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was built on the nearby Mill Creek, creating a 5 hectare reservoir which still exists today. In 1966, the base was designated as
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in 2011 was followed by a public consultation process, which led to the development of master plan. In 2013, the park was officially established and work began on the development of trails. In 2016, the
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