Client: Built
Budget: $835,000 AUD
Completion Date: October 2023

The Younghusband redevelopment in Kensington is where a 120-year legacy meets a bold, sustainable future. This landmark precinct is breathing new life into heritage buildings while setting new standards for urban renewal, and OSVgroup was proud to play a key role in its delivery.

Scope of Works
Engaged by Built, our team delivered the external works and open space elements of the project - a package that required a balance of functionality, durability and design sensitivity. The works spanned laneways, shared zones and landscaped areas, all carefully integrated with the site’s historic fabric.

Key Features

• Installation of irrigation systems, LED lighting and custom GRC and steel planter boxes
• Tactile surface treatments for accessibility
• Extensive tree and shrub planting
• Restoration and repurposing of heritage bluestone paving
• Construction of new concrete stairs and complex concrete finishes
• Bespoke street furniture, including gabion seating
• Bicycle infrastructure, upgraded drainage and kerb reinstatements

Lasting Impact
Beyond construction, OSVgroup managed a 12-month maintenance program to ensure plantings established successfully and all systems continued to perform at a high standard.

The finished precinct demonstrates how heritage sensitivity and modern design can work hand-in-hand. By creating open spaces that are practical, resilient and respectful of the site’s history, OSVgroup helped deliver a project that will continue to serve the community and honour its past for generations to come.

Client: City of Whittlesea
Budget: $800,000 AUD
Completion Date: April 2025

The Gorge Road Streetscape Upgrade was all about transforming a busy local shopping precinct into a safer, greener and more welcoming place for the community. Delivered for the City of Whittlesea, the project balanced functionality with amenity - improving pedestrian access, upgrading infrastructure and creating inviting spaces to shop, dine and connect.

Scope of Works
Our role was to deliver a full civil and landscape package, covering everything from roads and pavements to stormwater management, pedestrian crossings and public realm upgrades. With the precinct at the heart of daily community activity, careful planning and delivery ensured the upgrades were seamless, safe and built to last.

Key Features

• Road & Pavement Works: New asphalt surfaces, concrete paths, pram ramps, tactile indicators and smooth tie-ins to existing infrastructure.
• Drainage Upgrades: New stormwater pits, pipes, and agricultural drains to improve water management, with modifications to integrate with existing systems.
• Pedestrian Safety Enhancements: A raised zebra crossing at Reid Street and upgraded street lighting to improve access and visibility.
• Public Realm Upgrades: Expanded outdoor dining and trading areas featuring timber decking, café umbrellas, seating, bike racks and dining tables.
• Landscaping & Environmental Design: Sustainable garden beds with passive irrigation, plus new canopy trees and understory planting for shade, biodiversity and greenery.
• Finishing Touches: Updated signage, line marking, and adjustments to services, with protection of electrical assets.

Lasting Impact
A 26-week maintenance period is ensuring all new plantings establish successfully, supporting the project’s long-term sustainability. The revitalised streetscape now offers safer pedestrian connections, improved stormwater resilience, and vibrant outdoor spaces that encourage community activity and support local traders.

The Gorge Road upgrade is a clear example of how thoughtful urban design and civil works can enhance everyday community life.

Client: Harris HMC
Budget: $1.4 million AUD
Completion: July 2024

The Wesley College Early Works project required precision, coordination and technical expertise to prepare the site for future upgrades. Engaged by Harris HMC, OSVgroup delivered both the civil and landscape scope, with a strong emphasis on complex trenching and service coordination for critical electrical and communications infrastructure.

Scope of Works
Working in a live school environment, our team managed the safe and efficient delivery of multiple trench types (A–G and local runs), designed to accommodate power and data services across the site. Alongside trenching, OSV delivered a mix of civil construction, hardscape and landscaping elements to create a functional, high-quality outdoor environment.

Key Features

• Complex Trenching & Services: Excavations using 6t machinery, with electrical and communication conduits installed to precise lengths and depths per trench type.
• Durability & Safety: Stainless steel, heel-proof trench grates, and 25 MPa concrete encasement for critical Type A trenches.
• Backfill Standards: Engineered mix of 30% bedding sand and 70% Class 3 crushed rock for strength and compliance.
• Integrated Delivery: Coordination of multiple trades, ensuring trench profiles, separation, and backfill standards were consistent throughout.
• Civil Works: Construction of a full-size basketball court with reinforced slabs and edge beams, extensive paving in concrete, bluestone, and asphalt, plus new walls and ramps.
• Landscaping: Advanced tree planting, irrigation, turf, and garden beds for a cohesive green environment.

