Playgrounds

Council recognises the importance of play in encouraging the physical, psychological and social development of children. Across Council’s parks and reserves, Council aims to provide inclusive play opportunities for children of all ages and abilities.

There are currently over 150 playgrounds spread throughout the City which provide a variety of activities and types of play catering for a range of needs and abilities.

Playground Softfall Replacement Works

Council is undertaking staged playground softball replacement works across several parks from late May through June. Works at each location will take approximately 3–5 days (weather permitting), with temporary partial or full closures in place. We apologise for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience while these upgrades are completed. Please follow all onsite signage for your safety.

Upcoming works and start dates include:

  • Birk Park –20 May 2026
  • Wilford Homes Reserve–20 May 2026
  • Barton Park –1 June 2026
  • Ollie Webb Reserve –1 June 2026
  • Eccles Park – 2 June 2026
  • William Wade Park – 8 June 2026
  • Lockyer Reserve – From 8 June
  • James Ruse Reserve – 15 June 2026
  • Loftus Square – 15 June 2026
  • Deakin Park – 22 June 2026
  • Biplane Park – 22 June 2026

Fenced Playgrounds

Playgrounds are only fenced if there is a potential hazard in the immediate surrounding area for example busy road, car park or deep water, without any clear sight lines to that hazard.

Fenced playgrounds throughout the city may include:

  • playgrounds immediately enclosed by a fence
  • partially fenced which involves the larger park fully enclosed by a fence and/or boundary
  • fencing alternatives such as plants and nature-based elements, seating and sandstone blocks may be used if appropriate

Council encourages parents and caregivers visiting our parks and reserves to ensure they are providing the appropriate level of supervision to children.

Shade at Playgrounds

Shade comes in many forms, including natural shade from trees, playground roof structures, shade from adjacent buildings, and built shade such as shade sails.

Generally natural shade will be provided at local play spaces where available to key play space and central seating areas.

Council encourages everyone visiting our parks and reserves to be sun-safe and reduce their UV exposure.

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