The City of Greater Bendigo has developed a draft Infrastructure and Service Plan for Eaglehawk’s Albert Roy Recreation Reserve and is inviting the community to have their say on the future of the reserve.
Key features of the draft plan include upgraded female-friendly changerooms, two high-quality senior baseball diamonds with lighting, cricket and junior soccer pitches, three Little League fields, combined training nets, improved landscaping, and better pedestrian and cycling access. A new Eaglehawk Women’s Shed is also proposed as part of the site’s future development.
City of Greater Bendigo Director Healthy Communities and Environments, Jess Howard said Albert Roy Reserve is located just 500 metres south of central Eaglehawk and is a popular recreation hub that currently hosts baseball, cricket, BMX, tennis, table tennis and badminton.
“The aim of the draft Infrastructure and Service Plan is to set out a clear, staged vision for the future of the reserve,” Ms Howard said.
“Albert Roy Recreation Reserve is a key community asset with enormous potential for the community but the site’s history as a former mining and landfill area has created ongoing challenges with surface quality and maintenance.
“The draft plan focuses on multi use functionality and respects the site’s environmental and geotechnical constraints.
“The development of the plan will help ensure the reserve continues to support a wide range of sports and community activities, while improving safety, access, and the overall visitor experience.”
Community consultation will be open until May 24, 2026, with residents encouraged to share their ideas on:
- Spaces for relaxation and connection
- Access and wayfinding
- Landscaping and environmental improvements
- Opportunities to explore and enjoy nature
- Ways to encourage physical activity other than sport
Feedback received from the community will be considered and used to refine the plan before it is presented to Council later this year.
Members of the community can review the concept options and complete the online survey on the City’s community engagement website Let’s Talk Greater Bendigo until May 24, 2026.
For more information, or to provide feedback, visit: