JJ Holland Park

JJ Holland Park is a large multi-use park with picnic and barbecue areas, a colourful children's playground, a BMX track and skate park, the Bill Vanina sports facilities and the Venny adventure playground.

It is also home to the Kensington Community and Recreation Centre.

The triangular covers more than 10 hectares, and was named for John Joseph Holland, Member for Flemington for more than 30 years from 1925.

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Christmas things to do

Explore a wonderland of events and dazzling decorations as the city comes to life this Christmas.

Christmas eat and drink

Feeling festive? Sip mistletoe martinis at a rooftop bar or dine under the lights in a laneway.

Christmas shopping

Shop the city's iconic laneways, malls and arcades to find the perfect pressie.

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