Yubup Park, Brunswick - Turning the industrial past into community open space
Park of the Year Award
VIC/TAS
Submission Overview
Yubup Park, Brunswick, transforms an industrial site into a thriving community space. Aligned with Merri-bek City Council’s Park Close to Home framework, it ensures equitable access to open space in a growing urban area. The park blends heritage conservation with sustainable design, featuring deep soil planting, preserved industrial structures, and diverse social spaces for relaxation and play. Funded through developer contributions and state support, Yubup Park enhances well-being, fosters social connection, and serves as a model for innovative urban renewal.