The State Government and City of Bayswater officially opened a new recreational park today, with the area transformed from a drain into a place to benefit the community.
Water Minister Dave Kelly congratulated the City of Bayswater and government agencies on the initiative, which will bring much-needed community space to the Morley city centre, with a number of agencies working collaboratively to bring the project to life.
The land, which is owned and operated by the Water Corporation, is part of the corporation’s urban drainage network. Drains can be functional while also creating more liveable, greener areas for our communities.
The project has been supported by the Water Corporation and Department of Water and Environmental Regulation, who have joined forces to enable more community access to green spaces through the Drainage for Liveability Program.
The Department of Biodiversity, Attractions and Conservation contributed $50,000 to the Russell Street project, to create a series of living streams and green spaces that will also improve drainage water quality before it enters the Swan River.
The City of Bayswater also received an $87,000 grant from Lotterywest, which was used to fund the ninja warrior-style obstacle course installed at the new park.
For more information, visit https://www.watercorporation.com.au or http://www.dwer.wa.gov.au