Afton Street Conservation Reserve


The Afton Street Conservation Reserve is situated along the middle reaches of the Maribyrnong river in West Essendon, Melbourne. It is within the City of Moonee Valley and is 17 hectares.

History

The Conservation park was purchased by the city council in October 2003 for a price of $900,000. The site was formerly part of the Defence Explosive Factory Maribyrnong.

Planning

A master landscape plan was issued for the site and won a number of design awards. The plan emphasises conservation and recreational use of the park.

Flora and fauna