Help shape the future of Somerville Recreation Reserve
Published on 31 March 2025
We’re inviting community members to share their ideas and feedback about Somerville Recreation Reserve. Due to growing demand, the Reserve is in need of some upgrades, and the State Government has provided funding for a draft Master Plan.
We want to understand how you currently use the reserve – or why you don’t – and what improvements would make it a more inviting and vibrant space for everyone. Whether you’re passionate about sports, enjoy a peaceful walk, or are looking for more family-friendly facilities, we need your input!
Some ideas to consider:
- Upgraded sporting facilities
- Better walking and cycling paths
- Improved playspace
- Picnic/BBQ area
- More shaded areas
- Improve or increase car parking.
How to provide your thoughts:
Community consultation is currently open and closes 20 April.
Online
Go to mornpen.vic.gov.au/Somervillerecreserve and take the survey online
In person
- Somerville Recreation Centre, 14 Edward Street, Tuesday 1 April, 3 – 7pm
- Somerville Recreation Reserve playground, 259 Jones Road, 3 April, 12 noon - 4pm
In writing
Hard copy feedback forms are available on request at any of our Customer Service Centres at Hastings, Mornington and Rosebud and Local Connection Points in Somerville, Red Hill, Dromana and Sorrento.
You can submit them via email at ciospadmin@mornpen.vic.gov.au or via post:
Somerville Master Plan
Mornington Peninsula Shire
Private Bag 1000, Rosebud, Victoria, 3939
Quotes attributable to Mayor Councillor Anthony Marsh:
“The Master Plan will shape the future of the Somerville Recreation Reserve, which currently features cricket practice nets, tennis courts, netball courts, three pavilions, two playgrounds, an oval, a Scout hall, public restrooms, and a bowls club.
"I encourage all locals to share their thoughts! Council is eager to hear your ideas for non-sport-related activities, as well as suggestions for potential upgrades to the existing facilities."
Quotes attributable to Beek Beek Ward Councillor Kate Roper:
“The Somerville community has been rallying for upgrades to their reserve for many years, and I’m pleased we’ve received funding from State Government to get this project underway.
“With large football, netball and cricket clubs the reserve is struggling to keep up with demands. We are meeting with the sports clubs to get their feedback on what’s needed to make the Reserve serve them better, but are keen to hear from other users of the reserve too.”