Lasting Impact
The project demonstrates OSVgroup’s ability to manage technically complex trenching and service works while simultaneously delivering premium landscaping and civil outcomes. The result is a safe, durable and functional space that enhances both the infrastructure and the everyday experience of the Wesley College community.

Moubray Street Community Park Upgrade

Client: City of Port Phillip
Project Value: $800,000 AUD
Completion Date: July 2024

A successful pop-up park has been transformed into a permanent community asset. Delivered in partnership with the Victorian Government’s Local Parks Program, the new Moubray Street Community Park sits beside Albert Park Primary School and provides a welcoming, multi-use green space for the neighbourhood.

Scope of Works

OSV Group removed redundant roadway sections and outdated surfaces to open up the site. Works included construction of accessible pathways, new park fencing, installation of high-quality furniture (benches, picnic tables and a sheltered seating area) and the creation of communal garden beds. Civil and landscape works were coordinated to form a cohesive public realm that now functions as a permanent park.

Key Features

• Recreation zone with a climbing wall and netball ring integrated into colourful play surfacing
• Accessible pathways and pram-friendly circulation routed to connect with the surrounding streets and the nearby school
• High-quality park furniture and a weather-protected shelter for gatherings and rest
• Communal garden beds, new lawn areas and canopy trees to increase shade, biodiversity and visual amenity
• Removal of roadway and conversion to pedestrian-focused public space, improving safety and activation

Lasting Impact

Moubray Street Community Park has been transformed into a lasting neighbourhood hub. The design encourages play, social connection and everyday use - providing shade, biodiversity and active play opportunities for children and families. Now a permanent public space, the park delivers long-term social and environmental value to the Albert Park community.

Cross Keys Reserve Upgrade, Moonee Valley

Client: City of Moonee Valley
Project Value: $1.29 million AUD
Completion Date: June 2023

OSVgroup proudly delivered the transformation of Cross Keys Reserve, creating a safer, more accessible and vibrant public space that enhances connectivity, recreation and landscape amenity for the Essendon community.

Scope of Works

Our team completed a broad package of civil and landscape works to upgrade the reserve. This included construction of concrete footpaths, shared user paths, compacted gravel trails and exposed aggregate feature paving. Drainage infrastructure was improved with new stormwater pits and pipe installations, while linemarking, signage and pram crossings ensured compliance and accessibility.

Additional works involved asphalt bicycle paths, trafficable pavements and the installation of commercial vehicle crossings. The project was delivered with cultural heritage compliance and full as-built documentation.

Key Features

• Recreational amenities: revitalised playspace with recycled rubber surfacing, softfall mulch and an in-ground trampoline mound
• Community facilities: BBQ shelters, picnic tables, drinking fountains and upgraded park furniture
• Sport and activity zones: linemarked basketball areas and connected bike paths
• Landscape elements: natural features including mudstone boulders, timber logs, basalt rock, turf reinstatement and extensive planting
• Safety and accessibility: upgraded crossings, improved drainage and accessible circulation throughout the reserve

Lasting Impact

The Cross Keys Reserve upgrade provides the community with a multifunctional, inclusive and biodiverse public space that encourages outdoor activity and social connection. With improved play areas, better connectivity and sustainable landscape design, the reserve now supports both active lifestyles and everyday recreation.

Whittlesea Public Gardens Urban and Skate Park

Client: City of Whittlesea
Project Value: $2 million AUD
Completion Date: June 2024

Once a well-loved but aging community space, the Whittlesea Public Gardens has been transformed into a vibrant destination for recreation, relaxation and connection. OSVgroup worked with the City of Whittlesea to deliver a full redevelopment that balances active play zones with inviting green spaces - creating a welcoming hub for the growing Lalor community.

Scope of Works

OSVgroup proudly delivered the redevelopment of the Whittlesea Public Gardens - a major transformation of one of Lalor’s most popular recreational hubs. Working closely with the City of Whittlesea, our team was responsible for complete site preparation, drainage works, concrete and hardscape construction and the installation of all park and street furniture.

