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Large slightly sloped grass area with several scattered tall trees. There is a footpath and parked car to the left.
Oval-shaped grass field with a line of bricks around its boundary and sloped grass around its edge.
Oval-shaped grass field surrounded by two large grass and brick steps. There are trees and houses are in the distance and a footpath in the foreground.

Public facilities

  • Barbecue areas (covered)
  • Basketball facilities
  • Off-lead dog area. (Read the park rules on our Off-lead dog parks page)
  • Playground
  • Rebound wall
  • Seating and tables
  • Toilets
  • Walking circuit (1 km)

Playground

The extensive playground is set on 3 levels. It includes:

  • wave slides
  • climbing walls
  • a rope walkway
  • a long flying fox.

Address

Anderson Road, Hawthorn East 3123

The venue is 600 m from the number 72 tram stop on Burke Road and 2 km from Kooyong train station. There is angle parking on Anderson Road.

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About the gardens

Anderson Park is a hidden gem in the heart of Hawthorn with majestic heritage trees and terrific views of the city.

Boroondara bought Anderson Park in November 1911. The 5.6 hectare block was originally part of a plant nursery known as the Mount Ida Estate.

Sportsground schedule

The summer season runs from 1 October 2024 to 31 March 2025. The 2024/25 summer season schedule:

DayLower OvalUpper Oval
MondaysNo sport scheduled1:30 to 3 pm
TuesdaysNo sport scheduledNo sport scheduled
Wednesdays5:30 to 7:30 pm1:30 to 3 pm
ThursdaysNo sport scheduled1:30 to 3 pm
Fridays9 to 10:30 am4 to 8 pm
SaturdaysNo sport scheduled8 am to 7 pm
Sundays8 am to 12 pm8 am to 12 pm

Bookable spaces at Anderson Park

Anderson Park – park area

This hidden gem combines majestic trees and large open spaces with stunning city views.
Large grass area with fallen leaves, with trees to the right and in the distance. There is a painted mural, a park bench and a footpath to the left.

Anderson Park upper oval

The upper oval features a lush surface, terraced steps and a grass hill, making it ideal for playing or watching sport.
Oval-shaped grass field surrounded by two large grass and brick steps. There are trees and houses are in the distance and a footpath in the foreground.

Anderson Park lower oval

With a lush surface and surrounding grass hill, the lower oval is great for playing or watching sport.
Oval-shaped grass field with a line of bricks around its boundary and sloped grass around its edge.

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