SENSORY play zones, accessible carousels and climbing pyramids are just some of the amazing new features available for the community, after the upgrading of four popular playgrounds.
Killara Reserve, Flinders Slopes, Playford Park and Harold Street Reserve were upgraded to improve accessibility, inclusiveness and safety.
Canterbury Bankstown Mayor Khal Asfour said there’s now something for the whole family with the newly upgraded sensory play zones that stimulate early learning, to climbing pyramids for older children to enjoy. There are also outdoor gyms near the play equipment, which means parents can join in on the fun too.
“Our newly upgraded playgrounds now cater to a broader range of age groups and abilities, including children with disabilities,” Mayor Asfour said.
Killara Reserve, in Panania, has seen improvements at all levels – with the installation of a 4.3- metre-high climbing pyramid, along with a wheelchair accessible carousel that’s flush to the ground.
Upgrades to Playford Park in Padstow, have incorporated educational learning with animal patterns showing their development from babies to mature adults, while Flinders Slopes playground in Lansdowne (which will be opening soon), has also been made more accessible with its relocation closer to the main circulation path, new way-finding signage and footpath to the carpark.
Exciting new features at Flinders Slopes, include a skyrider flying fox with an all-ability harness seat and a four-metre high activity net to challenge older children.
The new layout of Harold Street Reserve, Campsie, has created a more open and welcoming space with increased shelter and seating options.
“Kids can engage in dynamic play with the new climbing mounds, while others can enjoy the maze at the playground entrance that encourages imaginative play,” Mayor Asfour said.
