Corcoran Park

Corcoran Park offers a range of play opportunities for users of all ages and a wide range of abilities. Some of the inclusive features of the park include an extensive concrete pathway network connecting the on-street parking to the park facilities, a wheelchair accessible multi-user electronic game (the NEOS 360) a range of climbing, sliding, swinging, spinning and rocking play equipment including some play panels accessible from ground level. Numerous other play features are available to challenge a range of ages and abilities.

This accessible play environment uses inclusive equipment that welcomes kids and families of all abilities to learn, play and grow together.

Facilities include a fenced playground, electronic play equipment (NEOS 360), basketball and netball courts, exercise circuit, sports field, barbecues, shaded seating areas and on-street parking.

NOTE: Toilets are not currently available at this park, but are planned for future development.

Name History

The Hermit Park Recreational Reserve was previously called Carlton Park but was renamed after the Second World War Corcoran Park after Alderman J. Corcoran.

Red Bench Project

The Red Rose Foundation launched the Red Bench Project to build a permanent reminder that domestic violence occurs within all of our communities. The presence of a Red Bench in this park aims to raise community awareness and provide an opportunity for this important issue to remain visible.

For more information, visit Red Bench Project.

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