Update:

In August 2025, residents were asked to vote on their preferred design for the Lukin Lane Reserve playground. That feedback has led to the final design, and we are excited to announce that construction will commence on Monday, December 8. Works will take approximately 2 weeks.

What we heard: Design One was the most popular option during the consultation with 76% of the votes. A strong desire of the community was that the playground address the gap in play provision for kids between 2 and 8 years old.

What has been included: Monkey bars, open slides and fencing (due to proximity of the waterway) were popular features. The preferred design also includes a swing set with rubber path connection, accessible rocker, speaking tubes, rope wall and interactive game panel, wobbly bridge and pommel climbers. The roof of the play unit has been designed to provide shade coverage for play.

What has not been included: Given that Lukin Lane Reserve playground is categorised as a local level play space under our Wodonga Play Space Strategy and we have a limited budget we have not been able to include everything that the community requested. With two other play spaces within walking distance in Killara having shade sails and water provision, it has been determined to focus investment on play opportunities and other amenities. Shade is not being ignored - additional tree planting has been scheduled; however, we acknowledge that this does not have immediate effect. Further seating is planned within the reserve as budgets allow.


Artist impression - Design One - Lukin Lane Reserve playground (courtesy of Creative Recreation Solutions)

Wodonga Council is committed to the provision of high-quality play environments across the municipality. These should be equitable and diverse; accessible, inclusive, stimulating and challenging for a variety of age ranges. Play spaces should account for children’s physical, social, cognitive, emotional and creative skills offering variety.

The Wodonga Playspace Strategy guides the development of our play space network, site assessments and independent and safety audits determine renewal recommendations and prioritisation.

Wodonga Council will be installing play equipment in the reserve at Lukin Lane in 2025/26. The reserve is connected to the estates broader open space network and has been identified for embellishment.

The site is approximately 700m2 in Precinct BK2, the nearest playgrounds are Henrika Kuljurgies and Cuthbert St.

Precinct assessment and feedback from residents have identified the need for a play space catering to younger children.

This development will include:

  • Play equipment for children aged 2-8 years;
  • Earthworks;
  • Fencing around the perimeter;
  • Seating; and,
  • Internal path connection.

Two concept designs have been proposed as we are seeking feedback to determine which is the community's preference. Switch between the 'Design 1' and 'Design 2' tabs below to see both design options. Alternatively, you can view the Design 1 and Design 2 concept design documents.

To vote for your favourite concept design, complete the online form available below the design details.

Design 1

Design 2

Have your say

This consultation is open from Friday August 1 to Thursday August 21 2025.

Anyone who lives, works, studies or invests in Wodonga or visits the municipality and uses the facilities, is invited to review the information provided, ask questions and provide feedback during this time.

Ways to provide feedback