Update on proposal for upgrading Wilson Recreation Reserve

Brighton Grammar School (BGS) have withdrawn the proposal to redevelop Wilson Recreation Reserve in Brighton and is no longer seeking a nine-year licence with Council.

BGS is seeking to continue with existing reserve usage arrangements that are made in line with all Bayside schools when booking the use of Council open space.

Through public consultation we heard from nearly 240 community members including local residents, schools, members of sporting clubs and Bayley House.

Feedback highlighted that the park is an important open space asset that is valued for its shared community use and the value it provides in supporting healthy and active sports participation and informal recreation opportunities.

Council also received strong support for upgrading the playing surface and investigating other opportunities to improve the amenities located at the reserve.

Council will now explore additional park improvements such as: improvement and better maintenance to the playing surface, addition of seating, drinking fountain, BBQ and an accessible connection to Bayley House as part of the preparation of future Council budgets. A new public toilet facility will be accessible to regular school users as part of the redevelopment of the Brighton Recreation Centre.

As well as this, a community connection event will be planned with key stakeholders to plant an indigenous tree and understorey planting.

Brighton Cricket Club will continue its use of Wilson Recreation Reserve through the summer sportsground allocation process. Local schools are encouraged to enquire about booking the reserve for the purposes of school sport.

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