Tyrrell Crescent upgrades to commence
Tyrrell Crescent works are due to commence in October. Works are expect to take 4-6 weeks. The road access will not be effected, however, parking will be reduced in the street during this period. Works will include;
- Reconstructed kerbs and parallel parking
- Drainage to collect surface water to tree pits in the street
- High-flow water to divert to soaker trenches in the park to assist with tree establishment
- A new shared path along the park side of the street
Tyrrell Crescent existing condition
The current edge of Charles Mutton Reserve along Tyrrell Crescent is a poor interface with no footpath or cycling lanes and no tree planting. The plan aims to formalise the parking bays and provide a separated shared path for pedestrians and cyclists. Tree planting will be provided and supported by water harvesting from the road surface which works to both remove pollution and increase tree growth.
Recent improvements to the park
How great does Charles Mutton Reserve look! The Fawkner reserve has recently has a series of upgrades.
- A new mural: Thank-you to artists Abbey Rich and Olana Janfa for the piece which celebrates the diverse community of Fawkner.
- A brand new playground: We kept the popular clatter bridge in the play tower, but we’ve added exciting climbing obstacles. Come on down and test your ninja warrior skills.
- Shelters and picnic tables
The old stone retaining wall between the running track and the oval has been removed and replaced with new stairs, seating walls and garden beds.
Part of implementing a wider plan
We are making other minor improvements to the park, all of which relate to implementing the Charles Mutton Reserve Precinct Plan. This plan was created after consultation with the community in 2018.
Charles Mutton Precinct Plan works
