WORKS on the new play space at Ballam Park are complete, and work is forging ahead on the next upgrades. The latest batch of works at Ballam Park have come after the addition of water play and other recent upgrades to the play spaces. Work is also underway on an ornamental lake, lighting, public art, seating, BBQ and shelter, landscaping, drinking fountain, and connecting pathways.
A sneak peek event was held at the reserve on 24 August. Frankston councillor Kris Bolam attended – he said the “people who came to the event were wowed by what’s being created and the fact that we are focused on environmental benefits as well as opportunities to enjoy the natural beauty of the park and lake.” “This will all complement the existing sport and recreation and play spaces in the park, such as the sports ovals, play spaces, athletic facilities, dog on and off-leash facilities, walking paths, outdoor exercise equipment, and of course the historic homestead.”
The new lake and facilities are expected to open in October. The proposed name of the new space is the “Liardet Pond and Ballam Lake”. The Ballam Park bio-retention system and lake project has cost nearly $2.5 million – $820,000 has been allocated from Frankston Council, $1.3 million from a state government loan, and $367,500 from Melbourne Water. The Ballam Park play space has cost $3 million, and has been paid for by Frankston Council using a loan from the state government. The Ballam Park Athletics Pavilion will cost $3.2 million – council has contributed $2.45 million and the state government has put in $750,000.
First published in the Frankston Times – 3 September 2024