A fully refurbished, double-storey, multipurpose pavilion stands proudly at Robert Booth Reserve in Hampton Park following the completion of construction in late 2023.
Home to local sporting clubs including the Hampton Park Football Netball Club, Hampton Park Cricket Club and Hampton Park Tennis Club, the original pavilion required upgrades to better support its various user groups.
The newly refurbished building now features a community room, commercial kitchen, canteen and updated public amenities. A key upgrade is the inclusion of unisex changerooms and amenities, making the space more accessible and user friendly for the current and next generation of athletes.
Clyde Recreation Reserve, located on the corner of Patterson Road and Clyde-Five Ways Road, is now open with the space fully equipped to support AFL, cricket, rugby, netball and tennis.
The space is designed to cater to our up-and-coming sports stars in one of Casey’s fastest growing suburbs. The project has delivered three AFL/cricket ovals with a relocatable rugby union goal, two netball courts, eight tennis courts, four cricket practice nets, floodlighting, players pavilion, carparking and a playground.
Late last year, Council was joined by club representatives, the Federal Member for Holt, Cassandra Fernando and Member for Narre Warren South, Gary Maas to officially open the space.
The $5.4 million refurbishment project was completed as part of the wider Robert Booth Reserve Master Plan project and was funded by Council, along with contributions from the State and Federal governments.
Hampton Park Community House has recently seen some upgrades to the facility including new flooring in the playroom, cube lockers in the childcare space, new air conditioning and an enclosure veranda for the playroom.
Additionally, the project also delivered new child toilet amenities, fitted change table and upgrades to non-compliant passageways which has created a safer and accessible environment for its users.
Operating out of the space are Hampton Park Care Group Inc. who provide a whole range of services for the community including Tai Chi, computer training, language classes and well as facility hire.
Discover more at www.hamptonparkch.vic.edu.au.
Our community centres at Orana Community Place, Manna Gum Family and Community Centre and the Cranbourne West Community Hub now feature 24/7 library lockers, allowing library members access to borrowing and return services at any time.
How do the lockers work?
• For holds, members can select the location point of choice via the Connected Libraries App or Website Catalogue and they’ll receive an email when its ready to collect.
• For returns, members can return items via the 24/7 library locker chutes at any location regardless of which Connected Libraries location they borrowed it from.
• Connected Libraries have also expanded their services at the Cranbourne West Community Hub, with the launch of a Library Lounge. The lounge allows members to borrow, return and renew items and access free Wi-Fi and public computers. The lounges also include regular library programs for children and adults.
Not a member?
Not a problem. You can also sign up for free at the lounge to use the services.
The Library Lounge at Cranbourne West Community Hub, 4 Flicka Boulevard Cranbourne West is open Monday to Friday, 9.00 am to 5.00 pm.
See more at www.connectedlibraries.org.au/ librarylounge
ABOVE: Cranbourne West Library Lounge. Keep an eye out for these library lockers at select community hubs.
BELOW: The Family Fun Day on 17 February 2024.
On Saturday 17 February 2024, over 1,000 people joined in on the celebrations in opening the new library lounge at Cranbourne West Community Hub.
The free family fun day was a hit, with kids enjoying face painting, performances from the Great Gizmo, a giant bubble performer and lots of giveaways!
A brand new kerbside collection vehicle has hit the town, and the best part is, it’s powered solely by converted cooking oil.
The City of Casey’s waste management provider Cleanaway has been trialling a new range of garbage trucks fuelled with a low carbon, circular fossil fuel replacement called ‘HVO100 – hydrotreated vegetable oil’, with one truck added to the existing fleet that services Casey.
HVO100 is made from used cooking oils and fats collected from commercial kitchens, restaurants, and shopping centres, and then refined to produce the low carbon fuel alternative.
Across the organisation, Casey is exploring innovative ways to improve energy efficiency across all services as we strive to our commitment towards zero net corporate emissions by 2030.
View Council’s Climate Action Plan 2022-30 on the Casey website.
Are you looking for ways to improve the efficiency of your home, reduce carbon emissions and save money? Then you should consider hiring an Energy and Water Efficiency Home Audit Kit. There are nine kits available for borrowing from Council’s library branches at Bunjil Place, Cranbourne, Endeavour Hills, Hampton Park and Doveton.
For availability and to hire, visit www.connectedlibraries.org.au.
The City of Casey has been undertaking a number of initiatives to keep our city cool and help plan and prepare for becoming a climate resilient city. One of these initiatives is coordinating the engineering and landscape designs in new developments to increase tree canopy.
How are we achieving this?
