The Our Park, Our Place project at Mary Crescent Reserve is a collaborative project aimed at reconnecting people with nature in their neighbourhood.
It has a strong focus on working together with local governments in some of Perth’s most heat-stressed areas to enhance the wellbeing of residents. One park (on the traditional lands of the Noongar people) has been chosen in each local government area of Bassendean, Bayswater, Belmont and Canning. At each park, we are working with local residents to create cool green places by introducing more planting and trees to enhance existing green spaces.
Throughout the project the Community will be invited to have their say about how they use the park and its facilities and what they best think will benefit the community. There will be community planting projects, workshops and a focus on sustainability and water wise programs, we will retain all the current uses of the park including the playground and as a space for dog walking. You can participate by coming along to the events and workshops, having your say on the surveys and letting us know what you expect of a community space.
The concept design and planting palette, developed in consultation with the community, can be viewed on the Greening Australia website.
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Upcoming Events:
Art and Culture Workshop, Sunday October 3
Come down to the park to celebrate Whadjuk Noongar culture and the history of Mary Crescent Reserve in this hands on and interactive workshop guided by Belinda Cox from Djirrily Dreaming. There are two sessions available, the first is targeted at kids under 10 and the second session is for teenagers and adults. This is a free community event however there are limited spots so please register for your session and arrive 10 minutes early to sign in. All supplies will be provided along with light refreshments between sessions. To register please head to
Our Park, Our Place: Art and Culture Workshop - Greening Australia - Greening Australia.
Gardening for Wildlife Workshop, Sunday October 17
Learn all about your feathered friends, how to attract them into your garden, and create an owl nesting box of your own. More details to come! Our Park, Our Place: Habitat Gardens Workshop - Greening Australia - Greening Australia
Mary Crescent Reserve Community Day, Sunday November 7, 9 am to noon
Come down for a day of fun activities in the sun to celebrate the achievements of the Our Parks, Our Place project. More details to come!
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