VICTORIA PARK / BAKKABAKKANDI COMMUNITY RECREATION PARK CONCEPT MASTER PLAN. November 2008

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1 CONCEPT MASTER PLAN November 2008

2 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Concept Master Plan Summary Concept Master Plan Outline Plan Concept Master Plan Perspectives SECTION ONE - BACKGROUND Context Existing Site Existing Use SECTION TWO - VISION AND BENCHMARKS Proposed Vision Guiding Principles Benchmarks SECTION THREE - PRECINCT PLANS Precinct Plan Precinct 1 - Woodland Recreation Precinct 2 - Community Recreation and Sport Precinct 3 - Grandstand and Premium Field Precinct 4 - Special Events SECTION FOUR - OVERALL PLANS Movement Activities Vegetation Dog Off Leash Area SECTION FIVE - IMPLEMENTATION Project Packages CONTENTS

3 Introduction / Context Victoria Park/Bakkabakkandi is the largest intact segment of the Adelaide Park Lands comprising 72 hectares characterised by expansive open space. Horseracing has been the dominant activity within the Park since the 1840s. Victoria Park lends itself to a range of community activities due to its accessible open space, proximity to the CBD, availability of parking, facilities, size and picturesque location. Current uses include: School sports Football, soccer and cross country carnivals Pedal Prix Prologue event for the Classic Adelaide Car Rally Clipsal Model plane flying Horse Trials Community recreation activities such as use of the exercise trail, dog walking and running. Consultation with key stakeholders has been undertaken to explore the possible future of Victoria Park within the context of the South Australian Jockey Club (SAJC) vacating the site. This Master Plan is informed by the consultation findings and looks to build on and reinforce the existing site features and functions to encourage greater and more diverse use of the park for community based activities. Whilst the park may be used for mass participation events such as SAPSASA sporting carnivals, Pedal Prix, Masters Games or University Games, it is equally important to ensure access to the park for a variety of everyday individual recreation pursuits. Landscape character The open space character and long vistas to the Adelaide foothills provide identity to Victoria Park within the context of the Adelaide Park Lands. The edges of the park are proposed to be reinforced by extensive plantings of River Red Gums (E. camaldulensis) and Blue Gums (E. leucoxylon) which assist in enclosing and defining the Park. Built Form The majority of built structures in Victoria Park/Bakkabakkandi are old and dilapidated and do not contribute to the many active uses of the park by the community and licence holders. The result of the SAJC leaving the site will be that many of the buildings and fencing dominating the north-eastern corner of the site will be redundant and removed allowing new possibilities and uses for the site. Removal of this redundant infrastructure will greatly improve public access to the Park. Vision The draft Master Plan has been developed in line with a set of Council endorsed guiding principles. In addition, the project team propose the following vision for the improvement of Victoria Park/Bakkabakkandi: To create a vibrant, flexible and sustainable recreational open space within the iconic Adelaide Park Lands, supporting a variety of community activities whilst preserving the unique landscape and heritage qualities of the site. Design Themes Community use of Victoria Park/Bakkabakkandi for a wide variety of recreation activities drives the Master Plan. Multiuse recreation amenities support a range of users including school sports, sporting clubs, individuals and mass participation sporting and recreation activities. Existing landscape qualities such as the sense of open space and vistas to the hills are retained, whilst planting of the park edges is substantially reinforced. New trees and understorey build on the existing ecology of the site to achieve a rich biodiversity that is educative, attractive and sustainable. Improvements are made to the site s biodiversity, with the wooded urban forest character strengthened. Stormwater is retained within a new wetland in the south, offering opportunities for discovery, interpretation, revegetation and education whilst linking walking trails to the wider Park path network. An additional layer of exploration and adventure is established through experiences of the urban wilderness, nature trails, boardwalks and cultural gathering spaces. Park Precincts The Master Plan considers the site in four precincts. Precinct 1 (Woodland Recreation) reinforces connections with adjacent Park Lands and provides a strong site identity particularly along Fullarton and Wakefield Roads. Extensive new planting of trees and understorey reinforce the park edges and enclose the open space areas of Precincts 2 & 4. This also forms the playspace and extended sweat track facility. Precinct 2 (Community Recreation and Sport) is a flexible recreation and sporting precinct which is designed to foster a variety of community based activities. Precinct 3 (Grandstand and Premium Field) incorporates an informal plaza, gathering space and entrance axis along with securing a future for the heritage grandstand by providing viable and valued ongoing uses through the introduction of a premium playing field forward of the grandstand. The types of activities occurring in this precinct could include community based events and one off organised events such as state based sporting events. Precinct 4 (Racing) looks to take advantage of the existing Clipsal infrastructure for a broader range of community uses year round. A criterium loop allows cycling and pedal prix uses within the park, negating the current need to close Wakefield Road for competitive events. Combined, these improvements will contribute towards a revitalised Victoria Park as one of the Adelaide Park Lands best used venues for community Park Land recreation and activities. Biodiversity and ecological value of the park will also be increased by new plantings and adoption of contemporary park management techniques that support water conservation and ecological sustainability. Realisation of the Master Plan will contribute to the blueprint for responsible management of the wider Adelaide Park Lands that reinforces their world class value. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

