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read moreAs part of Penrith Council’s Cooling the City strategy, a number of new shade sails are being rolled out at several local parks in time to benefit the community through the summer heat. The playspaces will become cooler and provide protection from the sun, giving children of all ages more time playing and parents peace of mind they are shielded from the sun’s UV rays.
The first 15 of 90 playspaces identified for improved shade facilities are now decked out with contemporary shade materials, supported by robust steel frames.
Installed in a mix of colours, the modern shades meet Australian Standards, provide specified UV block out ratings between 97-99%, minimise heat and allow appropriate airflow.
Penrith Mayor Karen McKeown advised “Council prides itself on providing an array of recreational areas for residents to enjoy while encouraging active, outdoor lifestyles.
“However, we live in one of the state’s hottest regions and see scorching summer days – temperatures quickly reach and exceed 40ºC as we have seen recently.
“For this reason, it is important we make it easier for people to get out of their homes rather than feel the need to stay inside.
“I am thrilled to see these shade sails popping up around Penrith and welcome the upgrades, which promote year-round fun at playgrounds. This will be complemented by extensive tree planting as we invest millions of dollars in keeping our City cool.”
Forming Stage One, the first 15 completed parks are scattered across Penrith, South Penrith, Castlereagh, Jordan Springs, Cambridge Park, Emu Plains, Leonay and Cranebrook.
Visit penrith.city/playspace-upgrades for more information.
20th December 2020 - Penrith tree planting program delivers shade to parks and sports fields
22nd November 2020 - Double shade sail installed to complete transformation of Wagga Wagga’s Gobbagombalin Parklands
21st July 2020 - Blacktown City Council partners with NRMA Insurance to shade playgrounds
23rd January 2018 - Study identifies need for more shade cover in Wellington playgrounds
21st September 2016 - New Zealand councils look at role of shade covers in UV protection
20th January 2016 - Auckland mother starts campaign for more shade at playgrounds
9th November 2015 - Shade cover enhances popularity of Gladstone skate park facility
7th September 2015 - Scully Outdoor Designs adds shade structures to product range
3rd June 2014 - Shade covers evolve into textile architecture
13th February 2014 - New Zealand shade company exports to French Polynesia
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