• Trialling planting techniques that increase tree establishment through passive irrigation opportunities, improved soil conditions and planting suitable climate resilient species.
• Developing landscape guidelines to lift the minimum expectations and see more equity in street tree outcomes.
• Supporting the Victorian Planning Authority (VPA) in putting a minimum 30 per cent canopy cover target on new Precinct Structure Plans. Trees provide many ecosystem services and environmental and wellbeing benefits for the community including promoting biodiversity, removing pollutants from air, soil and water, cooling our city, reducing storm water runoff, energy savings, reducing greenhouse emissions, carbon sequestration, shade, aesthetics, encouraging exercise, improving mental health, and increased property value … just to name a few!
View Council’s Environment Strategy 2021-25 on the Casey website.
The City of Casey has teamed up with Solar Savers, to make solar installation easy, affordable and reliable for residents and businesses. If you’re considering installing solar panels, join an online information session on Tuesday 16 April from 6.30 pm – 8.00 pm. Register at www.casey.vic.gov.au/solar-savers
If you’re passionate about sustainable living or want to learn more about it, our ‘Green Living in Casey’ community Facebook group is for you. Connect with like-minded residents and share tips and ideas relating to sustainable living, waste and recycling, conservation, composting and more. Search ‘Green Living in Casey’ on Facebook.
With Expressions of Interest for Casey’s 2024 Community Leadership Program currently open, we’re inviting community members who are passionate about supporting our community to consider applying.
The 2024 program will run from June to October 2024 and will include 10 face-to-face workshop sessions covering everything from leadership styles, communication skills, guidance on decision making, project planning and goal setting.
The program also provides an understanding on how local government works and how to contribute to the democratic process.
At the conclusion of the program, graduates will have the chance to participate in ongoing networking opportunities where they can gain practical experience in leading community and Council-supported projects.
Expressions of Interest close at 5.00 pm on Friday 19 April 2024.
To apply, visit the Casey Conversations website.
Asher was amongst 30 local leaders who successfully graduated from the Community Leadership Program in 2023 and celebrated his achievements amongst other graduates, peers and family at the graduation ceremony.
“The program brought together 30 of the finest and most diverse people that I would not have otherwise met, under one roof for more than six months. We bonded together over academic as well as practical workshops that were ably led by the legendary Raymond Burnett.
I would encourage everyone to give it a go. If selected, you will be able to enrich yourself which will ultimately help you empower others around you.”
Asher Noor
Throughout April, we’re offering loads of free and low-cost physical activities to keep you moving as part of Active Autumn. Activities are hosted by various sport and leisure groups across Casey with the aim of encouraging you to have a go at something new.
See what’s on by visiting: www.casey.vic.gov.au/active-autumn
We’re calling out to musicians and vibrant live music venues across Casey to register for our brand new Live and Local program and gain access to workshops and professional development opportunities, networking, events and grant information.
Registration is free!
Visit www.casey.vic.gov.au/casey-live-local
It’s now quicker and easier to report graffiti via the free Snap, Send, Solve app. The app can be used for so much more too, including reporting fallen trees, stray animals and dumped rubbish.
We all play a part in keeping Casey clean, so download the free Snap, Send, Solve app from the App Store or Google Play and get happy snapping.
Find out more at:
www.casey.vic.gov.au/report-issue
Friday 14 June – Sunday 14 July 2024
It’s that time of year again where our local creatives and art lovers come together for performance, activities, workshops, conversations, exhibitions and installations in venues and spaces across the City of Casey for the Winter Arts Festival.
Bunjil Place will host Hybycozo and a range of festival events and exhibitions including School of Rock by Windmill Theatre Company, an Art Bites panel discussion with Craft Victoria, and Queers of Concert hosted by the fabulous Brenda Bressed.
The young ones can get involved in an exciting range of school holidays activities and workshops - from theatre sports to STEAM programs, as well as street dance as we bring back the South East Area Throwdown.
Search ‘Winter Arts Festival’ on the City of Casey or Bunjil Place website to find out more.
Friday 28 June – Sunday 28 July 2024
Open daily from 10.00 am – 10.00 pm Free event
Delve into the realms of geometry, math, and science intertwined with traditional pattern design when Hybycozo’s mesmerising installation Deep Thought takes centre stage in the Bunjil Place Plaza this winter. Hybycozo’s work consists of larger-than-life geometric sculptures brought to life through high level metal fabrication, often with patterns and textures that draw on inspirations from mathematics, science, and natural phenomena. Their extensive experience in creating spaces of peace and wonder will ensure the experience is world class.
2 Patrick Northeast Drive, Narre Warren 3805 bunjilplace.com.au