condition and requires upgrading, which would be done in conjunction with Parks Victoria. This upgrade could also include a small access points for dogs.

existing conditions and opportunities


existing conditions and opportunitiesPedestrian Circulation and Confl ict PointsFairbairn Park has particular site constraints relating to pedestrian access. There is an existing network of paths including part of the Maribyrnong River shared path which starts at the Canoe Club and follows the river to the Golf Course. This path is not continuous along the river to the north and south due to private properties extending down to the river. A secondary gravel path that also follows this route provides an alternative for recreational walkers. Currently there is no complete circuit for pedestrian or cyclists. Confl ict points exist between pedestrians and cars in the area between the mini golf/tennis courts and the entrance to the Newsom Street car park.

OpportunitiesThe park would benefi t from a series of circuit loops throughout the park. These could be in various lengths to provide recreational opportunities for all residents. Also an opportunity to improve the surface of the existing pathways and provide more seating locations along the pathway circuit. There is an opportunity to create a continuous Maribyrnong River shared path by acquiring land along the river that is currently privately owned.

Overhead High Voltage Power Lines High voltage overhead power lines run along the western edge. The section of land beneath the power lines is restricted and no building or tree planting can be undertaken in this area.

OpportunitiesThere are restrictions on planting directly beneath the powerlines but there are opportunities to further screen the towers at ground level through dense plantings.


existing conditions and opportunitiesPicnic Facilities, Shelters and SeatingWithin Fairbairn Park there are three defi ned areas that have picnic facilities, mainly to cater for playspace areas:- Southern playspace contains a rotunda, picnic tables and public toilet. - Northern playspace contains a barbeque, picnic tables and public toilet.- Newsom Street Bridge area contains a rotunda and picnic tables.

OpportunitiesThere is an opportunity to provide additional picnic facilities in the southern end of the park alongside the river at the end of Newsom Street Bridge. This could be done in conjunction with an upgrade of the fi shing platform and relate better to the river environment. There is also opportunity to provide seating around ovals and the pathway network to provide for the various visitors to the park.

Signage and Wayfi ndingThere are number of signs in Fairbairn Park, including a location map at the Woods Street entrance, an interpretive sign that explains some of the post European history of the park and there are number of regulatory signs through the park relating to the local laws issues such as dogs, the playing of golf and smoking.

OpportunitiesGiven the size of the park and the variety of uses, there is an opportunity to provide more wayfi nding in the park, particularly along the shared path.There is an opportunity to provide interpretative signage throughout the park that relates to the pre and post European history of the site. Wayfi nding signage could also direct people to sites near Fairbairn Park such as Pipemakers Park on the western side of the river.There is an opportunity to improve the location of some of the regulatory signage and to place these on lower totems that are easier to read.


community consultationInformation GatheringAs part of the development of the Fairbairn Park Master Plan 2013 the local community were invited to two community information sessions held in the in the park by Moonee Valley City Council on Sunday 21 April and Saturday 27 July 2013.

At these sessions local residents were invited to talk about their ideas for the park, to review the draft master plan and express any concerns they had about the park in its current state and in the future. For those residents who couldn’t attend these sessions copies of the draft master plan, a feedback form and reply paid envelope was provided and also sent to all local residents as part of their invitation to the information sessions. Residents could send in or call in with their feedback throughout the entire month of April.

fairbairn park master plan review april 2013

notional new community sports pavilion location

Riverside Golf & Tennis Precinct

completedworks at car park

status of the existing fairbairn park master plan

Riverside Golf & Tennis Precinct

Fencing & signage, Newsom street path, landscaping works & new rotunda

To help us review the master plan, we would like the community’s feedback and ideas about what you’d like for Fairbairn Park in the long term. This could be about anything you would like Council to consider for the park, including:• Paths• Plantings• Park information and way fi nding• Car parking• Facilities for winter and summer sports• Dog walking• Play spaces• Accessibility

The community can provide their ideas for Fairbairn Park and feedback on the pavilion idea by Friday, 26 April in the following ways:

• Attend an open session on Sunday, 21 April from 10am to 12 noon at South Pavilion, corner of Woods and Newsom Streets, Ascot Vale (Melway ref: 28 D9).• By email to [email protected]• By post to Leisure and Open Space Planning, Moonee Valley City Council, PO Box 126, Moonee Ponds 3039.

