Council is committed to delivering safe, inclusive and high‑quality facilities to meet the growing needs of netball within Port Phillip. As the most popular sport for women and girls in Victoria, demand for netball infrastructure continues to rise, and current facilities can’t keep pace.

This is why we are looking to develop four new outdoor netball courts and an inclusive pavilion. You may have heard about this project taking place at Elder Smith Reserve. However, after investigating further, Council hasn’t proceeded here due to major infrastructure risks and higher costs. We want to hear from you as we consider relocating this project to JL Murphy Reserve.

Share your thoughts about the proposal so we can make sure it meets the needs of sporting clubs and community members.

On this page you can:

Your feedback will help us decide:

  • If the netball infrastructure should go ahead at JL Murphy Reserve.
  • What additional amenity is required such as landscaping or greenery.
  • Whether Council should consider exploring other recreation options in future financial years at spaces like Elder Smith Reserve. This will also need to align with the Public Spaces Strategy.
  • If the project proceeds, it will include:
    • Four outdoor netball courts facing north to south
    • Sports court Lighting to Australian Standards
    • Inclusive pavilion (change rooms, toilets, first aid, storage)
    • Associated infrastructure (seating, drink fountains, bike racks, landscaping)
  • Timelines and budget are influenced by the State Government funding requirements and Council’s project management.

Come along to a community pop-up and share your ideas with us in-person.

Please note that sometimes we have to cancel or reschedule a pop-up conversation at short notice due to poor weather. Keep an eye on this page for updates.

If you need an interpreter, AUSLAN interpreter or have any accessibility requirements to participate,
phone 03 9209 6777 or email openspace@portphillip.vic.gov.au.

Details are available below

Our tools to upload your feedback or complete a survey are just below. Your feedback will help inform the project. If you would like to receive a paper survey, or to talk to the team in your language please contact us using the contact details on this page.

Please provide all feedback before this consultation closes at 11.59pm on Sunday 1 March 2026

Complete our survey