4 FULLARTON ROAD GREENHILL ROAD WAKEFIELD ROAD EAST TERRACE N CONCEPT MASTER PLAN - OUTLINE PLAN A vibrant, flexible and sustainable recreational open space within the iconic Adelaide Park Lands, supporting a variety of community activities whilst preserving the unique landscape and heritage qualities of the site. 1 retain + upgrade heritage grandstand 2 plaza courtyard 3 premium field 4 cycling / pedal prix criterium track 5 motor racing track 6 soft surface walking /running track 7 acc park lands trail 8 shared use pathway 9 formalisation of beaumont road parking 10 south park lands creek wetland, aquifer storage and recovery (ASR), boardwalk and trail 11 playing fields, ovals and temporary shade structures 12 public toilet 13 sports amenities 14 temporary car parking on permeable surface 15 entry 16 bike parking 17 urban forest 18 reference markers of former horse race track location 19 new native tree planting adjacent wakefield road 20 city of burnside car park 21 former kiosk and ticket box retained 22 iron gateway, grandstand entrance gates and bookmakers league building retained 23 picnic / bbq node 24 kaurna heritage bush tucker trail 25 signalised pedestrian crossing 26 wetlands and park lands education facility with public toilet and kiosk 27 bbq node, play space, childrens bicycle loop, petanque and 3-on-3 court 28 community playing courts 29 cafe / kiosk in grandstand entrance gates building 30 shelter 31 adventure play area 32 mature eucalypt plantings and lighting to path

5 PREMIUM PLAYING FIELD AND HERITAGE GRANDSTAND

6 SOUTH PARK LANDS CREEK, WETLAND, BOARDWALK AND TRAILS

7 ENTRY PLAZA AND HERITAGE LISTED GRANDSTAND

8 COMMUNITY RECREATION AND SPORT

9 PARK 15 / ITYAMAIITPINNA VICTORIA PARK / BAKKABAKKANDI PARK 17 / TUTTANGGA ADELAIDE CITY CONTEXT Victoria Park/Bakkabakkandi is the largest intact segment of the Adelaide Park Lands comprising 72 hectares and is characterised by expansive open space.

10 FULLARTON ROAD GREENHILL ROAD WAKEFIELD ROAD EAST TERRACE Bus Route To North Tce Bus Route To City PARK LANDS CONTEXT The Park is bounded on three sides by main connector roads and to the east by the residential precinct along East Terrace. Pedestrian and cycle links to adjacent parks and surrounding suburbs are provided by way of sealed shared use pathways. Main Road Links Pedestrian / Cycle Links Public Transport Routes

11 everyday use clipsal construction clipsal mode EXISTING SITE Community recreation such as running, dog walking, organised sports and individual recreation pursuits occur throughout the year. From January to early May the site is scattered with temporary infrastructure associated with Clipsal. The site experiences intense use during the Clipsal racing week with up to 90,000 spectators visiting each day and 3000 cars parked on site.

12 EXISTING SITE: LANDSCAPE QUALITIES The park is characterised by open vistas to the Adelaide foothills and mature tree planting of River Red Gums to the edges of the Park.

