Parks and Reserves

Kalparrin Park, Greensborough

Banyule City has a wealth of open space and parklands including areas of exotic and native vegetation of historical and environmental importance. As well, the city has over 70,000 street trees. Street trees provide shelter, shade and wind protection to the urban landscape and create a more attractive and livable environment. Because people are not always aware of the importance of street trees we have developed two new programs to encourage community interest and involvement in this important area. 

For a snapshot of some of our parks and reserves in Banyule and their facilities click on the link below.

Darebin Parklands Masterplan Draft No 2

The Darebin Creek Management Committee is preparing a masterplan for the Darebin Parklands.  The masterplan has been amended since the last round of consultation to include an alternative option for a 'dogs off lead' area.

Please click on the links below to view the Darebin Parklands Masterplan and attachments.

This is the latest draft of the Darebin Parklands Masterplan. However there are likely to be further modifications prior to its adoption by the Banyule and Darebin City Councils

Elm Watch

The elm beetle is a serious threat to Banyule's stately elms.  The Elm Watch Committee was set up to raise public awareness about the impact and control of this destructive pest.  This committee now has sixteen members who are keen to assist in any way possible.

Park Maintenance

The Park Maintenance Team is responsible for maintenance and mowing of both active and passive reserves, litter collection, fire break maintenance in areas such as parks, reserves, traffic treatment areas, road closures, railway reserves, ovals and shopping centres. The team also deals with access to reserves and fencing.

Tree Care

The Tree Care Team is dedicated to protecting and maintaining trees on our streets. This includes routine maintenance where trees are assessed and a pruning cycle is carried out over a 24 month period. The Tree Care Team also deals with elm leaf beetle control, the control of bees, wasps and termites, shopping centres, root control and tree removal and replacement.

Horticultural Services

The Horticultural Services Team takes care of playgrounds, shopping centre gardens, garden beds, sprinkler systems, weed control and park equipment such as fencing, seats, bbqs, bins and landscaping.

Bushland Management

The Bushland Team maintain bushland areas throughout the city including areas along waterways. "Friends of Parks" groups are supported by the Bushland Management Team and exist for Darebin Creek, Plenty River, Wilson Reserve, Pecks Dam Reserve, Yandell Reserve, St Helena Reserve and Wooded Way Reserve. The Plenty River Community Forum is also open to any resident in Banyule who is interested in becoming involved in activities along the river.