Book Hays Paddock – park area | City of Boroondara

The unique feel of Hays Paddock makes it a great choice for barbecues and social gatherings.

The park offers tables and chairs in a bushland setting thick with shady trees and an all-abilities playground featuring a sensory water zone and sand play area.

Capacity

200 people

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Aerial view of small wetland surrounded many large trees in shades of green. There is a grass area and walking paths to the left and a greenhouse in the distance.

Aerial view of small grass area and walking path, on the edge of a wetland to the bottom right. There arev large scattered trees and a partly visible playground.

Aerial view of small grass area with basketball half-court and covered seating area. There are several large trees to the left and right and a thick layer of trees at the top.

Two sets of tables with bench seats, two barbecues and three green wheelie bins sit in a dirt area under three large trees. There is thick shrub and trees in the background.

Table and bench seats under a small wooden structure with a triangular tin roof. There is a barbecue alongside the grass and trees in the distance.

Two wooden foot bridges leading to a covered wooden square structure. There is a black fence and shrub are between the two bridges and many trees in the background.

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What you can book

You can book a grass area in the park for your exclusive use.

You can apply to bring:

up to 10 chairs and 2 tables
a marquee or arbour covering up to 30 square metres.

For more information on what's not permitted and what needs extra approval at our parks, gardens and open spaces, visit our Event planning resources page.

Notice period: we require at least 10 business days notice.

Apply to book

Booking times

7 days including public holidays.

April to October: 8 am to 6 pm.

November to March: 8 am to 8:30 pm.

Fees and charges

Fees are determined by the size, location, duration and complexity of the event.

View fees and charges View all bookable spaces

Event permit

Most organised activities held on council land require an event permit to make sure they meet safety requirements, avoid clashes with other activities and comply with local laws and regulations. Find out more on our Planning an outdoor event on council land page.

Public facilities

Public facilities are free for all park visitors to use and are not bookable.

Parking and transport

Accessibility

There are 5 accessible parking spots at the Longstaff Street car park.

The upgraded playground features:

a new accessible timber structure with bridges and ramps, activity panels, big and small slides, play opportunities underneath and a leaf-shaped shade structure
a new, safer sand play area with accessible tables, animal sculpture and a digger
more rubber surfaces throughout the playground area to improve access for people of all abilities
a new sensory water zone with sculptural elements and accessible table
renewed swings with a variety of swing seats.

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Contact us

If you have any difficulties using our online booking portal, please contact us on (03) 9278 4444 or email [email protected].