The Allan Labor Government has delivered a new outdoor performance area and new park facilities at Cockatoo's Alma Treloar Reserve.
Minister for Development Victoria and Precincts Harriet Shing today announced the completion of the Alma Treloar Masterplan Implementation Stage 2 project, which is backed by a $180,000 Labor Government investment, with support from Cardinia Shire Council and a grant from the Albanese Labor Government.
Improvements include a new amphitheatre with a stage featuring a shade sail canopy, two barbecues, picnic settings and shelters, additional seating in and around the playground area and additional trees.
The upgrades will support the community by providing access to a better open space where people can meet, learn, play and be active.
With more families moving into the area, these new and improved facilities will capitalise on the central location within Cockatoo township and surrounding rural towns - while ensuring the reserve is accessible to a range of different users.
The project was delivered through the Labor Government's Growing Suburbs Fund which provides grants to Councils for important local infrastructure in Melbourne's fastest-growing suburbs, ensuring they remain great places to live, work and play.
In Cardinia Shire Council, the Government has funded 23 projects through the Growing Suburbs Fund since 2015, delivering more than $36 million in upgrades.
Since 2015, the Growing Suburbs Fund has supported 360 projects including $36 million in upgrades across the Cardinia Shire Council and has created more than 11,300 jobs.
For more information about the Growing Suburbs Fund please go to suburbandevelopment.vic.gov.au/grants/growing-suburbs-fund.
As stated by Minister for Development Victoria and Precincts Harriet Shing
"These wonderful upgrades are another example of how we're supporting Melbourne's suburbs to thrive."
"Our fastest-growing areas need extra support, which is why we're making sure grants are going to where they'll make the most impact and be of most community benefit."
As stated by Member for Monbulk Daniela De Martino
"We're excited to officially open the new and improved facilities at Alma Treloar Reserve, which will bring the people of Cockatoo together and benefit them for years to come."
