Have your say on Wilson Botanic Park Berwick

Consultation has concluded

Wilson Botanic Park Berwick transformed from a Basalt Quarry to the truly unique 100 acre botanical gardens that it is known as today. Often referred to as the “Jewel in the Suburbs” or the “Hidden Gem” the park offers visitors a myriad of options to enjoy active living, explore open space and nature, experience the environment, education and culture, celebrate special moments and events and connect with their community.

The park has over 30,000 visitors each month.

We invited people to have their say on our park to find out about resident’s experiences, gauge satisfaction with current programs, events and services on offer and understand what you’d like to see at these facilities in the future.

Check out all the info we received in the News Feed.

Wilson Botanic Park Berwick transformed from a Basalt Quarry to the truly unique 100 acre botanical gardens that it is known as today. Often referred to as the “Jewel in the Suburbs” or the “Hidden Gem” the park offers visitors a myriad of options to enjoy active living, explore open space and nature, experience the environment, education and culture, celebrate special moments and events and connect with their community.

The park has over 30,000 visitors each month.

We invited people to have their say on our park to find out about resident’s experiences, gauge satisfaction with current programs, events and services on offer and understand what you’d like to see at these facilities in the future.

Check out all the info we received in the News Feed.

Consultation has concluded

  • Thanks for your feedback.

    6 months ago

    Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback about Wilson Botanic Park Berwick, including the programs and events on offer. We received well over 400 survey responses from the community.

    Here’s what you told us about Wilson Botanic Park Berwick:

    • Most people find the park easy to access and use, although parking can be difficult during busy periods.
    • Many agree that the programs are varied, reasonably priced and of interest to them and their family.
    • People indicated they were happier as a result of attending the park.
    • Most people believe their health has improved and they feel more connected...

    Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback about Wilson Botanic Park Berwick, including the programs and events on offer. We received well over 400 survey responses from the community.

    Here’s what you told us about Wilson Botanic Park Berwick:

    • Most people find the park easy to access and use, although parking can be difficult during busy periods.
    • Many agree that the programs are varied, reasonably priced and of interest to them and their family.
    • People indicated they were happier as a result of attending the park.
    • Most people believe their health has improved and they feel more connected to both nature and their community as a result of attending the park.
    • You told us you would like more outdoor events during the day and evening for the whole family, including movies, music and food festivals.
    • You would like more activities around conservation, planting and propagating, arts and music, and themed activities for children.
    • Most are keen for the café to open.
    • Some would like additional water fountains for people and dogs.

    Next steps

    This information will help in future planning and improve visitors experience at the park. To find out what’s on at Wilson Botanic Park Berwick follow us on Facebook or check out the website for information regarding room and venues available for hire.