FAIRPARK RESERVE

Public BBQ

Fairpark Reserve anchors Ferntree Gully's sporting community with a well-maintained oval where weekend footballers compete and spectators gather for canteen comfort food served by friendly volunteers. The reserve sprawls across multiple recreation zones: basketball courts, a substantial playground (notably unfenced), and convenient bike repair facilities beside the Blind Creek cycling trail. Birdwatchers frequent the area for rosellas, king parrots, and parakeets, though magpies demand caution during nesting season. The playground equipment entertains various ages, featuring circular swings better suited to older children, while dual parking areas ease match-day congestion. Public toilets serve visitors, though cleanliness varies. Blind Creek meanders alongside, its crossings popular with children, but overgrowth and occasional rubbish detract from the otherwise scenic backdrop. The oval itself shows wear, requiring attention to weeds and patchy turf. Glass fragments appear periodically near the creek trail, requiring vigilance. Despite maintenance gaps, the reserve delivers comprehensive facilities that make it a valued neighbourhood gathering spot.

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Address
Ferntree Gully VIC 3156, Australia
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Nearby Features
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  Oval
  Picnic tables
  Shaded area
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FAIRPARK RESERVE BBQ Area
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Address
Ferntree Gully VIC 3156, Australia
View on Google Maps
Nearby Features
  Toilets
  Parking
  Oval
  Picnic tables
  Shaded area
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Generally No! The BBQs are first come, first serve. However, if you plan on having a larger event then please check with Knox council.

Come prepared with the right essentials, and you'll enjoy a fun day of barbecuing in FAIRPARK RESERVE. For more information, check out our What to Bring to a Public BBQ guide.

Aussie public BBQs are simple to use. Majority of sites listed on this website are gas or electric BBQs. Simply press the button and it will turn on for a set amount of time (10-20 minutes).

We do also list wood fired BBQs on this site, so check the above descriptions and photos to be prepared.

Check out our How To Use Public BBQ Guide for further information.

Did you turn it on properly? Check out our How to Use Public BBQ guide.

If you are convinced that the BBQ has issues, then contact Knox council and let them know it's faulty.

You should first check with Knox council about the rules and restrictions.

Generally, it is permissible to utilize your own gas BBQ, provided it remains under continuous supervision. However, the usage of Charcoal BBQ's is typically restricted, with the exception of parks equipped with designated charcoal disposal bins.

Check out our guide on Portable BBQs in Aussie Parks and Beaches for more information.