in February Lysterfield Park received heavy rains and extreme weather conditions caused significant damage. Tracks and trails in the Berwick Area Parklands were some of the hardest hit, causing substantial erosion to trails and currently they are not safe for visitor use.
To ensure visitor safety, Parks Victoria has temporarily closed all walking, equestrian, and mountain bike tracks and trails - including all fire management roads in Lysterfield Park.
Parks Victoria is working hard to carry out assessments and maintenance to reopen the parks and trails as soon as possible. Where significant damage has occurred insurers need to assess the site before approving works. In the context of recent emergency situations in Victoria, Queensland and New Zealand, the timeframe for this is unfortunately extended.
Repair works are ongoing on tracks required for the Oxfam trail walk and will be ready for these events. Currently, the opening date estimate is mid-April for a limited number of walking trails and mountain bike loop. Thanks to all volunteers that have pitched in to help.
