Myrtha Pools
Founded in 1961, Myrtha Pools® quickly became Italy’s première swimming pool company, and has since grown into one of the world's leading swimming pool construction…
read moreWollongong City Council is improving 13 playgrounds to ensure they are a safe, accessible, and fun environment for Council’s younger community members.
The plans are in line with Council’s Infrastructure Delivery Program 2020-2021 and will see the investment of more than $1.28 million this financial year, to replace the current playgrounds with contemporary play equipment including accessible soft fall surfacing.
Wollongong City Lord Mayor Gordon Bradbery said all children should have the opportunity to explore safe and quality play facilities noting “Physical activity is essential in our lives, especially for a child’s development, so these playgrounds are a fun way to keep our bodies moving.
“They provide safe and enjoyable opportunities for our residents and visitors to build a healthy lifestyle and are designed to provide space for kids to explore, challenge themselves and have fun.
“Council is committed to investing in the replacement and maintenance of these spaces across the city that provide a central space for many families and friends to meet, socialise, play and laugh. With these works we hope our playgrounds will continue to be enjoyed by our community and visitors alike for many years to come."
The first set of works on Council’s Playground Renewal Program have begun and are expected to be completed over the next two to three weeks, weather permitting at the following playgrounds:
Cormack Street Reserve, Dapto – Contemporary play facilities including new wet-pour rubber soft fall
Bass Park, Mount Ousley – new wet-pour rubber soft fall
Pioneer Beach Estate, Woonona – located at the end of Robert Westmacott Avenue, there are currently two separate sites, which feature a double swing set and climbing elements, are set to come together to make one play facility. New additions include wet-pour rubber soft and, in line with the popular train theme, a new small train play item will also be added.
Other playgrounds set to have works and refurbishments done include:
Fairy Meadow Beach Playground, Fairy Meadow
Strachan Park, Woonona
Doris Avenue, Woonona
Mount Batten Park, Corrimal
Jim Allen Oval, Wombarra
Wiseman Park, Gwynneville
Dobbin Park, Woonona
Ryan Park, Mount Kembla
Barina Park, Lake Heights
Glastonbury Gardens, Austinmer
Works on all playgrounds are anticipated to be completed by the end of June depending on weather conditions.
Image: Playground works at Cormack Street Reserve, Dapto courtesy of www.wollongong.nsw.gov.au/
14th December 2019 - Wollongong Council installs braille signage at playground
26th June 2014 - Destination Wollongong plans adventure playground and cable car for Mount Keira
9th February 2021 - Wagga Wagga Council releases design concepts for latest stage of Riverside playground
8th February 2021 - Standards Australia adopts amendments to AS 4685 Playground equipment and surfacing
20th January 2021 - Shoalhaven Community invited to comment on playground upgrades
17th January 2021 - Wagga Wagga’s new adventure playground popular with visitors
28th December 2020 - Penrith rolls out playground shade sails in time for Summer
15th December 2020 - John Wearn Reserve upgrades include safari themed playground
11th December 2020 - Shoalhaven prepared for summer season with installations of new playground, picnic shelters and seating
22nd October 2020 - Tasmanian Council considers selling property to fund playground renewal
15th October 2020 - Logan City Council completes adventure playground and commences work on shared recreational pathway
20th August 2020 - Work to begin on community-inspired adventure playground at Logan Village Green
21st July 2020 - Blacktown City Council partners with NRMA Insurance to shade playgrounds
20th July 2020 - New inclusive, accessible playground opens at Manly Dam
17th June 2020 - Willoughby City Council moves forward with new accessible and challenging playground
Support our industry news service
We hope that you value the news that we publish so while you're here can we ask for your support?
As an independent publisher, we need reader support for our industry news gathering so ask that - if you don't already do so - you back us by subscribing to the printed Australasian Leisure Management magazine and/or our online news.
The Complete Guide to Leisure Industry Products & Services.
Founded in 1961, Myrtha Pools® quickly became Italy’s première swimming pool company, and has since grown into one of the world's leading swimming pool construction…
read moreHadley Australia and Series Australia Pty Ltd are the leading quality theatre chair manufacturers in the southern hemisphere. The businesses work closely with architects, interior designers and…
read moreJonas Software operates over 110 independently managed software brands around the world, providing them with the strategic guidance and financial security required to be leaders in their respective…
read moreIntelligenz provides Leisure Management Software for managing all your Program Registrations, Facility Bookings, Membership Sales and POS Transactions; including detailed Reporting, automated…
read moreSmart Connection Consultancy is a boutique sport and recreation consultancy who has become one of Australia’s leading advocates for the use of synthetic sports surfaces as a vehicle to grow…
read moreFluidra Commercial Australia develops innovative, highly technical and sustainable solutions designed to create unique aquatic facilities for the 'Commercial Pool' category. Public…
read moreDigonex is a leading provider of customised dynamic pricing solutions to clients in arts and entertainment, sport, attractions, cultural institutions and retail sectors. Digonex’s technology is…
read moreFelton Industries is Australia’s leading designer, manufacturer and supplier of quality outdoor furniture and has been supplying premium seating solutions for all sporting, commercial, community…
read moreGet your business noticed in our targeted directory. Viewed by 10,000 industry professionals per week!