City of Wollongong Council is carrying out playground renewal works in Helensburgh and Otford as part of its 12-month Playground Renewal Program.
The latest works will wrap up Council’s works program, which included the recent renewals of much-loved play spaces at Bellambi, Horsley, West Wollongong and Coledale.
These playgrounds received new play facilities, replacing ageing equipment and improving accessibility. Some locations also included supporting infrastructure like picnic settings and connecting footpaths.
Lord Mayor, Tania Brown said revitalising existing play spaces ensures they continue to be safe and exciting areas for kids to stay active and connected.
“Outdoor play areas are important for kids’ development, and we’re proud there are 156 playgrounds across Wollongong for our community to choose from,” Lord Mayor Brown said.
“The recent renewals have the classic equipment you’d expect. Across the seven locations, there’s 10 slides, 16 swings and five rockers. But there are also some newer additions popping up that are promoting play in creative ways.”
Lord Mayor Brown said she hopes Wollongong’s youngest adventurers and their families have plenty of fun exploring the new playground equipment, with more upgrades planned for the next 12 months.
“Beyond our renewal program, we’re excited by what lies ahead for the future of play in Wollongong, with Council finalising a new play space strategy,” she said.
“It will ensure that Council continues to deliver quality, inclusive and engaging play opportunities for future generations – aka lots more laughs, games and playdates!”
Council is currently developing a 20-year Playspace Strategy to guide the future investment of play and recreation across the city.
The following playgrounds were renewed as scheduled in Council’s Infrastructure Delivery Program (IDP):
- Kirton Road Playground, Bellambi
- Karrara Park Playground, Horsley
- Molloy Park Playground, West Wollongong
- Norm O’Brien Park Playground, Helensburgh (reopening soon)
- Ossie Connors Park Playground, Coledale
- Otford Playground, Otford (reopening soon)
- Sunray Crescent Playground, Horsley
Check out our Playgrounds webpage for details about all Wollongong playgrounds.
