GAHAN RESERVE

Public BBQ

Gahan Reserve presents itself as a well-positioned community hub where playground upgrades have clearly been prioritized over basic amenities. The recently renovated playground equipment draws families throughout the day, with safe installations that cater to toddlers through older children. A quarter basketball court doubles as a netball space, while expansive grassed areas accommodate everything from casual ball games to birthday celebrations. The dedicated off-leash dog area transforms the reserve during evening hours, when local dog owners converge for impromptu social gatherings among the palm trees that surprisingly enhance the suburban setting. Morning visits around 9am typically offer easier parking access. Practical considerations reveal the reserve's most glaring oversight: the absence of public toilets forces visitors to rely on the nearby library facilities. While water taps and seating areas support picnicking, this limitation affects longer visits and party planning. The maternal child health centre contributes additional play spaces, including a sandpit with toys. Transport connectivity proves excellent, with the train station and Hoddle Street providing convenient access. Despite maintenance issues with some equipment and frequently empty poo bag dispensers, the reserve succeeds as a multi-purpose community space where children's laughter mingles with the enthusiastic barking of off-leash dogs.

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Abbotsford VIC
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  Picnic tables
  Dog park
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Address
Abbotsford VIC
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Nearby Features
  Playground
  Picnic tables
  Dog park
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Scroll up and click on BBQ StreetView. It will visually show you the location of at least one BBQ in the area. Larger parks will generally have several BBQs scattered around in various spots.

Check out our How To Find a Public BBQ guide for more help.

Generally No! The BBQs are first come, first serve. However, if you plan on having a larger event then please check with Yarra council.

Come prepared with the right essentials, and you'll enjoy a fun day of barbecuing in GAHAN 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 Yarra council and let them know it's faulty.

You should first check with Yarra 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.