Jack Watkins Reserve now open
Published 16th September 2025
A $4 million transformation at Jack Wakins Reserve has delivered a vibrant and inclusive space for all ages to play, connect, and stay active. Plus, to stay with the history of the local area, it's also train themed!
This all comes together alongside the large open space, plus small dog park and large dog park that were already there
- Senior playground
- Junior playgrounds
- Nature play area
- Bike pump track – the first of its kind in PAE!
- Basketball court
- Outdoor fitness equipment
- Shade sails
- Four new toilets (under construction)
- car park
- Six shelters
- Two drinking fountains
- Two BBQs
- Table Tennis Table
- Landscaping all around
- Railway and train theming
- New open northern entrance
This upgrade was made possible thanks to a $1.45 million grant from the Minister for Planning in 2023, which allowed the City of PAE to purchase four house blocks along Carroll Avenue, which allowed us to open up the reserve.
Mayor Claire Boan officially opened the on Saturday 20 September. Jack Watkins Reserve is located on Churchill Rd in Kilburn, adjacent to Carroll Avenue. Get a sneak peak in this video.