Tag: Parks and Reserves

Popular park in Kingsley becomes waterwise

Barridale Park in Kingsley was recently redeveloped with waterwise design principles, new irrigation technology, hydrozoning and a smart meter funded by the Gnangara Waterwise Councils Grant Program as part of Kep Katitjin – Gabi Kaadadjan – Waterwise Perth action plan 2.

The City is committed to achieving its target under the Gnangara Groundwater Allocation Plan of reducing groundwater use by 10 % from 2028. Projects like Barridale Park’s waterwise redevelopment will help the City achieve its groundwater target.

Prior to the waterwise redevelopment project, Barridale Park had a high-water usage to support its active sporting grounds for both local cricket and junior AFL clubs. The popular park also contains playgrounds, exercise equipment, picnic areas, accessible and public toilets, disabled parking and dogs are permitted off lead. It is a park enjoyed by many, and it will continue to be enjoyed as the City reduces its water use in response to a changing climate.

Development of the waterwise landscape at Barridale Park included hydrozoning, which is the practice of grouping types of vegetation into categories with similar water requirements, with the purpose of reducing overwatering. As part of the work, the City has also installed a new automated bore meter reading system, which has been estimated to reduce groundwater consumption at Barridale Park by 21%. This will provide the City with extensive information to inform decision-making and promptly alert the City to any issues that may be contributing to overuse or loss of water.

This initiative complements the central smart control groundwater irrigation systems that have been installed in City public open spaces since 2020.

     

The City has installed new irrigation technology at Barridale Park for more efficient water usage

The City is committed to reducing groundwater use by 10% from 2028. The City has achieved continued endorsement as a Gold Waterwise Council and was awarded Platinum Waterwise Council of the year in 2022.

Projects like Barridale Park’s redevelopment incorporating the use of new waterwise technologies and principles will help the City’s ambition to reach its waterwise targets. By working together with State Government, we can achieve a waterwise future.

Visit our website if you want to help create a cool, green and waterwise future by learning about the City’s water management or implementing your own waterwise actions at home.

A Walk in the Park

The City of Joondalup maintains over 300 parks and reserves. Visiting one of them is a great way to get out and about, connect with nature, catch up with friends and family and keep active. Many are perfect for picnics and barbecues or to enjoy a relaxing walk with a friend. An interactive map listing the amenities at each park is available via the City’s website under Parks and Reserves.

Check out some popular favourites online. This is a handy tool to check for the availability of facilities such as seating areas, lighting and outdoor gyms to name a few.

A list of public toilets are available online.

Dogs on leads are permitted at most parks, check out restriction areas online. You can request dog waste bags online.

Nature Passport

The City of Joondalup Nature Passport activity booklet highlights nature playgrounds, green open spaces, wetlands and other nature-rich locations in the City of Joondalup. The Nature Passport is a fantastic tool to get active in your local area, support family time outdoors, promote social connection and inspire lifelong behaviours and attitudes towards natural areas.

You can also download the Nature Play app and enjoy exploring Joondalup and other locations of Western Australia including the Cities of Albany, Armadale, Belmont, Canning, Fremantle, Greater Geraldton, Gosnells, Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Karratha, Kwinana, Mandurah, Northam, Subiaco, Swan, Wanneroo and the Shires of Wyndham East Kimberley and York.

Nature Passports are available at all City of Joondalup Libraries and the Customer Service Centre, Boas Ave, Joondalup or by contacting the City’s Community Information Line on 9400 4705. Enjoy your adventures!

Barbecue facilities

You can find barbeque facilities at over thirty parks in the City of Joondalup. All barbecues are electric, free to use and are maintained and cleaned regularly.

Beach facilities

There is a range of beautiful beaches within the City, some of which are opposite parklands that have facilities such as barbeques, play equipment, toilets and adequate parking.

Bushland

Find some lovely bushland walks in parks near you and enjoy discovering our native plants and animals.

Ocean Reef Park – Construction of new toilet/changeroom facility

To access tenders please go to the City’s e-Procurement portal managed by Tenderlink

Tender Number 002/22
Tender name Ocean Reef Park – Construction of new toilet/changeroom facility
Advertisement Date 25 June 2022
Tender Closing Date and Time 20 July 2022, 2.00pm
Advertisement Notice 002/22
List of names of tenderers
  1. Hoskins Investments Pty Ltd as Trustee for M R Hoskins Family Trust (A E Hoskins & Sons)
  2. Construct360 Pty Ltd
  3. CP Projects Pty Ltd
  4. Hickey Constructions Pty Ltd
  5. LKS Constructions (WA) Pty Ltd
  6. Solution 4 Building Pty Ltd
Contract Type Fixed Price
Award By Council CJ158-09/22
Award Date 20 September 2022
Awarded To Hickey Constructions Pty Ltd
Price Consideration (ex GST) $934,437

 

Percy Doyle Youth Facilities Take Another Step Forward

The provision of youth recreation facilities at Duncraig’s Percy Doyle Reserve has taken an important step forward after the Joondalup Council endorsed the recommended scope of works and progressed the project to a concept design stage.

