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Active reserveinfrastructure strategyPhase 2: Review of draft document

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Forward ................................................................................................................................ 3 Background........................................................................................................................... 4 Purpose of Phase 2 Engagement ......................................................................................... 4 Engagement Objectives ........................................................................................................ 4 Engagement Actions ............................................................................................................. 4 Engagement Analysis ........................................................................................................... 7

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Forward This report contains the outcomes of the second phase of engagement involving the publication of the draft Active Reserve Infrastructure Strategy (ARIS) for comment on Melville Talks from 24th February to 20th March 2020. By providing the outcomes of the submissions made using the online form, we are keeping to our commitment of providing feedback on engagement processes to the people who participated in them as their data is analysed and used to inform the final ARIS. 51 people provided feedback on the Draft ARIS Plan with 38 using the online form and 14 attaching documents for consideration. 12 submissions were received from residents regarding Bert Jeffery Park. Whilst two of these submissions supported the ARIS proposals, the remainder wished to retain the current level of amenity at Bert Jeffery, supporting alternative healthy activities such as walking, running and exercise. This response has been considered as it aligns with the vison for the City as stated in the draft ARIS: …to develop healthy lifestyles by providing opportunities for healthy activities both indoors and out and about in local parks and suburbs walking, running, cycling and exercising individually or in groups. … underpinned by developing a sense of community and ensuring people feel safe and secure wherever they are and whatever they are doing. The remaining 39 submissions were largely supportive of the recommendations in the ARIS document.

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Background

Phase 1 Engagement The engagement process for the development of the Active Reserve Infrastructure Strategy was conducted in two discrete phases. The first began in June 2019 and concluded August 2019 with:

• Administration of surveys to 72 sporting clubs using City of Melville facilities. 26 clubs returned surveys.

• Sending a direct email invitation to 3792 residents living close to ‘Active Reserves’ to complete an online survey. 327 surveys were completed.

• Running PollEverywhere sessions at Leeming Senior High School with 73 young people between the ages of 11 and 15 in attendance.

• Provision of an open online discussion forum on Melville Talks on which 23 different contributors provided 44 comments.

• The Access Advisory Panel giving advice on access requirements at one of their scheduled meetings.

MelvilleTalks included a ‘hot spot’ map to provide visitors with information about each reserve being considered in the ARIS project. Information about how to participate in the development of the Active Reserve Infrastructure Strategy was distributed via:

• Media Release – 26 June, 2019. • City of Melville Website News Article – 27 June, 2019. • Melville Gazette article – 4 July, 2019 • LeisureFit e-news – 10 July, 2019. <17,000 subscribers. • Corporate e-news - July, 2019. < 14,000 subscribers. • Facebook post – 2 July, 2019. 5,559 people reached, 549 engagements. • Elected Members Information Session. 23 July, 2019. • Elected Members Bulletin. November 2018 & June 2019

Purpose of Phase 2 Engagement To provide an opportunity for stakeholders to review and provide commentary on the draft ARIS document developed following Phase 1 of the engagement process.

Engagement Objectives • To consult with residents on the draft ARIS document using an online feedback

form. • To inform stakeholders about the opportunity to participate in a second round of

consultation, to review the draft ARIS

Engagement Actions To inform and consult with residents and stakeholders about the second phase of engagement information about how to participate in this project was distributed using the following channels of communication:

• Media Release – 26th February, 2020. • Melville Gazette Article – 5th March, 2020. • City of Melville Website News Article – 26th February, 2020. • Melville Talks page updates – 7th February and 24th February, 2020. • About Melville Advertorial – 27th February, 2020. • Mosaic Article – 19th March, 2020.

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• Corporate e-news – 26th February, 2020. ~15,000 subscribers • LeisureFit e-news – 10th March, 2020. ~ 21,000 subscribers. • Elected Members Information Session – 10th February, 2020. • Organisation wide email signature promoting draft ARIS – 9th to 20th March, 2020. • Clubs by Ward list provided to elected members to distribute draft ARIS, 10th

February, 2020. • Social Media to Facebook, Instagram & Twitter. 183,105 reach, 1039 engagements. • Geo-targetted ads. • State Sporting Associations. • State & Federal Politicians with constituents in the City of Melville. • Residents originally invited to participate in the Active Reserve Infrastructure Strategy

survey – 3792 emails sent. • Leeming Senior High School – lower school coordinator to distribute to survey

participants. • Relevant officers at neighbouring LGA’s. • The Department of Local Government, Sport & Cultural Industries, Sport &

Recreation.

