Projects
We're delivering millions of dollars of investment across Victoria on projects that are helping to connect people with nature, protect the state's special landscapes, and support local communities and regional economies. This is important work in supporting nature's future.
From walking trails and campgrounds to piers, lookouts and animal-exclusion fences, these projects are helping to future-proof the state's parks, reserves and waterways for future generations to enjoy.
Find out more about specific projects currently in progress and completed, how we deliver projects, and project news and highlights below.
Latest project news
Deep Rock Pavilion gets a revamp
Sporting communities in Melbourne’s north can look forward to updated and more inclusive facilities at the Deep Rock sporting precinct, with draft designs developed for improvements at the pavilion in Yarra Bend Park.
Sleep under the stars at Point Nepean National Park
More people will soon have the chance to stay overnight at Point Nepean National Park, with works to expand the unique campground now underway.
Buchan Caves reopens for Easter
Buchan Munji (Buchan Caves Reserve) will re-open for the Easter holidays after joint managers Parks Victoria and Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation oversaw a major program of recovery works.
New tracks and trails to explore urban parks
Parks are like the lungs of a city. And they’re great for our own lungs too – places to get active in nature. Whether you’re into walking, running or cycling, we’re delivering track and trail projects in urban parks to help keep visitors and local communities moving.
New facilities and artwork for Tower Hill
Upgrades continue at the Tower Hill Wildlife Reserve this year, part of a $6.7 million investment to improve how visitors experience this special place.
A faster, safer journey along the Bay Trail
Pedestrians and cyclists can enjoy a better journey along the Bay Trail, with a new connection now open to provide a faster, safer and more direct path from Williamstown to Point Cook Coastal Park.
Contractors arrive at Buchan for flood assessments
Assessments of damaged caves, roads, bridges and buildings at Buchan Caves Reserve have commenced following flash flooding on Boxing Day.
Works start on stunning new coastal lookout
Works have started on a new lookout in the Port Campbell National Park that will bring visitors up close to the booming waters of the Southern Ocean.
Creating more opportunities for community sport
Did you know that in addition to walking trails, campgrounds, piers, lookouts and picnic areas, we’re upgrading sporting facilities in our parks too? We're delivering projects to build, upgrade and expand pavilions, create new sporting courts and fields, and provide modern and accessible facilities so that more people can get involved in community sport.
Recovery works underway at Buchan Caves Reserve
Initial recovery and clean-up works are underway at Buchan Caves Reserve following an extreme flooding event on Boxing Day.
Another big year of projects across Victorian parks, with plenty more to come in 2024
2023 has been another massive year for projects in parks across the state. From new campgrounds and picnic areas, to a stunning new garden with over 15,000 native plants to explore – learn more about some of the projects we've delivered this year.
Landscaping works complete at Yarra Bend Park Regional Netball Facility
Works to finalise the landscape surrounds at new netball courts in Yarra Bend Park are complete, with the facilities set to open to the public and local sporting clubs soon.
Final designs released for new trails at Jells Park
Communities in Melbourne’s east will soon enjoy more ways to exercise, socialise and get into nature, with designs released for two new shared-use trails planned for Jells Park.
Plans progressing for Corben Oval electrical upgrades
More people are set to enjoy exercise, sports and spending time outdoors at Corben Oval, with quotes being sought to deliver the next stage of works to restore power to the site.
Discover even more at Point Nepean National Park
A campground extension, new ‘story-telling’ interpretation project, and planning for fort conservation works are underway at Point Nepean National Park, offering even more ways to discover this special place.
Works start on the spectacular new Plenty River Trail
Fitness enthusiasts, nature lovers and locals in Melbourne’s north will soon enjoy more ways to get into nature at Plenty Gorge Park, with works to build the new Plenty River Trail starting this month.
New lookouts on the way for Port Campbell National Park
Victoria’s celebrated south-west coastline will soon receive a new visitor attraction, with Simpson Construction Company appointed to create new lookout at the Loch Ard Gorge precinct, on Kirrae Wurrung country.
Cultural centrepiece coming to Tower Hill
A striking symbol of Eastern Maar culture is coming to Tower Hill (Koroitj), with an artistic feature representing an eel trap to be installed within the visitor centre.
New boat ramp and jetty a win for all
Fans of boating and fishing in Geelong and Melbourne’s west can now enjoy a new user-friendly boat ramp and jetty to access Port Phillip and Corio bays for a day on the water.
Enjoy tall forests at new campground east of Melbourne
Opportunities for camping in Victoria continue to grow, with Bunyip State Park the latest spot to receive an upgrade through the Victoria’s Great Outdoors program.
