Wollert Boardwalk Recognised for Honouring Indigenous Heritage
Villawood Properties executive director Rory Costelloe said the boardwalk honours the Rathdowne site’s history as a traditional Indigenous meeting place.
“It bridges the past and present, transforming the knoll into a meaningful gathering place for the community,” he said.
“It’s a great space for reflection and connection.”
Villawood’s team workshopped the project with Wurundjeri elders, creating an “exemplar touch-the-earth-lightly” design.
The boardwalk was engineered with a bespoke steel frame sitting above rocks, leaving the natural habitats and grasses undisturbed.
“There’s a viewing platform with seating and stunning views of Melbourne’s CBD and surrounding waterways,” Mr Costelloe.
The Wollert boardwalk was shortlisted for celebrating an important Wurundjeri meeting place.
Article: Star Weekly, 02/12/2025
