Adequate lighting, especially at night, will be vital in this area - from this image I would be uncomfortable here at night (I am a 33yo female).

Maybe include some small shelter areas as the weather in Melbourne is quite exciting and changeable.

Good lighting at night along the pathway for safety.

Native plantings will not only increase the park’s biodiversity but also be welcoming to the public and tourists alike, with the opportunity to learn about the pre-settlement history of the area.