Ben Pethick Reserve is located in Marion.
A large River Red Gum stands imposingly at the entrance to the reserve and is a significant tree.
The Ben Pethick Reserve Playground removal was referenced at a General Council Meeting on 24 September 2019.
The following endorsements were made:
- Notes the consultation feedback as provided in Appendix 2.
- Endorses proceeding with the removal of the playground equipment at Ben Pethick Reserve, and replacing with turf. No mulching, nature play equipment or picnic bench will be added. The removal will be timed after the installation of swings at Oaklands Estate Reserve.
- Endorses installation of standard swings (double swing with baby swing and standard swing) at Oaklands Estate Reserve playground, at a cost of up to $20,000 to be funded through the playground removal budget.