Lake Ellen Heritage Hub Park and Playground Concept Plan

Lake Ellen Heritage Hub Park and playground (The Hub) is a popular regional recreation park located on the perimeter of the Bundaberg CBD and adjacent to Baldwin Swamp Environmental Park.

The Hub features a large playground, a network of bike tracks and a Liberty swing designed for wheelchairs.

The Hub also includes a large shelter with plenty of tables making this area a popular park for families and children, and it is often used for children’s parties and family barbecues.

Lake Ellen Heritage Hub Park and Playground has been identified for upgrade and development as part of Bundaberg Regional Council’s Parks and Open Space Strategy 2019-2026.

Community feedback will help Council develop a Concept Plan to be shared with the community for further feedback. Based on this feedback, the concept plan will be finalised and submitted to Council for endorsement.

Community consultation

Council invites you to ‘have your say’ to ensure the future of Lake Ellen Heritage Hub Park and Playground is guided by your needs and vision.

To assist with the future development of this facility we would like to know what type of recreational activities and equipment you would like to see in this area.

Consultation Day

You are invited to attend a consultation day at Lake Ellen playground where you can talk to Council staff and consultants about the project. There will be activities designed for children to give their feedback about the park. Everyone is welcome.

When: 9am – 12pm. Saturday 19th March 2022

Where: Lake Ellen Heritage Hub Park and Playground, East Bundaberg

Community Survey

An online community survey is open until Sunday 10 April. You can access it here or further down the page. Paper copies of the survey are also available by contacting Council on 1300 883 699 or by emailing engagement@bundaberg.qld.gov.au

Making Memories Photo Competition

Share your favourite photo of your time at Lake Ellen playground for the chance to win great prizes. Add your photo in the Stories section below, to be in the running to win a double season pass to the Moncrieff Entertainment Centre and a Family Pass to Hinkler Hall of Aviation (2 adults and 2 children). Please read the Terms and Conditions here before entering the competition.

UPDATE SEPTEMBER 2022

Lake Ellen Draft Concept Design feedback

Thanks to everyone who provided input on Lake Ellen Heritage Hub Park and Playground. A draft concept design has now been completed. Please review the design and let us know what you think by filling out the survey below, by 16th October, 2022.

View the full size concept plan here.

Read the full report here.