Waverley Park

Waverley Park is a public park and cricket field in Mulgrave, Australia, covering 80 hectares of open land. Walking trails, playgrounds, picnic areas and sports facilities lie across green spaces at an elevation of roughly 35 meters.

The site opened as a cricket stadium in 1970 and transformed over the decades into a public park. It is now listed on the Victorian Heritage Register, documenting the shift from a sports venue to a community green space.

The name comes from the Scottish novel 'Waverley' by Walter Scott, reflecting the cultural connections of early settlers in the region. An artwork titled 'Reimagining Country' by Riki Salam of the Mualgal, Kaurareg and Kuku Yalanji peoples acknowledges the traditional owners of the land.

Parking areas hold many cars, and the park is accessible by public transport as well. The grounds suit both walks and family outings or sports activities on most days.

A 6.8-hectare lake with wetlands and an adventure playground opened in 2021, bringing water features into the park. This addition expanded the recreation options and attracts families with children.

Location: Mulgrave

Inception: 1970

Official opening: 1970

Capacity: 2000

Elevation above the sea: 35 m

GPS coordinates: -37.92556,145.18861

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:23