Beale Park Upgrades
Consultation has concluded
Share your feedback on the draft design for Beale Park in Spearwood.
Beale Park is one of Cockburn's major soccer facilities. The park is classified as an active sporting reserve, servicing the community's formal and informal recreation needs.
The City commenced planning in 2018 for a $9 million upgrade of Beale Park to meet user needs. Community feedback was sought from site users and residents to inform a design for the upgrades.
What we heard so far
Priorities include:
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Share your feedback on the draft design for Beale Park in Spearwood.
Beale Park is one of Cockburn's major soccer facilities. The park is classified as an active sporting reserve, servicing the community's formal and informal recreation needs.
The City commenced planning in 2018 for a $9 million upgrade of Beale Park to meet user needs. Community feedback was sought from site users and residents to inform a design for the upgrades.
What we heard so far
Priorities include:
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Next steps
An draft design has been prepared considering tree surveys, a Carnaby's Black Cockatoo habitat assessment and feedback from site users and local residents.
The City's external environmental consultants are in the process of preparing a subsequent Black Cockatoo Significance Assessment based on the revised site plan which will help to determine further steps/actions and the need to refer our proposal to the Australian Department of Agriculture, Water and Environment (ADAWE) under the EPBC Act for feedback.
The City is also inviting community feedback on the updated draft design until 8 December 2021. Community feedback will be considered, alongside recommendations from our environmental consultants and ADAWE, project commitments and constraints, to inform the final design outcomes.
More information
View the draft design Online: View the Site Plan - Concept and Clubrooms floorplan. Doucments can be found in the Document Library. Hard copy: Available at City of Cockburn Administration (9 Coleville Crescent, Spearwood) In-person: Visit us at a drop-in session | |
Community drop-in sessions Visit us to see the draft design and chat to a project team member. Where: Beale Park, Spearwood (outside of clubrooms overlooking soccer pitches) When: Wednesday 24 November 2021 from 4.30pm to 6.30pm. |
Have Your Say by 4pm, 8 December 2021
Complete the feedback form Online: Complete the form below Phone: 08 9411 3444 Hard copy: Available at City of Cockburn Administration (9 Coleville Crescent, Spearwood) | |
Write a submission Email: [email protected] |
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Project Update: July 2022
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this linkCommunity consultation complete
In late 2021, the City prepared a draft design for Beale Park. Community and key stakeholders were invited to view the design and share a third and final round of feedback.
As part of this process, the City held a community drop-in session at Beale Park and updated the project website. The project team also delivered a presentation to the local residents association and met with key stakeholders such as the Cockburn City Soccer Club.
Feedback was invited in person at the drop-in session, and via online feedback forms, hard copy feedback forms, email, meetings and over the phone.
What Our Community Said
The City received 17 submissions on the draft design. The draft was generally well supported, with 11 respondents saying the plan supports their needs and those of the community who use Beale Park. Two respondents were unsure if the plan meets theirs and community needs, while four feel it does not.
Positive feedback included the design revisions to minimise vegetation removal (draft design will salvage 46 trees compared to original high level concept plan) and various site amenities such as bike racks and playground infrastructure.
Suggested improvements subject to site and budget constraints included:
- Better use of drainage sump area;
- Enclosed dog exercise area;
- Alternative location for clubroom (slightly further south-west);
- Retain existing community buildings instead of using for parking space;
- Additional parking;
- Additional trip-end facilities;
- Additional landscaping and tree planting (particularly in bare patches);
- Additional space / lockable cages for mopeds, e-scooters and bikes; and
- Coaches room.
The City also received suggestions outside of the project design scope such as community eateries, street lighting, bus stop reinstatement and traffic calming on adjacent roads. A summary of the community engagement process and feedback is available on this page's Document Library.
Feedback has been considered and responses to these suggestions are also detailed on this page's Document Library.
Community consultation on the design has now concluded. The City thanks community members and key stakeholders for helping to shape this important project.
Next Steps
Mitigating environmental impacts remains a key priority for the project team. Following positive feedback in the latest round of consultation in respect to vegetation removal, designs are being referred to the Australian Department of Agriculture, Water and Environment for review.
Under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 the concept will progress through the appropriate procedure.
Progress on the design will be made where possible and other relevant approvals will be sought. Construction won’t occur until all necessary approvals have been obtained.
Future updates on the project will be available on the City of Cockburn website or by contacting the City on 08 9411 3444.
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Project Update: January 2021
Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Linkedin Email this linkCLOSED: This discussion has concluded.Thank you for your input on the Beale Park project
Thank you for having your say and helping to shape the future of Beale Park. Over 300 people visited the project page and comments were received from over 50 people, mostly from the Spearwood or wider City of Cockburn area.
