Lillydale Lake has won a prestigious international award for well-managed parks and green spaces, recognising more than 30 years of work on the beloved community park.
The lake was awarded the Green Flag Award in November, along with eight other recipients around Australia.
Yarra Ranges Mayor, Jim Child, said the award recognised decades of work to maintain and enhance the lake.
“Since Lillydale Lake was established in 1990, we’ve had teams working hard to ensure the built and natural environment is first-rate for our locals and visitors,” Cr Child said.
“Between a well-maintained walking path that is used by hundreds of people daily, a significant playspace and water play park, wetlands and community spaces, the lake is one of our most-visited parks in the Yarra Ranges, especially during warmer months.
“The Green Flag Award recognises the essential role of parks in enhancing quality of life for everyone who visits them. It also assesses excellence in planning, maintenance and community connection.
“For our teams, receiving this award is real recognition that the work they do has benefitted the community – people of all ages have precious memories of this space, and are making more every week and weekend.
“I’m proud of our teams. I’d like to congratulate them for their efforts and thank the Green Flag Awards for their recognition.”
The Green Flag Award is a non-profit international accreditation program that recognises and rewards well-managed parks and green spaces, managed by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy alongside other operators.
Lillydale Lake was established in 1990 in partnership between Council and Melbourne Water, to help reduce flooding in the Lilydale region.
The lake was one of nine award winners for Australia, and the only winner from Victoria in the 2024/25 awards.