13 Former Kiosk Former Ticket Booth Horse Stables Grandstand Entrance Gates + Adelaide Jockey Club Bookmakers League Iron Gates Grandstand Entrance Gates Maintenace Building + Members Grandstand Heritage Grandstand EXISTING SITE: STRUCTURES The majority of buildings in Victoria Park/Bakkabakkandi are concentrated in the north-eastern corner and are associated with the former South Australian Jockey Club horse racing use of the site. The majority of these buildings are redundant and are recommended for removal as part of the vision for Victoria Park/Bakkabakkandi.

14 MAJOR STAKEHOLDERS EXISTING USES AND ACTIVITIES SA Motor Sport Board (Clipsal) Sporting Licence Holders Prince Alfred College Christian Brothers College Southern Soaring League Regular Event Holders Pedal Prix SAPSASA Classic Adelaide Australian International Three Day Event (Horse Trials) Adelaide Park Lands Authority South East City Residents Association Adelaide Park Lands Preservation Association Adelaide and Mount Lofty Ranges NRM Board Community Users City of Burnside City of Norwood, Payneham & St Peters City of Unley EXISTING USE Stakeholder consultation was conducted to determine existing elements for retention and possible future direction for Victoria Park/Bakkabakkandi within the context of SAJC departing the site. The consultation responses have informed the Master Plan proposal.

15 PROPOSED VISION FOR VICTORIA PARK / BAKKABAKKANDI To create a vibrant, flexible and sustainable recreational open space within the iconic Adelaide Park Lands, supporting a variety of community activities whilst preserving the unique landscape and heritage qualities of the site. VISION

16 GUIDING PRINCIPLES PREVIOUSLY ENDORSED BY COUNCIL Consider the design within the context of the City. Rejuvenate the Heritage Grandstand. Remove redundant buildings and structures. Ensure best practice in facility provision. Create a flexible design that permits a range of activities. Provide choices for the community. Connect spaces and encourage movement throughout the Park. Improve the natural assets of the Park. Ensure sustainable and efficient water use. Create a strong identity. VISION The Master Plan has been developed in line with a set of Council endorsed guiding principles provided within the project brief.

17 VISION & BENCHMARKS: ACTIVE RECREATION Mixed use recreation including school sport, sporting clubs, individuals and mass participation sporting and recreation activities.

18 VISION & BENCHMARKS: LANDSCAPE QUALITIES Open vistas to Adelaide foothills retained; wetland introduced and biodiversity improved; interpretation and natural discovery opportunities explored; wooded urban forest character reinforced.

19 VISION & BENCHMARKS: COMMUNITY USE Fun; exploration; adventure; urban wilderness; discovery; potential for unique adventure activities - rock climbing, flying fox; interpretation; education; boardwalks; nature trails.

20 VISION & BENCHMARKS: OPEN SPACE & VISTAS Vistas across the Park and to the foothills retained; open spaces defined and reinforced.

21 WAKEFIELD ROAD GREENHILL ROAD FULLARTON ROAD EAST TERRACE N CONCEPT PRECINCT PLAN The site is divided into four main precincts. Precinct 1 - Woodland Recreation Precinct 2 - Community Recreation and Sport Precinct 3 - Grandstand & Premium Field Precinct 4 - Special Events

22 Improved path and trail network - trail rides, horses, bikes Expanded sweat track - exercise stations, personal trainers, yoga Picnic areas South Park Lands Creek - habitat, biodiveristy, urban forest Bush tucker and heritage trails, interpretation, signage N Wetland and Aquifer Recharge - education, exploration, adventure, interpretative facility 1 WOODLAND RECREATION Precinct 1 reinforces connections with adjacent Park Lands and provides a strong site identity particularly along Fullarton and Wakefield Roads. Extensive new planting of trees and understorey reinforce the park edges and enclose the open space areas of Precincts 2 & 4.