Examples of the engagement methods used

Facebook Post

City of Melville News Article

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Mosaic Article

Engagement Analysis

Qualitative Data Next to the original consultation for the development of the draft Strategy, the number of submissions received was low and the findings in this report should be considered within that context. All submissions received were uploaded into Nvivo, software for the analysis of qualitative (non-numeric) data. Initially codes were created based on the named reserves identified in the submissions. It was noted that some other parks/reserves were named but were not within the scope of ARIS. Almost a quarter of submissions related to Bert Jeffrey Park and the desire to retain current levels of amenity as public open space.

[There seems to be] such emphasis on organised support [and]… little consideration …on the physical and psychological health of the whole community. Not all of want to play organised sport! And this should be respected and considered. The park represents much more to us. (Robert, Murdoch)

I am very concerned that increased summer and winter usage as a result of the proposed upgrade of BJP, will lead to increased adverse social impacts, negatively affect the amenity of our neighbourhood, ie increased traffic volumes, noise and light issues, and subsequently reduce local property values. (Tony, Murdoch)

The Bert Jeffrey Park should be left as is. Turning it into a cricket ground is not in the interest of the people living within close proximity of the park. Younger families with children will not be afforded the same opportunities as I was, to use the park for leisure when they feel like it, if it is turned into a sporting ground which I would imagine would have regular 4 hours+ games along with training. This development would impede on peoples space who live next to the park. (Jordan, Murdoch)

Other comments received suggested alternate recreational uses for Bert Jeffrey Park which would not reduce amenity but still encourage healthy activity.

Instead of construction of floodlights & amenities building at Bert Jeffrey Park; the money will be better spent in building a walking/jogging track and the installation of exercise equipment which is better suited for the general community. (Goh, Perth) In relation to Bert Jeffery Park I believe that a better option would be for the council to install fitness exercise equipment as seen in other parks in the city, also the provision of a covered area for the children's playground. Also the addition of BBQ's and tables etc. as seen at Piney Lakes. (David, Murdoch). …up grade existing parks with sporting facilities such as Winthrop Park which already exist for sport clubs. (Ermina, Murdoch).

There was commentary in support of the draft Strategy and most particularly with reference to Marmion Reserve:

I am commenting in regards to the upgrades of marmion reserve. I am delighted to see the club room and facilities upgrade at a high priority of the project and budget allocated. The showers are currently not functional and there is asbestos in all areas.

To be able to provide a facility that accommodates both genders, social functions for the clubs, Sufficient storage areas and maximum viewing opportunities to the ground will increase community access to the ground (Kellie, Alfred Cove) So excited to see the planned upgrade of the Marmion Reserve pavilion. The Junior football club can now accommodate women’s football which is one of the fastest growing participation sports in the area. The clubrooms were built in the 60’s so an upgrade is well overdue. Great work by the members of the council that are responsible for this. (Dave, Melville)

Two other submissions received from SERAG and Murdoch University concerned with maintenance of local biodiversity alongside the enhancement of sporting infrastructure.

Extracts from submissions The table below provides extracts from submissions relating to specific reserves. Reserve No.

people Extract

Alan Edwards

1 Club rooms don’t cater for Diversity - KJCC has 2 girls’ cricket sides now as does both Junior and senior football. This needs to be addressed fairly quickly as girls growth is rapid right now. Shelter/Shade needs addressing for Junior and Senior sport - extending the veranda 2 - 3 M East would help ease this issue. The carpark does not have a disabled bay but by carving a couple of Meters out of the SE corner it could be easily achieved.

Bert Jeffrey Park

12 As above

Bob Gordon Reserve

1 …advice was provided that the Bob Gordon Reserve was not in the ARIS scope yet there seems to be some detrimental statements and outcomes for tennis and the Bull Creek Tennis Club.