For more information visit mvcc.vic.gov.au/fairbairnpark.

moving forwards

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Council will be seeking ideas and feedback from community between 2 and 26 April in order to update the Fairbairn Park

Master Plan, which guides the long-term future development of the park.

The existing master plan, developed with strong community input in 2010 following the proposed relocation of Essendon

Cricket Club from Windy Hill to Fairbairn Park, needs to be updated to refl ect the subsequent decision by the cricket club

to remain at Windy Hill.

With the help of a community master plan implementation reference group, Council has made some signifi cant

improvements to Fairbairn Park in the last three years, completing many of the existing master plan actions. These

include signifi cant improvement works around Newsom Street Bridge, new fencing, new seats and signage, pathway

upgrades and tree and vegetation planting.

works to date

In the current master plan a proposed community sports pavilion, which had been earmarked for Essendon Cricket Club, is shown along Woods Street. As part of the review process, Council is investigating relocating this to the centre of the park to replace the existing north and central pavilions.

Council’s proposal is similar to the current master plan which includes an extended central pavilion to replace the existing north and central pavilions.Moving the proposed community sports pavilion to the centre of park, rather than extending the central pavilion, could enable us to build a brand new, multi-purpose pavilion for sport and community use in a position away from residential homes.

This is what Council would like to put forward but we’d like the community’s views on a proposed pavilion location which will be made available for feedback as one part of the master plan review.

have your say

Seating and tree planting at car park

Resurfaced riverside pathway

resurfacedpathway

completedrotunda,path and landscaping

Feedback The feedback received was reviewed and the following changes were made and incorporated into the master plan as outlined below.

Northern Playspace:Based on the feedback the master plan was updated to show a natural planting barrier between the playspace and the Maribyrnong River.

Southern Playspace:Based on the feedback a basketball hoop has been included in this location for older children.

Entrances to car park:Based on the feedback the entrance to the Riverside Golf and Tennis Centre car park will be increased in width to allow for bus access.

Park amenities:Based on the feedback there will be more seating along the edge of the river.

Interpretive signage:Based on the feedback there will be some interpretive signage about the history of the park.

May 2013Draft Fairbairn Park Master PlanAugust 2013 1:1000@A1Fairbairn Park Master Plan

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Maribyrnong River FrontageEnhance river frontage through planting riparian area. Maintain existing palms and succession plant with native trees species. Provide further opportunity for recreational activities, including provision of exercise equipment, additional seating, and maintain lighting to improve visibility along the shared path.

River edge precinctPublic access and use of the river front and surrounding parkland to be improved with pathways and landscaping, including boat launching and storage areas. Consolidate parking areas and traffi c control measures to reduce confl ict points.

Northern playspace and picnic precinctMaintain existing play opportunities with natural buffering to river frontage through additional planting and landscape works.

Pedestrian and cycle linksProvide pedestrian and cycle linkages with the surrounding neighbourhood

Internal pathway networkProvide internal pathway network with tree planting, wayfi nding and interpretive signage, additional seating and amenities such as drinking fountains and bins

Carparking Consolidate and formalise carparking areas.

Entrances to CarparksProvide generous entrances to allow for bus movements

Wood Street parking areasImprove existing carparking areas with linemarking and additional tree planting. Provide pathway along the carpark to provide safe access for pedestrians

Embankment planting and pathwayPlant existing steep embankment to prevent erosion.

Pedestrian Access from Woods StreetImprove access from Woods Street into Fairbairn Park through pathways and crossings.

Proposed community and sports pavilionReplace existing north and middle pavilion and consolidate into one central pavilion. This will facilitate 2 winter and 2 summer clubs and also be available for community group use.

Southern pavilionReview future use of southern pavilion

Improved sports fi eldsProvision of 8 cricket and 6 soccer fi elds with improved run ups, surface, irrigation, and sportsfi eld lighting where required.

Cricket NetsProvision of 6 cricket nets

Additional seatingProvide additional seating and picnic furniture

Southern PlayspaceFurther improve this playspace and consolidate interface with existing pavilion and rotunda. Provide more creative and cognitive play opportunities. Provide a basketball hoop for youth

Riverside Golf and Tennis CentreImprove the golf driving range with stronger defi nition of the boundary through planting. Possible new synthetic multi use courts for tennis, netball and basketball. These courts could be covered and illuminated. Continue to monitor the mix of facilities provided to ensure they meet the needs of the community.

