Devonport City Council is developing a master plan for Maidstone Park in Spreyton. The project will create a long-term vision to guide investment in sport, recreation, and community facilities. Building on the park’s central role in the Spreyton and broader Devonport community, the plan will explore ways to improve existing amenities, make better use of underutilised areas, and expand the range of activities available for a growing community.
Key Project Stages:
Information Gathering
Researching site conditions, usage, and needs
Community Consultation – Round One
Listening to community ideas and priorities
Draft Master Plan
Preparing conceptual layout options
Community Consultation – Round Two
Seeking community feedback on the draft plan
Final Master Plan
Presenting the endorsed plan to Council to guide future development
Frequently Asked Questions:
The master plan is a guide for the future of Maidstone Park, showing how the park could look and work over time. It includes basic maps and drawings that show locations of existing and proposed sports fields, buildings, amenities, walking paths, parking, and open space. It also suggests ideas for landscaping, playgrounds, and other facilities.
The plan will help make sure the park meets the needs of the growing Spreyton and broader community by:
- Bringing together sport, recreation, and community spaces for people of all ages.
- Considering the whole area, including paths, roads, parking, utilities, safety, and connections to the wider Devonport area.
Maidstone Park amenities have been identified for improvement in the Devonport Sports Infrastructure Master Plan. Recent changes, such as the Spreyton Connector pathway, nearby residential growth, and upcoming relocation of the netball centre to the Devonport Oval, highlight the need for a cohesive, long-term vision. A master plan will make better use of underutilised areas, attract and guide investment, and create a shared space that meets the needs of a growing community.
The precinct includes a mix of sporting and recreation facilities, community amenities, and open spaces. Current clubs include Spreyton Cricket & Community Club, Spreyton Football Club, Devonport Gymnastics Club, Mersey Valley Pony Club, Devonport Lapidary Club, and Spreyton Scouts.
The master plan aims to strengthen opportunities for all users. While some changes may affect how certain groups use the precinct, these will be managed in consultation with those groups to ensure their needs are understood and supported. The goal is to improve existing spaces and create flexibility so the mix of sports and community activities can evolve into the future.
The master plan will build on Maidstone Park’s role as a hub for sport, recreation, and community life. By upgrading facilities and creating safe, welcoming, and flexible spaces, it will expand the range of activities on offer, support local clubs, and give residents even more opportunities to connect, play, and be active. These improvements may also boost local businesses, strengthen social connection, and enhance community pride and wellbeing.
The master plan itself does not commit Council or sporting clubs to construction projects. Instead, it provides a foundation for seeking external funding and prioritising investment over the next 10+ years.
The plan builds on the Devonport Sports Infrastructure Master Plan and aligns with Council’s broader strategies, including the Strategic Plan 2030, Living Well: Health and Wellbeing Strategy, the Open Space Strategy, and the Residential Growth Strategy. At the same time, a master plan is also being developed for the East Devonport Recreation and Function Centre (EDRFC) and Girdlestone Park precinct. This parallel process is designed to complement the Maidstone Park Master Plan, ensuring coordinated outcomes and connections across these key community recreation spaces.
Once approved, the master plan will guide the development of the precinct over the next 10+ years. An implementation and investment strategy will then outline key actions, staging, and funding opportunities.
Community members, groups, and stakeholders will be invited to contribute through surveys, workshops and drop-in sessions at different stages of the project. Council will also work closely with the Maidstone Park Advisory Group, which brings together key users of the park, to provide input and feedback throughout the planning process.
Maidstone Park is more than a sporting hub – it’s a community space. Your input will help shape facilities that support informal recreation, play, social gatherings, and community activities, even if you are not currently involved in organised sport.