Help shape the new Ballyshannassy Park Pavilion
We asked you for your ideas for a new pavilion at Ballyshannassy Park in 2025 and you told us what matters most. Thank you to everyone who shared feedback in Round 1. Your ideas and priorities have directly shaped the draft pavilion design we’re now presenting.
We heard strong and consistent feedback about the need for modern, inclusive amenities, welcoming social spaces, improved spectator comfort, better accessibility, enhanced safety, and sustainable design.
Using your feedback, we’ve developed a draft pavilion plan that reflects these priorities and responds to the key themes raised.
Round 2 engagement focuses on the proposed design. We’re inviting you to tell us what’s working, what could be improved, and what matters most before plans are finalised.
The proposed redevelopment will replace the ageing pavilion at Ballyshannassy Park with a modern, inclusive and fit-for-purpose facility that better supports sport and everyday community use.
Delivery of this pavilion is dependent on securing external funding, including Victorian Government investment, in addition to Council’s contribution.
How community feedback helped shape the draft pavilion design
What we heard
The community wants a modern, inclusive pavilion with accessible and female-friendly amenities.
What’s included in the design
The proposed pavilion includes six change rooms with amenities, designed to be flexible, inclusive and suitable for all users.
The building is a modular design with convenient access from both the car park and the oval.
What we heard
Better spaces for spectators, including seating, shelter and food facilities.
What’s included in the design
- Undercover deck area across the front of the pavilion for sheltered viewing
- A kitchen with servery openings onto the deck and internal social space
- Space for canteen-style use during events and games
What’s not included
BBQs are not part of the pavilion project and will be considered as part of future precinct improvements.
What we heard
Spaces that can be used for meetings, events and social gatherings.
What’s included in the design
- A social space, with flexibility to expand into change room areas using retractable wall systems.
- Access to a kitchen, storage area, and amenities
- Availability for community hire outside of sporting club use, consistent with other Council pavilions
What we heard
Better pathways, accessibility and connections around the pavilion.
What’s included in the design
- New pathways and ramps connecting the pavilion to surrounding areas
- Designs that meet accessibility requirements
- Minor landscaping works around the pavilion
What’s not included
Broader precinct-wide landscaping and pathway upgrades will be considered separately as part of future improvements.
What we heard
Interest in maintaining and improving play opportunities for families.
What’s included in the design
- The existing play space will be renewed in a different location concurrent to the new pavilion development.
- A new play space is shown on the Site Plan adjacent to the Pavilion at Ballyshannassy Park. Further consultation will be undertaken on the location, layout and equipment selection. The new play space would be delivered alongside with the pavilion development subject to project funding and timing.
How to get involved:
- Read the draft pavilion plans and frequently asked questions
- Attend our pop-up and share your thoughts in-person
- Take the online survey. This survey will take approximately 2 minutes to complete. Your responses will be treated confidentially. Your data will be handled in accordance with Whitehorse City Council's privacy policy