23 10 full size soccer/hockey fields 3 full size cricket/football ovals Upgraded playing fields - sport Open space areas and upgraded playing fields - passive recreation, kite flying, model planes Open space areas and trails network - walking, running, dog exercise Upgraded playing fields - school sports, sporting carnivals N New community playing courts 2 COMMUNITY RECREATION AND SPORT Precinct 2 is a flexible recreation and sporting precinct which is designed to foster a variety of community based activities. Upgraded playing fields and amenities - mass participation activities such as masters games, university games, sapsasa, golden oldies

24 Investigate retention and reuse of former kiosk, ticket box, iron gates, grandstand entrances and bookmakers league building Entry plaza - cafe/kiosk, gardens, planting, public art, interpretation, gathering, markets, displays Heritage grandstand conserved and upgraded Criterium loop track - pedal prix, cycling races, presentation ceremony Childrens playspace New premium pitch and playing field for sporting carnivals, school sports day, cross country 3-on-3 basketball area New premium playing field - dressage, soccer, rugby, football, baseball 3N GRANDSTAND & PREMIUM FIELD Precinct 3 incorporates an informal plaza, gathering space and entrance axis along with securing a future for the heritage grandstand by providing viable and valued ongoing uses through the introduction of a premium playing field forward of the grandstand. The types of activities occurring in this precinct could include community based events and one off organised activities such as state based sporting carnivals.

25 Existing Clipsal track - Classic Adelaide Existing Clipsal hardstand - rollerblading, bike riding New criterium loop - pedal prix & cycle races, bike riding, criterium loop Existing Clipsal track - Clipsal 500 4N SPECIAL EVENTS Precinct 4 looks to take advantage of the existing Clipsal infrastructure for a broader range of community uses year round. A criterium loop allows cycling and pedal prix uses within the park, without the need to close Wakefield Road for competitive events.

26 WAKEFIELD ROAD GREENHILL ROAD FULLARTON ROAD EAST TERRACE N MOVEMENT Provision of a variety of pavement surfaces and access points support and enrich the public experience within Victoria Park/Bakkabakkandi. shared use: cycles / pedestrians (formal) jogging (permeable) walking trails (informal) criterium track

27 WAKEFIELD ROAD GREENHILL ROAD FULLARTON ROAD EAST TERRACE N ACTIVITIES Areas for a variety of informal community recreation activities dominate the site. Programmed activities utilising facilities such as the heritage grandstand area and the playing fields can run simultaneously whilst still allowing open public access to Victoria Park/Bakkabakkandi. playing fields cycling / pedal prix community use (formal uses) community use (informal recreation) wetland / interpretation / biodiversity

28 WAKEFIELD ROAD GREENHILL ROAD FULLARTON ROAD EAST TERRACE N VEGETATION New trees and understorey build on the existing ecology of the site, to achieve a rich biodiversity that is educative, attractive and sustainable. tree avenue woodland olive grove riparian / wetland playing field grassland existing vegetation

29 WAKEFIELD ROAD GREENHILL ROAD FULLARTON ROAD EAST TERRACE DOG OFF LEASH AREA DOG OFF LEASH AREA

30 WAKEFIELD ROAD GREENHILL ROAD FULLARTON ROAD EAST TERRACE PATHWAYS TREE PLANTING PATHWAYS N CONCEPT MASTER PLAN - PROJECT DELIVERY PACKAGE ONE - Pathways and tree planting (A large portion of these works to be completed by June 2009)

31 WAKEFIELD ROAD GREENHILL ROAD FULLARTON ROAD EAST TERRACE N PREMIUM PLAYING FIELD SPORTSFIELDS INCLUDING TOILETS AND CHANGING ROOMS CONCEPT MASTER PLAN - PROJECT DELIVERY PACKAGE TWO - Sportsfields and Premium Playing Field

32 WAKEFIELD ROAD GREENHILL GREENHILL ROAD ROAD FULLARTON ROAD FULLARTON ROAD EAST TERRACE EXPLORATION / ADVENTURE PLAY EAST TERRACE WETLANDS N CONCEPT MASTER PLAN - PROJECT DELIVERY PACKAGE THREE - Wetland, educational/interpretive facilities and exploration/adventure play EDUCATIONAL / INTERPRETIVE FACILITIES

33 GREENHILL ROAD CAFE / KIOSK SWEAT TRACK FULLARTON ROAD WAKEFIELD ROAD PAVED PLAZA EAST TERRACE FORMALISED PLAY SWEAT TRACK N CONCEPT MASTER PLAN - PROJECT DELIVERY PACKAGE FOUR - Community Plaza and Recreation facilities

34 GREENHILL ROAD FULLARTON ROAD WAKEFIELD ROAD GRANDSTAND REUSE EAST TERRACE CONCEPT MASTER PLAN - PROJECT DELIVERY PACKAGE FIVE - Grandstand understorey adaptive re-use