This project aimed to revitalise the Gardens to better meet the needs of the growing and diverse local community, creating modern, inclusive spaces for active play, leisure and social connection.

Key Features

The redevelopment introduced a wide range of new facilities, including:

• A 100-metre-long district-level skate park
• Boulder and climbing wall
• Two 3-on-3 basketball courts with a hit-up wall and multi-purpose markings
• Grassed kick-about area with soccer goals
• Large picnic shelters with double hotplate barbecues
• Comfortable seating with benches, backed seats, and armrests
• Drinking fountains, bike hoops, and public bins
• New car park and upgraded lighting along key pedestrian and cycling paths

Each feature was designed and constructed with quality, accessibility and durability in mind - ensuring the space could be enjoyed safely by people of all ages and abilities.

Lasting Impact

The upgraded Whittlesea Public Gardens has redefined what a community park can be - a vibrant, multi-use open space that encourages recreation, inclusion, and connection. With its blend of active and passive areas, the park now stands as a long-term community asset that supports health, wellbeing and social interaction for generations to come.

Healey Park – Park and Playground Renewal

Client: City of Whittlesea
Completed: June 2023

OSVgroup partnered with the City of Whittlesea to renew and revitalise Healey Park in Epping - transforming the local park into a vibrant and functional community space. The renewal focused on creating a safe, accessible and engaging environment that encourages outdoor activity, social connection and play for all ages.

Scope of Works

Our team delivered a full park and playground upgrade, incorporating both hard and soft landscaping elements. Works included:

• Drainage installation and concrete paving
• Construction of a full-size basketball court
• Installation of fencing, shelters and custom park furniture
• Installation of council-supplied playground equipment

To complete the project, OSVgroup carried out natural landscaping works including boulder and timber features, garden beds, softfall surfacing, turfing and planting, followed by a 13-week horticultural maintenance period to ensure successful establishment.

Key Features

The Healey Park renewal introduced a mix of active and passive recreation areas designed for long-term community use, featuring:

• A modern playground with inclusive play elements
• A full-size basketball court for active recreation
• Shaded picnic shelters and custom seating for comfort and accessibility
• Natural landscape design blending soft and hard materials for visual appeal and durability

Lasting Impact

The upgraded Healey Park now provides a refreshed community hub for local residents - offering a safe and inclusive space to play, relax and connect. The renewal reflects the City of Whittlesea’s continued investment in quality open spaces that enhance liveability and strengthen community wellbeing.

Client: Hutchinson Builders
Project Value: $1.4 million AUD
Completion Date: December 2024

OSVgroup was proud to partner with Hutchinson Builders to deliver Stage 2 of Greenvale Secondary College - a project designed to enhance the school’s outdoor environment with new recreation spaces, upgraded sports facilities and improved infrastructure. This stage builds on the success of earlier works, creating a functional and engaging space that supports both learning and play for students and staff.

Scope of Works

Our team delivered a full civil and landscape package, encompassing carpark construction, drainage installation, sports court development and extensive landscaping works. The project required close coordination with the builder and council to ensure compliance with design and performance standards while maintaining a high level of finish across all elements.

Key Features

• Construction of new vehicle asphalt pavements and carpark areas
• Installation of barrier kerbs, edge strips, pram crossings with tactiles, bollards and ag drains
• Full linemarking works, including removal of existing basketball court markings
• Oval development including site cultivation, soil spreading, gypsum and fertiliser application and topsoil placement
• Installation of a subsoil drainage system and drainage layer above ag pipes
• Hydroseeding using a rye/fescue and kikuyu seed blend to establish a durable playing surface
• Multi-sport pedestrian hard courts for basketball, tennis, volleyball and netball
• Installation of spoon drains, concrete edging and Four Square markings
• Construction of a vehicle crossover to Hume City Council specifications
• Timber deck installation for passive recreation
• Additional hard landscape works, including vehicle and pedestrian asphalt pavements and edging between Stage 1 and 2

Lasting Impact

The Greenvale Secondary College - Stage 2 upgrade has transformed the outdoor areas into a versatile and welcoming environment for students and the wider community. The combination of durable construction, thoughtful landscaping and quality finishes ensures these facilities will support education, recreation and wellbeing for years to come.