Media Statement 14 August 2025
$16M GILGANDRA HUNTER PARK PRECINCT TO TRANSFORM REGIONAL YOUTH AND RECREATION INFRASTRUCTURE
Gilgandra Shire Council (GSC) is proud to announce the successful funding allocation, and future delivery of the Hunter Park Multipurpose Youth and Recreation Precinct (Gilgandra Hunter Park Precinct) – a transformative project made possible through a $14Million contribution from the Australian Government's regional Precincts and Partnerships Program (rPPP), and a $2Million contribution from Council.
This landmark $16Million development will deliver a modern, accessible and intergenerational community precinct – featuring a new Youth Centre, gym, basketball courts, swimming pool, Learn to Swim pool, splash park and essential support services including for youth, housing and homelessness. With a new, centralised location and appropriate zoning, the Gilgandra Hunter Park Precinct will consolidate key community assets and services into one vibrant, inclusive location.
Mayor Cr Doug Batten shares on the excitement:
"What a fantastic outcome for Gilgandra! The Gilgandra Hunter Park Precinct directly supports the goals of Council's Towards 5000 strategy, enhancing regional liveability and leveraging growth of residential and industrial subdivisions. It is designed to support our existing community, whilst attracting new residents and families seeking opportunity, lifestyle and modern infrastructure in a regional community."
With a vision of supporting future economic sustainability and equity, Gilgandra Hunter Park Precinct will also provide spaces suitable for allied health services, and support volunteerism and local enterprise development.
Design and planning will occur in close consultation with our local sporting and community groups.
David Neeves, Council's General Manager, adds:
"This bold investment will allow Council to deliver on our commitment to creating a thriving, inclusive and forward-thinking community – strengthening youth support services, delivering exceptional recreational facilities and wellbeing outcomes for the region, and fuelling population growth."