The idea
Explore a small programme of shaded resting places and suitable landscape improvements, informed by how people use the park and where they need a pause.
- Make longer visits more comfortable across different ages and needs.
- Consider accessible seating and spaces for companions.
- Plan landscape care and maintenance alongside any new installations.
From idea to possibility
- Community idea
- Review
- Approval
- Funding
- Delivery
Tree suitability, heritage settings, services, access and maintenance need review before any locations or designs are agreed.
Support counts express interest; they do not determine approval. The appropriate authorities, Traditional Custodians and specialists would need to be involved.
What could it cost?
Illustrative planning range: A$140,000–220,000. The example below uses A$180,000 to show how a transparent budget could be presented.
| Budget component | Example allowance |
|---|---|
| Consultation & landscape design | A$30,000 |
| Seating & site works | A$70,000 |
| Planting & establishment | A$40,000 |
| Contingency & initial care | A$40,000 |
| Illustrative total | A$180,000 |
Not a quote or official estimate. Professional costing would confirm scope, maintenance costs and contingency.
A shared funding ambition
A possible mix of public funding, Australian brand partnerships and community contributions.
Potential contribution to explore with relevant authorities.
Landscape and community partner: Materials, planting expertise or contributions to accessible seating.
A possible public contribution after the project and fundraising arrangements are ready.
This is a funding scenario, not money raised. Cash received, signed commitments and in-kind support would be reported separately.
Who is backing this idea?
Each confirmed partner will appear with its contribution type, amount where publishable, and commitment status.
The next steps
Shaded places to pause are proposed for discussion.
Identify priority locations with visitors and park specialists.
Concept milestones, not official delivery updates.