Maylands Waterland redevelopment

The new Maylands Waterland is now open to the public.

• July Update Maylands Waterland

  The parkland, play, picnic and BBQ areas at Maylands Waterland is now open and accessible for the community to enjoy.

  The water play features will become operational in late September in time for the spring school holiday and remain operational for the duration of the summer months.

  The upper level toilets are available through the winter months with the lower change room spaces opening from October 2022.

  The whole waterland parkland is open and accessible as free entry public open space.

  A second stage deeper water pool will be constructed in the future subject to funding becoming available.

• Autumn Update on Maylands Waterland

  The redevelopment of Maylands Waterland is nearing completion with all major installations now completed. Due to global supply challenges, a few components are still to arrive, such as shade sails and perimeter fencing.

  We require a couple more weeks to complete water testing and allow for recent planting and turf to establish.

  It is anticipated the public open space, play, picnic and BBQ areas will be open and accessible from June 2022 and the water splash pads will be operational for the summer period from October 2022.

  Further updates will be provided as we start to open the park space in June and the water play areas in October.

  In the interim please direct any enquiries to mail@bayswater.wa.gov.au

• Update on Maylands Waterland

  

  
  

  Work continues on the much loved Maylands Waterland with play and picnic areas ready for the community to enjoy from June. Unfortunately due to supply issues and construction delays, water play elements won’t be open until the following season.

  Despite disruptions, the City continues to progress work on the site with the community kitchen, picnic and barbecue area almost completed and toilets and changerooms installed. Water play splash pads will be in place later this month and the water sanitation plant will also be installed in March. Works on the main pathway connecting areas throughout the water playground are underway.

  During March/April, the mobile catering area will be laid, fencing around the perimeter will be installed and final play elements and lighting will be added on site.

  Public open space, dry play and picnic areas are anticipated be open to the community by early June 2022. The entire facility, including water play, is expected to open for the summer season in October 2022.

  Once complete, stage one of the redeveloped water playground will include a mix of family-friendly water play elements such as a water creek, wading pool and splash pad. Inspired by local native flora and fauna, it will also feature access for all abilities, plenty of shade and links to the river foreshore.

  
  

• Movement on Maylands Waterland Redevelopment

  

  Maylands Waterland is starting to take shape and will soon be ready for the community to enjoy, with some of the main facilities now in place at the much-loved community water park.

  Between January and March, play equipment and water play elements will be added to the space, with splash pad concreting for the pool areas currently being laid.

  All the underground pipework and services have been installed and construction of the water treatment filtration room is underway, scheduled to be completed in March.

  The external pathway around the southern section is open for community use, complemented by native planting along the riverbank.

  Once complete, stage one of the redeveloped water playground will include a variety of family-friendly water play elements such as a water creek, wading pool and splash pad. Inspired by local native flora and fauna, it will also feature access for all abilities, plenty of shade and links to the river foreshore.

  Stage two of the Maylands Waterland redevelopment plans to incorporate a deep water pool, public toilet refurbishment and existing foreshore play space replacement, and will be subject to the availability of future funding.

  Subject to water quality testing, Maylands Waterland is scheduled to open to the public in June 2022.

• Progress at Maylands Waterland redevelopment

  The redevelopment of Maylands Waterland is progressing, however the unseasonably high rainfall over recent months and the impact on the global supply chain and labour availability due to COVID-19, have unfortunately delayed progress at the site.

  Despite these setbacks, a great amount of work has been achieved and the redevelopment is progressing well. Site preparation and groundworks are finished; and the foundations for the splash pad and connecting pipework have been laid. The concrete formwork for accessibility ramps and staircases, and the external pathway around the southern section have been completed; as has native planting along the riverbank. Off-site construction of artwork, waterplay elements and other buildings is on schedule and will be ready for installation in the coming months.

  We look forward to opening the main parkland and stage one of the redevelopment to the public in June 2022. This will include a family-friendly water creek, wading pool and splash pad, as well as access for all abilities, plenty of shade and links to the river foreshore.

  Stage two of the redevelopment plans to incorporate a deep water pool, public toilet refurbishment and the replacement of the existing foreshore play space, subject to funding. We thank you for your patience and understanding as we continue work on this much-loved community asset.

