Council has adopted the Hamilton Central Business Area Activation Master Plan in May 2020, which looks at increasing participation and activation of Hamilton CBD through investment in public places and spaces. The aim of the Master Plan is to create public spaces that promote recreation and economic stimulus.
The Melville Oval redevelopment has been identified as a key part of the implementation of this strategy. The redevelopment offers widespread benefits for both structured recreation and passive recreation through the creation of green, active community spaces and safe linkages to the central business district. The redevelopment is expected to create a sense of community and economic transfer.