Kennedy Park, Thompsons Beach Upgrade

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Moira Shire Council are commencing works on the upgrade of Thompsons Beach along the foreshore area.  This project implements recommendations from the Kennedy Park, Thompsons Beach Master Plan with a focus on a new play space for families, improving pedestrian access, and the upgrade of existing park furniture and infrastructure.

Council have received the following grant to undertake these works: Cross-Border Commissioner’s Infrastructure Fund (CBCIF): COVID Recovery Round with the Office of the NSW Cross-Border Commissioner | Department of Regional NSW. 

Moira Shire Council and Berrigan Shire Council are co-contributors to this project.

The upgrade works include: 

> Installation of a new playground
> An accessible path linking key infrastructure on the foreshore
> All abilities car parking upgrade
> Installation of shade structures, park furniture and art that captures the natural environment
> Upgrade of signage, other park infrastructure such as bollards, and landscaping
 

Updates

April 2025

Improvement works at Thompsons Beach will recommence from 28 April 2025, with several upgrades underway to improve the area for the community.

Upcoming works include:

  • Construction of footpaths along the foreshore to improve access and connect key infrastructure

  • Installation of all-abilities car parking spaces near the toilet facilities

  • Installation of shade structures to provide relief during warmer months

  • Renewal of park furniture to provide additional seating

  • Renewal of bollards along the carpark to connect with the natural environment.

  • Upgrades of signage, landscaping, and installation of additional artwork.

Some areas of the foreshore will be temporarily closed during the works. Council and contractors will work to minimise disruption wherever possible.

The playground and artwork installation have already been completed and are ready for the community to enjoy.


May 2024 
The playground at Thompsons Beach, Cobram officially opened. Moira upgrades around the playground are expected to commence before the end of the year, including new sheltered seating areas, picnic tables, new paths, artwork and signage. 


If you would like to know more about this project, please contact Moira Shire Council on (03) 5871 9222 or email info@moira.vic.gov.au

Images of the new playground equipment to be installed at Thompsons Beach.