Following Council's 2018 approval of a high level master plan for the sporting grounds and clubroom building, we asked for your help in shaping the new playground, public artwork and ancillary infrastructure that will form part of the upgraded Beale Park.
What Our Community Said
- Residents value Beale Park as a space to exercise, walk their dog, and visit the playground. Some respondents noted potential Carnaby's Cockatoo roosting sites.
- Nature themed artwork is preferred, potentially featuring local flora and fauna. Ideas include interactive artwork for children or artwork incorporated into the building design.
- It is important that play spaces are shaded and accessible. Other important considerations include proximity to residents, seating, drinking fountains, fencing and toilets.
- Play spaces for young children were of particular interest. Nature themed playgrounds are preferred, with equipment such as flying foxes, swings, monkey bars and ninja ropes.
- Park furniture including drinking fountains, shade, BBQs and picnic tables are a high priority.
- As Cockburn's premier soccer facility, Beale Park attracts many locals and visitors. Improved parking and traffic management require consideration.
- While outside the project scope, dog management was raised by several respondents. Dog management will be undertaken in accordance with the City's Animal Management Plan 2020-2025.
Next Steps
Carnaby's Cockatoos are an endangered species and confirmed roosting sites must be managed in compliance with relevant legislation. The City takes its environmental responsibility seriously and is engaging an external consultant to further investigate potential roost sites within the project footprint. This assessment is expected to be undertaken in first quarter 2021.
Pending the outcomes of this assessment, it is envisaged that a concept design will be produced, considering feedback received during the consultation periods. A Community Reference Group including representatives from key stakeholder groups will likely be established at a later stage to assist with a detailed design of the clubroom and sporting amenities.
Updates will be available at comment.cockburn.wa.gov.au/BealePark as this project progresses. Thank you helping to shape this project.
Who's Listening
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City of Cockburn
Phone 9411 3444 Email [email protected]
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Project Timeline
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2018 - Community Needs Assessment
Beale Park Upgrades has finished this stageCommunity and stakeholder engagement to inform the development of the Community, Sport and Recreation Facilities Plan 2018-2033 and Western Suburbs Sporting Precinct Study
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2018 – Beale Park High-Level Concept Developed
Beale Park Upgrades has finished this stagePreliminary high-level concept plan developed for Beale Park. The plan is part of the Western Suburbs Sporting Precinct Study 2018,
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2018 – Community Feedback
Beale Park Upgrades has finished this stageThe high-level concept plan was advertised for public comment. It received strong support from local sporting clubs and the community
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2018 – Community, Sport and Recreation Facilities Plan Adopted by Council
Beale Park Upgrades has finished this stageCommunity, Sport and Recreation Facilities Plan 2018-2033 and Western Suburbs Sporting Precinct Study adopted by Council. These plans identify upgrades to Beale Park are a key priority.
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2019 – Grant Application
Beale Park Upgrades has finished this stageGrant application for Beale Park upgrades submitted to Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries
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2020 – Grant Approval
Beale Park Upgrades has finished this stageGrant approved by Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries
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2020 – Community Consultation
Beale Park Upgrades has finished this stageCommunity input sought to help shape the playground, artwork and ancillary infrastructure.
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2021 - Environmental Assessment
Beale Park Upgrades has finished this stageExternal consultant engaged to further investigate potential roosting sites within the project footprint.
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2021 – Develop Draft Concept Plan
Beale Park Upgrades has finished this stageThe City will develop draft concept plans taking into account the assessments and community feedback
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2021 – Community Feedback
Beale Park Upgrades has finished this stageThe City will invite feedback from the community on the draft concept plan
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2022 – Detailed Design
Beale Park Upgrades is currently at this stageDesigns are being referred to the Australian Department of Agriculture, Water and Environment. Under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act), the project will progress through any necessary referral procedures.
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Construction
this is an upcoming stage for Beale Park UpgradesConstruction won’t occur until all necessary approvals have been obtained.
Document Library
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Site Plan Concept - Beale Park Upgrades.pdf (4.58 MB) (pdf)
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Clubrooms Floorplan Concept - Beale Park Upgrades.pdf (266 KB) (pdf)
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Community Engagement Summary - All Phases.pdf (737 KB) (pdf)
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Feedback Phase 3 - Responses to Community Feedback.pdf (134 KB) (pdf)
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Feedback Phase 3 - Infographic - Beale Park Upgrades (534 KB) (pdf)
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Feedback Phase 2 - Infographic - Beale Park Upgrades (462 KB) (pdf)
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Feedback Phase 1 - Infographic - Western Suburbs Sporting Precinct Study (322 KB) (pdf)