• Construction of stage one begins

  The City is pleased to announce that construction has commenced on stage one of the Maylands Waterland project. The design of water play areas were inspired by the Swan River, local native flora and fauna. Maylands Waterland will include a splash pad, water creek, wading pool, play areas, accessible toilets and changing rooms, shade sails, grassed areas in addition to community picnic areas.

  
  

  The site was blessed with a traditional smoking ceremony by Balladong, Whadjuk Noongar Representative Vaughn McGuire, joined by Major Dan Bull, Councillors, local residents, contractors and local community groups.

  To read more about stage one and the smoking ceremony please visit the City's website.

• City releases new concept plans for Maylands Waterland

  Media Release August 2020

  Concept plans unveiled by the City of Bayswater for the redevelopment of the much loved Maylands Waterland will see water play areas, inspired by local native flora and fauna, open for little ones to enjoy by June 2022.

  In March 2020 Council approved draft concept plans for the redevelopment of the facility. The concept plans were based on feedback from the community and input from the Maylands Waterland Working Group.

  The City subsequently engaged renowned landscape architect, Dr Josh Byrne, and his team to develop more detailed concept plans.

  Mayor Dan Bull said Josh brings with him a wealth of experience.

  “I am so pleased Josh Byrne is collaborating with the City on the concept plans for the redevelopment of Maylands Waterland.

  “This facility is close to the hearts of many community members; so many people have fond memories of time spent at Waterland. I am confident the expertise Josh and his team bring to the project will ensure the City delivers a facility our community can be proud of and enjoy for generations to come.

  Community members will get a sneak peek at concept plans for the redeveloped of Maylands Waterland during information sessions, hosted by Josh Byrne, at 10am on Saturday 29 August or 6pm and 7pm on Wednesday 2 September at the Maylands Peninsula Sport and Recreation Centre (located next door to Maylands Waterland).

  “I would encourage community members to come along to our information sessions, check out the concept plans and hear Josh’s vision for the redeveloped Maylands Waterland first hand.

  The design of the redeveloped Maylands Waterland is inspired by the Swan River, local native species and fauna. This theme will be incorporated within the facility through custom made play elements, artworks and sculptures.

  The design incorporates best practice in bioengineering that will improve the health and ecological value of the Swan River. There will also be opportunities for environmental education and interpretation along the river foreshore. The balance of Whadjuk Nyungar and European heritage linked to the site is also reflected in many of the design features.

  Mayor Dan Bull said the design is both inspiring and inclusive.

  “The concept plans complement the natural beauty of the site while incorporating the variety of family-friendly water play elements our community told us they wanted. There will be access for all abilities, plenty of shade and links to the river foreshore. I am confident the plans capture the essence of the original Maylands Waterland.

  “Waterland will continue to be place for younger children to build their confidence in the water with a water creek, wading pool and splash pad promised for delivery in June 2022.

  Maylands Waterland will be redeveloped in two stages. It is anticipated stage one will be completed and open for the community to use by June 2022. Stage one is costed at $3.5 million. Josh Byrne and his team have also prepared concept plans for stage two but they will be subject to the availability of future funding.

  Mayor Dan Bull said the redevelopment of Maylands Waterland was fast tracked as part of the City’s $5.09 million local economic and social stimulus package. Announced in May 2020, the package is aimed at stimulating the local economy by providing work for staff, local contractors and suppliers as they recover from the COVID-19 crisis.

  Concept plans for the redeveloped Maylands Waterland can be viewed on the City’s engagement portal at engage.bayswater.wa.gov.au

  Maylands Waterland redevelopment – a snapshot

  Stage One

  Stage one of the redevelopment of Maylands Waterland is costed at $3.5million and will be delivered in June 2022.

  Key features

  • Splash pad, water creek, wading/splash pool, play areas, accessible toilets and changing rooms, shade sails and structures, grassed areas, community picnic areas including barbecues, provision for mobile catering, fencing and self-closing gates.

  Stage Two

  Stage two of the redevelopment of Maylands Waterland is costed at $3.7million and is subject to future funding.

  Key features

  • A leisure pool, additional changing rooms, family play spaces, community picnic areas including barbecues, connecting pathways throughout the foreshore reserve, redeveloped public toilets on the foreshore (at the boat ramp), improved localised living stream outflows to the Swan River.