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Aug 12, 2024 12:10:07 PM
Experience the tranquility of life surrounded by nature's bounty.
The central parks and green spaces near Clara Place offer numerous benefits to both individuals and communities. These natural spaces promote improved mental health, increased opportunities for physical activity, enhanced air quality, and the preservation of biodiversity.
Living in Fraser Rise, it's easy to get outside and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature. From wild nature reserves and curated gardens to manicured sports fields and engaging playgrounds, the surrounding parks and green spaces provide endless opportunities for the whole family to explore and enjoy - here are just a few of our top picks:
Clara Place Central Park
In addition to the surrounding grasslands and trails, Clara Place be home to a 1ha central park and a future sporting reserve with plenty of shared public spaces and amenities to facilitate the growth and development of a strong community. The space emerges as a vibrant oasis of green amid the vibrant new community
Situated at the heart of Clara Place
Boronia Drive Reserve
Just a seven-minute drive from Clara Place, Boronia Drive Reserve has something for the whole family to enjoy, with a playground, outdoor gym and fenced dog park surrounding a central sports reserve.
Connected to the Stony Hill Creek and with plenty of BBQ facilities picnic tables to go around, Boronia Drive Reserve is perfect for a family day spent in the great outdoors.
Approximately 5.1 kilometres from Clara Place
Organ Pipes National Park
Sprawling 121-hectares of protected area for local flora and fauna, Organ Pipes National Park get its name from the stunning volcanic rock formations at the centre of the park, formed more than 2.5 million years ago by the cooling of ancient lava.
Winding through the park, Jacksons Creek is the perfect background for a leisurely walk or scenic picnic, while also giving young explorers the chance to scout for fossils in the sandstone bedrock.
Approximately 7.3 kilometres from Clara Place
Hannah Watts Park
Named after the City of Melton’s first midwife, Hannah Watts Park has been designed with accessibility and inclusion in mind, featuring extensive play equipment including accessible play panels, sensory play and natural hideout areas, and an all abilities swing and whirly go-round.
The park also features a 1.3km walking trail along the Toolern Creek, offering plenty of opportunities to spot some native flora and fauna – including long neck tortoises!
Approximately 12.9 kilometres from Clara Place
Melton Botanic Garden
Developed and maintained by dedicated volunteers, the Melton Botanic Garden hosts a stunning collection of native and international plants clustered around the picturesque Darlingsford Lake.
With over 5km of walking trails, a nationally registered collection of eucalypts and a dedicated bird sanctuary, there’s always something new to discover at the Garden - there’s even a nursery on-site for those with green thumbs!