More inclusive facilities on the way for Deep Rock Pavilion
Modern, accessible and female-friendly facilities are on the way to the Deep Rock Sporting Precinct in Yarra Bend Park, providing women and girls in Melbourne’s north with more opportunities to get involved in community sport.
New plan for much loved Burwood park
A new plan has been released for Wattle Park, setting a long-term vision that will help preserve this beautiful bushland for future generations to enjoy.
Plenty River Trail works starting soon
Nature lovers in Melbourne’s north are another step closer to enjoying more ways to experience Plenty Gorge Regional Park, with a contractor appointed to build the first two sections of the new Plenty River Trail.
More ways to get into nature at Point Cook
Communities by the bay in Melbourne’s west can enjoy improved accessibility and a better visitor experience at Point Cook Coastal Park, with new and improved facilities open just in time for summer.
Partnership to deliver sensory garden at Serendip Sanctuary
An all-abilities sensory garden will be created at Serendip Sanctuary following a sponsorship by CDC Victoria, CMV Truck & Bus, and Volvo Bus Australia.
Plan released for new Melbourne park
A plan has been released to turn former freeway reserve in Melbourne's east into a new 35-hectare park.
Accommodation boost for busy Wilsons Prom
In-demand Wilsons Promontory National Park is set to benefit from new accommodation, with UWOOD Projects appointed to design and build some new cabins at Tidal River.
Six parks to take the kids to these school holidays
Looking to get into nature with the kids during the school holidays? From all-abilities playscapes to accessible toilets and picnic areas, we've rounded up some of our favourite urban parks to visit with your loved ones this spring.
Shape the future of Dandenong Police Paddocks Reserve
Parks Victoria has started work on a master plan that will rejuvenate the historic Dandenong Police Paddocks Reserve - and we're seeking your feedback!
Historic Lightstations, Forts and Mansion to get a new lease on life
Plans to ensure the future of some of Victoria’s most significant heritage sites are underway.
New coastal trail will offer stunning views
If you love walking and spectacular coastal views, there’s a new trail coming that you’ll want to put on your holiday to-do list. An iconic trail is being created in one of the state’s newest parks - Yallock-Bulluk Marine and Coastal Park - which stretches between San Remo and Inverloch on Bunurong Country.
Keeping our Parks Safe
Communities can continue to safely explore and connect with nature thanks to the Asset Regeneration Program, which will remove, repair or replace more than 100 pieces of infrastructure across our parks.
Gipps Street elevated path
Get ready, Main Yarra Trail users. Construction has begun on a new elevated path to replace the steep steps at Gipps Street on this iconic urban trail on Wurundjeri Country.
A new life for the Point Gellibrand seawall
Communities by the bay in Melbourne’s west can enjoy the much-loved promenade at Point Gellibrand Coastal Heritage Park for years to come, with works to repair the bluestone seawall now complete.
Chelsea Australian Garden at Olinda now open
The stunning Chelsea Australian Garden at Olinda is now open for nature lovers to enjoy. Visitors can wander the winding paths, listen to the frogs in the billabong, and explore over 400 different species of native Australian plants.
Draft designs released for the Warburton Redwoods
Visitors will soon enjoy improved accessibility and a better visitor experience at the Redwood Forest in Warburton, with upgrades planned to uplift facilities and manage visitor impacts to preserve the park’s unique environment.
Projects across Victoria
Parks Victoria is involved in a large number of capital projects across the state. Find a project by region or by searching the map below.
Exciting upgrades at Jells Park
From all-abilities playscapes, shared-use trails and new picnic facilities, a number of improvements are being made at Jells Park.
Buchan Caves Reserve flood recovery update
Initial recovery and clean-up works are underway at Buchan Caves Reserve following an extreme flooding event on Boxing Day.
A new all-abilities wonderland for Wattle Park
A new all-abilities playscape, walking and running track, and upgraded picnic area are now open.
Chelsea Australian Garden at Olinda now open
A new native Australian garden has been built at the Dandenong Ranges Botanic Garden on Wurundjeri Country.
How we deliver projects
From scoping and planning a project and collaborating with key stakeholders when forming a design, to procuring contractors and construction, the process involved in delivering capital projects can be complex.
Recently completed projects
Parks Victoria is responsible for delivering a variety of projects, from upgrades to playgrounds, park facilities and campgrounds, to major multi year projects like building new sporting facilities, piers and accommodation, establishing new parks, and creating new tracks and trails.
Find out about some of our recently completed projects.