Birdwood Square
The City of Vincent is delivering upgrades to Birdwood Square this year.
Centrally located on Beaufort Street, the park has long been a popular spot for families, community sport and the nearby Highgate Primary School.
Local sporting clubs and Highgate Primary School are growing and require increased access to our sporting reserves. Due to the lack of amenities, the growing community cannot maximise the reserve in its current form.
A modern toilet and changeroom facility and new playground will revitalise the area, with improved footpaths, lighting and greenery to complete the space.
The upgrade is partially funded by the State Government, through an election commitment from the Hon. John Carey MLA, Department of Education WA and Vincent.
Project stages
A map of the upgrades
Stage 1: Toilet and changeroom facility
Complete
A modern toilet and changeroom facility has been built to provide convenience and allow more people to enjoy the park for longer. It includes an accessible toilet, along with two unisex toilet and shower cubicles.
The public toilet is auto-locked and open to the public between set hours. The two unisex changeroom cubicles are locked and available for hire.
The old playground has now been removed and the toilet and changeroom facility built in its place. The parkour equipment will remain, however, it will be slightly reduced in size to allow space for the new playground.
While waiting for the new playground to be built, we encourage people to visit nearby playgrounds at Hyde Park, Robertson Park, Stuart Street Reserve and Brigatti Gardens.
Stage 2: New playground
Installation expected early December 2024.
To maximise the park’s layout and allow for the toilet and changeroom facility, the playground will be relocated to the west of its current location.
We asked the community to provide input on the type of play equipment they would like to see. Highgate Primary School students then voted on their favourite design.
Vegetation clearing and land levelling in the corner of Birdwood Square will start on Monday 4 November until Friday 8 November. This work is to prepare for the new playground and shade sails which is expected to be ready for the community to enjoy by the end of 2024.
Concept design
Please note, the new playground also includes shade sails which are not shown in the above design.
More information
Where is Birdwood Square located?
Birdwood Square is an inner-city sportsground located at 301 Beaufort Street, Perth, opposite the Brisbane Hotel.
What is happening to the playground?
To accommodate the new facility, the relocation of the playground will be required.
The playground at Birdwood Square has been a hit with the community for more than 20 years. Understandably, the playground is looking a little tired and is soon to reach its end of usable life and requires a makeover.
To maximise the park’s layout, the playground will be moved and relocated near the new facility.
The new playground is expected to open at the end of 2024
Where can I play while the playground is under construction?
Alternative locations include:
Hyde Park - Glendower Street, Perth
Robertson Park – 111 Palmerston Street, Perth
Brigatti Gardens – 67 Wright Street, Highgate
Stuart Street Reserve – 1 Stuart Street, Perth
When will the works take place?
The works will take place from April through to the end of 2024.
When will the facility be open?
The toilet and changeroom facility are now open.
The new playground is expected to open at the end of 2024
Why is the new toilet facility needed?
Vincent is committed to supporting the community’s recreational needs. Local sporting clubs and Highgate Primary School are growing and requiring increased access to our sporting reserves. Unfortunately, due to the lack of amenities, the growing community cannot maximise the reserve in its current form.
The new facility will service park users, sporting activities and the nearby Highgate Primary School.
What is happening to the parkour play equipment?
The parkour play equipment is staying, however, it will be slightly reduced in size to allow space for the new playground. We will endeavour to keep this open, however due to safety, the area may need to be closed at times throughout construction.
Will any vegetation be removed as part of the works?
There will be minimal impact to the existing environment. Some vegetation will be trimmed to improve sightlines to the new facility.
Is there anything else planned for the park outside of this project scope?
Yes, the City is considering upgrading the sports floodlighting to assist with the growth of sport across Vincent.
Our growing sporting clubs are running out of spaces to train and the existing lights do not meet current standards to allow training to be undertaken.
The project scope is yet to be confirmed and further details will be shared, once determined.