John Connell Reserve

1 JC Reserve -This has been at capacity for Match days for 5-6 years. There is additional land that can be developed to provide additional pitches. Requirement at least - 1- 2 additional Football Pitch Change rooms - These have been over capacity for 5-6 years, with female participation for more than 10 years. Facilities have not, do not and continue not to provide for needs of playing group for greater than 10 years. There is an existing building not utilised or at capacity that can be renovated and enable as additional change rooms. Requirement - 2-4 additional change rooms.

Len Shearer 1 Synthetic turf was not well received by the broader community when plans to implement a sport and recreation grant at Len Shearer were put forward by CoM some years back. This historic process needs to be acknowledged in the document and clearly state community did not support synthetic turf at Len Shearer. References to a future business case for synthetic turf at Len Shearer need to be removed. Implementation of synthetic turf at Len Shearer is not appropriate in the context of the multitude of users and needs of the surrounding residents (including a significant dog walking and family oriented community). This reservation serves far more users than just the sporting community. Synthetic turf and all the infrastructure requirements that go with it, is not appropriate for this reservation.

Marmion Reserve 5

So excited to see the planned upgrade of the Marmion Reserve pavilion. The Junior football club can now accommodate women’s football which is one of the fastest growing participation sports in the area. The clubrooms were built in the 60’s so an upgrade is well overdue. Great work by the members of the council that are responsible for this. Great to see that Marmion Reserve is getting the attention it deserves. An improvement of the facilities will no doubt be beneficial to the clubs using the existing facilities and will enable the increase of use at this massively underused facility. Well Done City of Melville for prioritising this for upgrades.

Morris Buzzacott Reserve

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The floodlit netball courts are in a particularly poor condition with no surround netting and deteriorating hard court infrastructure. The temporary storage containers placed on site are inappropriate for the reserve and need to be removed. [Need for]…4 x floodlit netball courts…A temporary clubhouse / storage structure and shade supporting the Kardinya Netball Club courts (southern side)….Replacement of Netball infrastructure with formalised provision and shade should be investigated…The netball facility at Morris Buzacott Reserve provides a functional use although the associated infrastructure is poor. By upgrading the infrastructure, greater capacity would exist to expand netball activity on site. The use of the Morris Buzacott Oval - the KRSBC uses it longer than indicated in the report. On Saturdays it's from 8am to 1pm and on the weekdays it's 4-7:30pm. The oval is used to full capacity over the Summer - games and training are held continually, with minimal break even over the Christmas period….The flooring in the Club Rooms at the Morris Buzacott (Oval 2 North) is in much need of replacement. They are well over their use by date and look shabby and unsightly.

Tompkins Park 1

I wish to inquire as to whether any consideration or proposal for a Bicycle Museum has been put forward. The preferred location being at a larger park such as Tompkins Park or a more intimate location adjoining the precinct of the Atwell Art Gallery both in Alfred Cove.

Webber Reserve 1

[The ARIS strategy needs to]…specify what the CoM is actually going to do to rectify / improve the deficiencies of Willagee’s active reserve infrastructure … over the next 20 years. … not only specific improvements to current reserve and pavilion facilities, parking, and lighting at Webber and Winnacott Reserves and developing a Master Plan for Webber Reserve but also the strategies to improve Willagee’s active reserve infrastructure generally

Winnacott Oval 2

Winnacott oval needs to be retained for the use of off lead dog exercise. The reserve is located within in an area that has apartments and senior aged living with limited POS. It is imperative that dog owners are able to exercise their dogs to ensure the dogs have a healthy and exhaustive lifestyle. This ensures a harmonious environment for all.

Winthrop Park 2

Installation of multi-gender suitable facilities to be considered at an accelerated schedule, given the large growth in women’s football across the state. Our club is one of the leaders in developing women’s and girls football, and to the highest standard, so facilities to accommodate this quality and growth would be welcomed. This is applicable to Winthrop Park (scheduled for 21/22) and Len Shearer Reserve (schedule for 25/26). The report implies that new flood lighting at the park has been done. If the lighting is already being acted on, spend the $20,000 and rerun and relocate the reticulation and move the cricket there. Winthrop Park already has amenities.