Published on Monday, 16 March 2026 at 4:00:00 PM
Elizabeth Baillie Precinct, the new jewel in the crown of Victoria Park, opened in spectacular fashion with a feast of family entertainment on Saturday night.
More than 1,000 people gathered to celebrate the official opening of the newly redeveloped park and hospitality complex, marking a major milestone for the community and transforming the area into a vibrant new public space.
Local residents and visitors enjoyed a lively celebration featuring circus performers, magicians and a range of entertainment that brought the new precinct to life.
Mayor Karen Vernon officially opened the precinct, which features the beautifully restored Elizabeth Baillie House and the surrounding park, with its outdoor amphitheatre, Mildred Creak all abilities playground, tree-lined boulevard, BBQ and picnic facilities and new accessible pathways.
“The Elizabeth Baillie Precinct is a place designed for everyone,” Mayor Vernon said.
“It’s incredibly rewarding to see so many people come out to celebrate this space together. Public places like this are where communities connect, where children play, and where lasting memories are made. This will be a legacy for our community long into the future.”
The opening ceremony also featured remarks from State Member for Victoria Park Hannah Beazley and Federal Member for Swan Zaneta Mascarenhas, both of whom acknowledged the importance of the project in creating welcoming, high-quality spaces for residents.
The celebration gave the community its first opportunity to experience the revitalised precinct, with families enjoying the entertainment under beautiful evening skies.
Mayor Vernon said the strong turnout reflected the community’s enthusiasm for the project.
“I’ve had overwhelmingly positive feedback from members of the public who are delighted to see this long-term vision become a reality.
“This is really for the people of the Town of Victoria Park and we can’t wait for everyone to experience it.”
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