1. Davis Park Precinct Local Structure Plan - key points on Public Open Space

Led by the City of Fremantle and supported by the Department of Communities, engagement for the Davis Park Local Structure Plan took place in 2019.

The indicative design for the park seeks to:

• Retain the existing nature play, basketball court, grassed area, gazebo, pathways and vegetation.
• Provide places to grow, prepare and cook food.
• Facilitate connections to adjacent residential development.
• Provide north-south pedestrian access through the site linking to the local centre and mixed-use development and the Green link.
• Provide pedestrian links to Bruce Lee Oval.
• Provide for opportunities for nature play.
• Recognise the dry creek bed and natural elements of the existing public open space.

The landscaping philosophy for Davis Park seeks to:

• Create a park for people of all ages and abilities – offering social opportunities.
• Connect to the greater green network.
• Provide places to grow food
• Allow for community events to be held

The landscape approach weaves in the history of the site (Mulberry Farm and State Housing) to ensure it maintains its roots as a social and community gathering place, offers a history of the site and creates a place for people of all ages and abilities.

Landscape planting principles

• Retention of existing trees and vegetation where practicable.
• Planting to consist of predominantly native species.
• If provided, the community garden will comprise a range of fruit orchards and herbs with opportunities for indigenous foods.
• Where possible the use of waterwise vegetation shall take precedence.
• Use of turf limited to those areas identified for active recreation / dog exercise area.

2. Beaconsfield Landscape Masterplan - Appendix G of Davis Park Precinct Local Structure Plan

• Prompt people to learn about the history of the site so they build a better connection with it.
• Replant fruit trees in Davis Park to take it back to its roots as a farm i.e. Pomegranate, Quandong, Lemon Myrtle, Davidson Plum, Native Lime, Fig, Olive, Mulberry, Almond
• Offer people indigenous foods and provide education/interpretation on their preparation and uses.
• Allow for community events that are based around the harvest.

3. The Heart of Beaconsfield Masterplan

Between 2017 – 2018, The City of Fremantle conducted extensive community consultation on the masterplan for the heart of Beaconsfield. Two of the key themes arising from this consultation covered:

- Tree retention and open space provision

- Sense of place and community facilities

Some general principles arising from the masterplan that are relevant to the Public Open Space planning include:

• Pedestrian and green links
• Stronger and safer connections are needed to link areas of open space with other community facilities and established residential areas.
• Improvements to existing parks e.g. Davis Park
• Davis Park open space is to be retained and expanded.
• Pedestrian connectivity improvements, combined with staged redevelopment of key sites (e.g. Davis Park), will provide opportunities to improve the perception of safety within the suburb.
• Improved passive surveillance and lighting in new development should also contribute to improved security.

4. Beaconsfield former TAFE site engagement

Between 2022 – 2023, DevelopmentWA undertook community engagement on the concept plan for the former TAFE site.

The following ideas for Public Open Space were collected:

• Green space should be prioritised and there was support for retaining existing trees and planting more trees and vegetation.
• Calls for bike paths, a skate park and/or pump track and children’s playground (with more advanced equipment), pop-up toy and book library, nature playground, sporting or gym facilities, dog off-leash area/dog-free zones, BBQ areas, toilets, water fountain, lake or water and green connections from the existing precinct to the new site.
• Usable space instead of manicured landscape.
• Support for a community garden, with reference made to a concept based on the successful Hilton Harvest Community Garden, plantings containing medicinal benefits (e.g. bush tucker), and acknowledgement and interpretation of cultural heritage and the history of the site.
• A community hub that fosters creativity and different forms of artistry (including local artists), and a community space for concerts and performances.
• Site safety and security consideration including requests for adequate lighting and security cameras.

Lefroy is approximately 14-hectares of land and comprises the Davis Park precinct and the Beaconsfield TAFE site. To findout more information about Lefroy, visit the DevelopmentWA website.

DevelopmentWA and the Department of Communities are working together to identify the constraints and opportunities within the area to optimise staged development over the next decade.

The Beaconsfield Redevelopment Project area falls within the City of Fremantle’s “The Heart of Beaconsfield” masterplan area. The masterplan provides an indication of how multiple sites in The Heart of Beaconsfield might develop over time to capitalise on the suburb’s great attributes, and to facilitate further improvements along the way. It was formulated in consultation with key landowners and the community over several years, providing a vision for how various community objectives might be met over time.

Concept design and engagement summary released - early 2025

Design approvals - mid-2025

Construction commences - late 2025

*timings are anticipated and subject to change

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To learn more about Lefroy (Beaconsfield Redevelopment Project), head to the project webpage.