Newsom Street Bridge precinctProvide additional furniture to existing rotunda area. Improve existing jetty and investigate boat mooring and canoe landing on a fl oating jetty. Include provision for fi shing and a dog access ramp.

Interface with Riverside Golf and Tennis CentreImprove interface with Riverside Golf and Tennis Centre precinct through upgrades to planting and fencing as required.

Riverside Golf and Tennis Centre Car Park EntranceRelocate entrance to Centre from Stanford Street to reduce confl ict points between pedestrian and cars.

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Maribyrnong River

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Existing Tree Planting

Proposed Avenue Planting

Existing Palm Tree Planting

Proposed Informal Tree Planting

Existing native vegetation cluster

Proposed native vegetation cluster (shrubs and understorey plants)

Play space

Proposed asphalt car parking area with painted line markings

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Legend Notes

Fitness StationsProvide 3 No. ‘Fitness Station’ outdoor exercise installations along the Maribyrnong River pedestrian paths

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master plan - vegetationVegetationFour different planting zones have been identifi ed within the park to provide structure and increase ecological value of the precinct. The planting palette is species native to Victoria; some are indigenous to the local area. These plantings will provide shade, visual interest, wind protection and habitat.

Embankment Zone Car Park Zone

Car Park Zone

Embankment Zone

Revegetation Zone

River Edge Zone

River Edge Zone

Revegetation ZoneAcacia acinaceaAcacia implexaAcacia paradoxaAcaena novae-zelandiaeAllocasuarina verticillataAtriplex semibaccataBanksia marginataBursaria spinosaCallistemon sieberiCassinia arcuataCorymbia maculataChrysocephalum semipaposaCorrea glabraPelagonium australeRhagodia candolleanaEucalyptus leucoxylonThemeda triandra

Allocasuarina verticillataAtriplex semibaccata Callitris glaucophylla

Cassinia arcuataChrysocephalum semipaposaCorrea glabraDodonea viscosaGrevillea rosemarifoliumRhagodia candolleanaSenna artemisiodes

Corymbia maculata

Atriplex semibaccataAustrostipa stipoides Gahnia fi lumJuncus kraussiMuhlenbeckia spSueda sp.

Clematis microphyllaCullen tenaxDianella longifoliaDianella admixtaDodonea viscosaEinadia nutansEnchylaena tomentosaEremophila desertiiGoodenia ovataGrevillea rosemarifoliumHakea sericeaHardenbergia violaceaeLinum marginaleLomandra fi liformis spp fi lifor-misLomandra longifoliaMyoporum insulare

Avenue Planting

Avenue PlantingEucalyptus leucoxylon


master plan - access and circulation Bus MovementThe car park entrances have been enlarged to allow better movement for buses delivering groups to the site. The buses will now enter at the most southern entrance on Woods Street and exit at the central entrance to the north.

Canoe Club PrecinctThe movement around the Scout and Canoe buildings has been improved by realigning car parks and providing line marking and traffi c islands to direct traffi c fl ow and consolidate parking bays.

Pedestrian CirculationThe proposed path network has been connected and improved to offer better access, defi ne sports fi elds and amenity through sealing and tree planting along paths.

The circuits will provide a variety of options for distances, which could be marked for joggers and walkers.

These include a pathway beside the golf driving range and along the Woods Street car park. There will also be a pathway that runs from the new pavilion location to the south which will provide access to the various ovals. These paths will link a series of seating areas.

Riverside Golf and Tennis Centre Car Park EntranceThe entrance to the car park at Riverside Golf and Tennis Centre has been moved to Stanford Street. This will reduce confl ict between pedestrians and cars within the site.

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master plan - facilities Central Sports and Community PavilionThe master plan proposes when upgrading existing facilities, to remove the North and Central pavilions and replace with one new pavilion. This will provide a joint use facility for existing sports clubs and the community. The existing pavilion locations would be returned to parkland. The Fairbairn Park Master Plan is responsible for identifying and recommending preferred locations for community facilities. The location has been chosen away from the residential area and for increased access and visibility to the surrounding sports fi elds .

Southern PavilionNo change has been recommended to the southern pavilion.

Artist impression of proposed Sport and Community Pavilion

Documents

Fairbairn Park Master Plan Document - mvcc.vic.gov.au/media/Files/Urban Design/Fairbairn Park... · Fairbairn Park Master Plan August 2013 introduction Fairbairn Park is located within