Jess Norris 20/1/26 Jess Norris 20/1/26

Main works contract awarded for Harkness Memorial Park

Major construction has begun at Harkness Memorial Park, with Building Engineering appointed to deliver the first stage. The site is expected to open in early 2027.

Jess Norris 22/12/25 Jess Norris 22/12/25

Local MP Steve McGhie visits Harkness Memorial Park construction site

Local MP Steve McGhie recently visited Harkness Memorial Park to see progress on this vital community asset for Melton and Melbourne’s west.

Jess Norris 16/12/25 Jess Norris 16/12/25

Have Your Say on Community Engagement at GMCT

We want to hear from you. Share your ideas on what would make our memorial parks more welcoming and what kinds of events matter most to your community.

Jess Norris 28/11/25 Jess Norris 28/11/25

Building Harkness Memorial Park: A Community Asset

For the first time, Melbourne's west is getting a memorial park built specifically for its current communities. Local resident Ron Megna explains how Harkness Memorial Park addresses critical infrastructure needs while creating connections in a region that's growing rapidly.

Jess Norris 11/11/25 Jess Norris 11/11/25

Boundary tree planting complete as Harkness Memorial Park prepares for major construction

Early construction phase complete at Harkness Memorial Park with boundary tree planting finished. Major construction works to begin December 2025.

Jess Norris 6/11/25 Jess Norris 6/11/25

Building Harkness Memorial Park: Remembering Loved Ones

Learn more about how care and community are at the heart of Harkness Memorial Park - from empathy in daily interactions to memorial options that reflect diverse needs.

Jess Norris 22/10/25 Jess Norris 22/10/25

Visit the project team at Melton’s Djerriwarrh Festival

Visit us at Melton’s Djerriwarrh Festival and hear the latest updates on construction timelines, the first stage design, and final resting place options for this new memorial park serving the Melton community.

Jess Norris 30/9/25 Jess Norris 30/9/25

Building Harkness Memorial Park: Learning from Locals

The Friends of the Melton Botanic Garden share their knowledge and passion for biodiversity as they contribute to the plans for Harkness Memorial Park.

Jess Norris 1/9/25 Jess Norris 1/9/25

Building Harkness Memorial Park: A Place for Life

Independent Funeral Celebrant Karen Brady reflects on how Harkness Memorial Park can help transform our relationship with memorial spaces.

Jess Norris 20/8/25 Jess Norris 20/8/25

Join us for a special event about life, death and legacy

A creative afternoon of art and conversation about life, death, and legacy on Sunday 21 September.

Jess Norris 1/8/25 Jess Norris 1/8/25

Construction continues at Harkness Memorial Park

Following the preparation that began in July, construction is now underway onsite at Harkness Memorial Park, as this new community space starts to take shape.

Jess Norris 18/7/25 Jess Norris 18/7/25

Building Harkness Memorial Park: Caring for Country

Discover how genuine partnership with Wurundjeri Traditional Owners is shaping Harkness Memorial Park through deep listening, cultural respect, and caring for Country.

Jess Norris 8/7/25 Jess Norris 8/7/25

Come chat with us about Harkness Memorial Park

Jess Norris 2/7/25 Jess Norris 2/7/25

Building Harkness Memorial Park: The Design

Learn more about the design principles that are shaping Harkness Memorial Park.

Jess Norris 23/6/25 Jess Norris 23/6/25

Construction begins at Harkness Memorial Park

Work is starting on the first stage of Harkness memorial Park, delivering essential infrastructure and setting the foundation for a welcoming new community space in Melbourne’s west.

Jess Norris 12/6/25 Jess Norris 12/6/25

Building Harkness Memorial Park: The Vision

Learn more about how the project began, why it’s being delivered in stages, and what this significant investment means for communities across Melbourne’s west.