Parks and Recreation
Parks Victoria manages much of the established parklands on the banks of the creek, facilities include football & cricket ovals, tennis courts and playgrounds. The Merri Creek Trail shared pathway has been established along the banks to take advantage of the improving environment, but the path is broken at Westgarth and North Fitzroy, necessitating traversing St George's Road. Each year, at the CERES Community Environment Park, the Return of the Kingfisher and Harvest Festivals are celebrated on the banks of the creek.
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