Hylton Moore Oval playspace at East Gosford has received an upgrade thanks to Federal Government funding, contributions from Central Coast Council, and East Gosford Football Club.
The playspace upgrade, completed with a sports theme, includes new park furniture, landscaping and softfall to improve accessibility and inclusion.
Member for Robertson, Gordon Reid, announced the completion of the upgrade with Central Coast Council Unit Manager, Open Space & Recreation, Brett Sherar.
“Hylton Moore Oval is one of my favourite recreation areas to visit, and there’s plenty of space for a range of activities,” Reid said.
“The recent upgrade to the playspace is outstanding and will be thoroughly enjoyed by the surrounding community and visitors.
“Investments in community infrastructure is critical for a healthy society.
“We have seen during the COVID-19 pandemic (how important) recreation areas and playspaces are for people’s health and wellbeing, and I am confident that this upgraded playspace will benefit residents for many years into the future.”
Reid congratulated Council and its employees for their work in providing an excellent community improvement for residents of East Gosford and surrounding suburbs to enjoy.
Council Administrator Rik Hart said playspaces are important hubs for community play and social connections – where people of all ages can connect, socialise, play, learn and lead active lifestyles together.
“Funding from the Australian Government has enabled Council to create a safe and engaging playspace for the enjoyment of local families and visitors to the sports oval, with additional contributions from the East Gosford Football Club funding accessible pathways,” he said.
“This renewed playspace is a great example of a high quality playspace that includes popular infrastructure such as net climbing equipment and swings, which also features rubber and connective concrete pathways to improve accessibility and inclusion.”
The Federal Government provided $105,000 through the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program for the upgrade, with Council chipping in $5,000.
East Gosford Football Club provided $5,000 for the construction of an accessible pathway from the playspace entry to the carpark.
Source: Media release, Nov 7, 2022 Member for Robertson, Gordon Reid