Barbecue's
The barbecue's have been relocated to be under the picnic shelters.
Engagement closed on Monday 2 March 2026, thank you to everyone who shared their feedback.
Read the Engagement Report here to find out what the community told us. We'd also love to hear your experience by filling out our survey to tell us how we did.
If you would like to stay up to date, you can follow the project's progress through the Wyndham Capital Works dashboard.
How we've included your feedback!
In response to community feedback, several updates have been made to the final concept plan.
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Signage
New heritage and environmental interpretative signage will be included.
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Public Toilet
The Public Toilet has been reorientated to face away from the car park, with additional landscaping incorporated around it to minimise visual impacts on nearby properties.
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Plough
A new safety and risk assessment is being undertaken to determine how the Plough can be safely retained in the upgraded Park. Most people wanted the old Plough to be retained on site, despite it not being directly related to the former Farm. If the Plough is deemed unsafe, it will either be relocated or repurposed. Should removal be required in future, Council will notify the Community via onsite signage.
Final Concept Plan
Initial consultation
Share your feedback on the proposed concept design and help shape the future of our park!
Before providing your feedback:
- Read the background information below
- View the proposed concept design map below
- View items in the Document Library
- Read the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) below
Share your feedback before 11:59PM Monday 2 March 2025 via the survey below.
Background
Riverbend Historical Park is a key location along Werribee River and provides direct access to the river, with a canoe launch and picnic facilities. The park sits on the traditional lands of the Bunurong, whose ongoing connection to Country continues to shape the cultural and environmental significance of this area.
Council are proposing improvements to Riverbend Historical Park in response to expected increases in park use, and community requests for better facilities.
A rise in visitors and foot traffic at Riverbend Historical Park is anticipated due to:
- Nearby residential development nearing completion.
- A potential future pedestrian bridge over the Werribee River (exact location to be determined), which will connect to the future Werribee Township Regional Park.
In addition to this Melbourne Water will be upgrading the canoe launch to a floating pontoon.
What will the park upgrade look like?
Proposed Concept Design for Riverbend Historical Park
