Breamlea Caravan Park playground upgrade
Project overview
Barwon Coast is planning an upgrade to the Breamlea Caravan Park playground as part of our commitment to improving the visitor experience.
This project is a priority action from the 10-year Caravan and Camping Parks Master Plan, finalised in 2023. The existing playground is ageing, in poor condition and no longer meets current safety and accessibility standards.
The new playground will be located next to the eastern amenity block and BBQ area for better integration and usability. It is designed for children aged six to twelve, with features that will include modern, compliant play equipment, a sand play area, new landscaping and planting, improved seating and social spaces, and connections to the recently upgraded basketball space.
The upgrade is fully funded by Barwon Coast through the Master Plan. Works are expected to commence in October 2025 and will be completed before the summer peak season.
Community consultation
shaped by community engagement and reflects shared priorities for improving the parks.
We’re inviting feedback from the community and park visitors 30 June to July 2025.
How to have your say:
- View the detailed plans here or in person at the Breamlea Caravan Park office during business hours
- Attend our drop-in information session for a site visit with Barwon Coast staff:
- Date: Saturday 26 July
- Time: 9-10am
- Location: Breamlea Community Hall (located within the Caravan Park)
- Provide feedback via:
- Fill out our online survey
- Email: ianw@barwoncoast.com.au
Vegetation works
As part of the playground upgrade, three trees will need to be removed to ensure the safety of campers, community members and staff.
The large tree, located behind the amenity block, has been a point of concern for some time and was recently assessed by an independent arborist, who confirmed its structural integrity is compromised and recommended its removal. The two smaller trees are damaged and diseased and have also been recommended for removal.
To support biodiversity and enhance the local environment, Barwon Coast will plant at least seven new trees within the Breamlea area under its management.
Timeline
Community feedback will be gathered in July 2025. Works are planned to begin in October 2025 and will be completed before the start of the busy summer season.
Frequently asked questions
The current playground is outdated, no longer meets modern safety or accessibility standards, and is in poor condition.
Feedback may help shape elements such as fencing, landscaping preferences, seating arrangements, and accessibility features within the overall scope of the project.
An independent arborist determined that the large tree poses a safety risk due to compromised structural integrity. The smaller trees are damaged and diseased, and their removal is necessary for safety reasons.
At least seven new trees will be planted within the Breamlea area managed by Barwon Coast, to help preserve and enhance the local environment.
Works are expected to start in October 2025 and finish before the summer peak season.
Feedback can be provided via an online survey or by emailing ianw@barwoncoast.com.au.
Detailed plans can be viewed at the caravan park office during business hours or seen here.
Have your say
Your input matters — a survey is open during the trial for campers and the wider community to share their thoughts and feedback.