đź“… May 2025
âś… Drainage infrastructure is nearly complete, including subsoil drainage around the playground areas to improve long-term usability.
âś… Playground equipment installation is well underway, with most structures now in place. The contractor is currently preparing and installing the rubberised softfall surface, with mulch to follow shortly.
⚠️ Additional equipment delay: New playground items that were ordered to replace equipment originally planned for reuse are expected to arrive in approximately 7 weeks. As a result, the shaded section of the playground will remain closed and fenced off until mid-July. We appreciate your understanding, as this delay is outside the contractor’s control.
âś… Accessibility improvements: Concrete pads and path connections for the new accessible picnic seating have been completed; installation of the new furniture is scheduled for the coming week.
We thank everyone for extending patience and support as we work to deliver a fun, safe, and inclusive space for everyone to enjoy.
Hoddinott Reserve playground in East Bairnsdale has been upgraded — and it’s looking better than ever
This once-tired reserve has been transformed into a vibrant, welcoming space for families and kids to enjoy.
With contemporary and interactive play equipment, new seating, and fresh landscaping, the reserve is now a hub for fun, relaxation, and community connection.