Swifts Creek public recreation amenity

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We’re upgrading the community and visitor facilities in Swifts Creek to deliver a modern recreational space and unique feature for the township. What that looks like – a skate park or an upgraded playground and surrounds – is up to you!

Over the past 12 months, we’ve been working on the Swifts Creek Draft Public Realm Master Plan, with strong community involvement throughout the process. Engagement has included community workshops and a YourSay East Gippsland survey, ensuring local voices have shaped the vision.

During the workshops members of the community were asked to nominate ideas for future open space projects within Swifts Creek. The following projects were identified and with Fraser Design Consultants concepts were developed and feedback requested on these concepts.

  • Streetscape upgrade in town centre
  • Pedestrian link from town centre to Recreation Reserve
  • Upgrade playground and surrounds
  • Pocket Park with removal of the skate park

The current skate park has reached the end of its life and needs to be removed. This will necessitate Council either replacing the facility with a new skate park or developing a passive recreational space for the community and visitors to Swift Creek.

Community feedback

Feedback on the proposed removal of the existing skate facility to make way for a new pocket park was mixed. While some supported the idea of a welcoming, passive open space, others expressed concern about losing a valued recreational facility.

We listened.

In response, we’ve developed a third option:

  • A contemporary skate park, incorporating design elements from the pocket park concept.

What we need from you

We’re seeking your feedback on which amenity option you prefer for this site. Your input will guide us in progressing one of these options to the delivery stage.


HAVE YOUR SAY – we want to hear from you!
We welcome your feedback to help us identify the preferred option and guide the next steps in delivering one of the two proposals.

Our commitment to you: inform to consult – we’ll keep you in the loop and make sure your voice is heard. We’ll share updates, listen to your ideas and feedback, and use what you tell us to help shape the final design. And once decisions are made, we’ll let you know how your input made a difference.

We invite you to view the concept designs and share your considered thoughts.

📄 View the concept designs

Provide feedback via our survey online

🗓️ Feedback closes 12pm, 19 December 2025


Thank you for helping us plan safer, more accessible, and engaging amenities for everyone.


This project is funded by Emergency Recovery Victoria and East Gippsland Shire Council.

We welcome your continued interest in this initiative. Updates will be provided on YourSay in the tab below, when available. Please click 'Subscribe' at the top of the page to follow this project and to receive important information directly to your inbox. If you want to search for other projects near you, simply type the town name in the search bar.

Updates are provided in the 'News feed' tab below


We’re upgrading the community and visitor facilities in Swifts Creek to deliver a modern recreational space and unique feature for the township. What that looks like – a skate park or an upgraded playground and surrounds – is up to you!

Over the past 12 months, we’ve been working on the Swifts Creek Draft Public Realm Master Plan, with strong community involvement throughout the process. Engagement has included community workshops and a YourSay East Gippsland survey, ensuring local voices have shaped the vision.

During the workshops members of the community were asked to nominate ideas for future open space projects within Swifts Creek. The following projects were identified and with Fraser Design Consultants concepts were developed and feedback requested on these concepts.

  • Streetscape upgrade in town centre
  • Pedestrian link from town centre to Recreation Reserve
  • Upgrade playground and surrounds
  • Pocket Park with removal of the skate park

The current skate park has reached the end of its life and needs to be removed. This will necessitate Council either replacing the facility with a new skate park or developing a passive recreational space for the community and visitors to Swift Creek.

Community feedback

Feedback on the proposed removal of the existing skate facility to make way for a new pocket park was mixed. While some supported the idea of a welcoming, passive open space, others expressed concern about losing a valued recreational facility.

We listened.

In response, we’ve developed a third option:

  • A contemporary skate park, incorporating design elements from the pocket park concept.

What we need from you

We’re seeking your feedback on which amenity option you prefer for this site. Your input will guide us in progressing one of these options to the delivery stage.


HAVE YOUR SAY – we want to hear from you!
We welcome your feedback to help us identify the preferred option and guide the next steps in delivering one of the two proposals.

Our commitment to you: inform to consult – we’ll keep you in the loop and make sure your voice is heard. We’ll share updates, listen to your ideas and feedback, and use what you tell us to help shape the final design. And once decisions are made, we’ll let you know how your input made a difference.

We invite you to view the concept designs and share your considered thoughts.

📄 View the concept designs

Provide feedback via our survey online

🗓️ Feedback closes 12pm, 19 December 2025


Thank you for helping us plan safer, more accessible, and engaging amenities for everyone.


This project is funded by Emergency Recovery Victoria and East Gippsland Shire Council.

We welcome your continued interest in this initiative. Updates will be provided on YourSay in the tab below, when available. Please click 'Subscribe' at the top of the page to follow this project and to receive important information directly to your inbox. If you want to search for other projects near you, simply type the town name in the search bar.

  • Swifts Creek - public recreational amenity

    Have Your Say on Swifts Creek’s recreation space

    We’re upgrading local amenities to create a space that’s more accessible and enjoyable for everyone – residents and visitors alike – and we need your input. 

    These improvements will not only provide modern facilities for the community but also make Swifts Creek a more attractive destination for tourists, supporting local businesses and showcasing our town’s unique character. 

    The current skate park has reached the end of its life, and we need your help to decide what comes next:

    ✅ Replacement of the existing skate park with a new contemporary design
    ✅ Removal of the skate park and replace the existing playground at the riverside site with contemporary play equipment and surrounds


      Take the short survey and tell us which option you prefer.

      Feedback is open until Friday 19 December 2025

    We’re committed to making the most of this opportunity and creating a space that’s fun, safe, and welcoming for everyone. 

    COLLECTION NOTICE — East Gippsland Shire Council collects your information to seek feedback on the preferred recreation amenity option for Swifts Creek to guide them in progressing one of these options to the delivery stage. The information you provide will be used to ensure that the new recreation space reflects the character, values and aspirations of the Swifts Creek community. This project allows you to submit your feedback anonymously however, if you choose to include any personal information, or make reference to where you live, it may be possible to identify you given the specific nature of this project. Please note your feedback will be visible to Council staff, including the Project Supervisor and external contractors for the specific purpose of developing this Swifts Creek project. Words provided in your feedback will not be used or repeated in any public communications or reporting. This survey includes general questions about the participant (i.e. location and age bracket) to give an indication of the audience reached. The personal information provided will only be used for the purpose for which it was intended and will not be disclosed to other people or organisations without your prior written consent, or where it is required by law. Survey results will be used to create a space that’s more accessible and enjoyable for everyone – residents and visitors alike – and to make Swifts Creek a more attractive destination for tourists, supporting local businesses and showcasing our town’s unique character. 

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