Two new playspaces on the way

Two new district-level playspaces are on the way, with construction progressing at Tuggerawong Rd and works at Illoura Reserve in Davistown scheduled to follow.

Commencement of works follows the recent completion and opening of the new Picnic Point playspace at The Entrance.

Central Coast Council Director Community and Recreation Services, Melanie Smith, said playspaces were always a welcome addition to local communities, providing safe, vibrant spaces for children of all ages to enjoy.

“This financial year, the community will see Council’s investment in the renewal of 10 local-level playspaces, two fitness equipment parks and one nature playspace – as well as the development of district-level playspaces at Picnic Point, Davistown and Tuggerawong,” she said.

Smith also confirmed that a new toilet amenity block would be constructed at the Tuggerawong playspace in the 2025/26 financial year.

Central Coast Mayor Lawrie McKinna said the designs of the three playspaces, including the recently opened park at The Entrance, reflected the community’s aspirations, vision and priorities.

“I was at the opening of the Picnic Point playspace and saw first-hand the joy and delight of children enjoying the new play equipment,” he said.

“It is pleasing to see that community feedback informed the overall design and choice of equipment, meeting the needs of local families.

“Council is committed to continuing to deliver these important community assets, shaped by input from the very people who will use them.”

Construction commenced in April on the new district-level playspace on the vacant lot formerly occupied by the Tuggerawong Community Hall.

The playspace will feature swing sets, including a pendulum swing, slides, a multi-level climbing structure, nature play and a mouse house.

It is expected to be completed this month (May) at a cost of $330,000, funded by Council.

Construction of a new playspace at Illoura Reserve, Davistown, is scheduled to commence soon to replace the existing playspace with a new, fully fenced area featuring traditional play equipment, including swing sets, slides, a pirate ship climbing structure, a rock and net climbing structure, a flying fox and shade.

The project is funded by the NSW Government’s Stronger Country Community Fund ($311,000) in association with Villages Community Group ($18,000).

Both playspaces will deliver enhanced recreational and accessibility features, promoting healthy, active lifestyles for the local and wider community.

For more information, search ‘playspace renewals 2024-25’ at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au