The proposal includes a skate park (with bowl), BMX facilities, a multipurpose court, nature play elements, climbing frames, barbecue and picnic areas, spectator spaces, CCTV and lighting.

The preferred site for the infrastructure is the old tennis courts site on Ron Chamberlain Drive.

The estimated capital cost of the project is between $4.3 and $5.7 million, and the scope of works is consistent with similar, contemporary play and skate spaces delivered by other local governments across Perth, including the City of Stirling’s Bina Parkland, Briggs Park in the Shire of Serpentine Jarrahdale, the City of Perth’s Wellington Square and Mills Park in the City of Gosnells.

The Council has agreed to list $200,000 for consideration in the City’s 2022/23 budget to fund the concept design.

Joondalup Mayor Albert Jacob said that many people will benefit from skate and BMX facilities for youth in the City’s southern suburbs.

“There are lots of young families in the Duncraig area, and more facilities for our youth is among the most important issues for local residents,” Mayor Jacob said.

“Percy Doyle Reserve provides the ideal location as the City’s premier sporting and recreation open space, and these facilities will help to fill a critical gap in skate facilities for young people in the southern suburbs, as identified in the City’s Outdoor Youth Recreation Strategy.

“Council’s decision will allow the City’s administration to develop a concept design, including conducting community consultation, and this will confirm the specific nature of facilities and the scope of works required at the site.

“The City will also explore the potential of grant funding to help contribute to capital costs of the project.”

Following the preparation of a concept and community consultation more detailed costings of the project will be undertaken.

The project will then be brought back to Council for a decision on whether to proceed and funding to be included in the five-year Capital Works Program.

Nature

Uptown Nature

Head Uptown to the City of Joondalup which is home to over 300 parks and reserves and has some spectacular parks which are great for catch ups, picnics and exercising. Some of the best parks in Perth are located on the coast giving you the chance to enjoy the City’s best parks and beaches.

Whitford Nodes Health and Wellbeing Hub, Hillarys (Hillarys Beach Park)
This park is a fitness fanatics dream. Park goers can record their time on Australia’s largest outdoor park warrior course, utilise the outdoor exercise equipment, complete the running tracks or climb the exercise staircase and be spoilt with beautiful views of the Indian Ocean at the top. Hillarys Beach is just over the dunes for those needing to cool down with a swim post workout.

Whitford Nodes is also a great place to enjoy a picnic while they kids play on the playground or wear themselves out running around on the grass. Toilet facilities and public parking are also available.

Tom Simpson Park, Mullaloo
A favourite picnic spot for the locals and a must visit for visitors to the region, Tom Simpson Park sits perfectly alongside Mullaloo Beach and is the perfect place to take in the stunning sunsets over the Indian Ocean. The park offers picnic shelters, BBQs, abundant grassed areas and two playgrounds – one designed for younger kids and the other for the big kid explorers.

Shepherds Bush Park and Reserve, Kingsley
This is one for the kids. With a playground and bike skills trail for the younger kids and a pump and jump track for the more experienced bike riders, Shepherds Bush Park and Reserve will keep the adrenaline running.

Shepherds Bush Reserve is also a top biodiversity spot for nature lovers to explore the unique flora and fauna of Western Australia. Wander the nature paths and see what you can discover.

Neil Hawkins Park, Joondalup
If you’re visiting the Joondalup City Centre and have some extra time on your hands, head to Neil Hawkins Park. Situated on the edge of Lake Joondalup within Yellagonga Regional Park, Neil Hawkins Park provides a shaded sanctuary away from the bustle of the City Centre. Relax by the jetty or the playground and take in the surrounds or for those who have planned a visit, use the park as the departure/return point for a bike ride around Lake Joondalup dual use path trail.

Accessing City Public Open Space

Should you require access to City public open space, you’ll need to complete the application form and email it through to the City or deliver it to a City of Joondalup Customer Service Centre.

The form must be completed and returned to the City at least 10 days prior to the required access date (a City officer will undertake a pre-start inspection and then contact you to advise if your application is approved or not).

A bond may be payable depending on the type of access required; the bond will be refunded in full providing there has been no damage to City infrastructure or vegetation.

The City has the absolute and unfettered discretion to accept or reject any request for access under its management responsibility and will be under to obligation to provide any reason for its determination. Any access to public open space without City approval is an offence under the City of Joondalup Local Government and Public Property Law 2014.

Further information including Terms and Conditions can be found in the Accessing City Public Open Space application form below.