What we asked

We asked our community what you thought of the draft Reserve Concept Plan for Jack Watkins Reserve including, what your favourite elements were and if there was anything missing.

How we asked

What we heard

We received 11 survey responses and 2 questions from community members.

When asked ''What do you think about the Jack Watkins Reserve Concept Design?'' respondents answered:

Below are the key themes that came out through engagement responses.

Favourite elements:

  • Multiple play areas for different ages and interests
  • Courts (multiuse and half court)
  • Mix of opportunities and uses across the space
  • Beautification of reserve
  • Bike track
  • Community / event space / BBQs
  • Outdoor exercise equipment

Anything missing:

  • Dog park: shelter/s, agility equipment, larger spaces, more spaces
  • More / improved toilets
  • Walking tracks / upgraded pathways / lighting
  • Upgrades not spanning the entire reserve
  • Dislike for signs/artworks/sculptures
  • Fencing around at least one play area
  • Shade over advanced playground
  • More drink fountains
  • More carparks
  • Disability access
  • Water play

Next steps

Thank you very much for your feedback. We will now use these findings to work with our design contractor to finalise the concept design for the reserve upgrades.