Lismore City Council has completed major upgrades to two much-loved village parks, delivering revitalised community spaces for play, recreation and connection in Tullera and Dunoon.
The upgrades at Spinaze Park, Tullera, and Tamarind Park, Dunoon, are the first major projects delivered under Council's Open Space Strategy 2024-2034, a long-term plan to improve public spaces across Lismore and its surrounding villages.
To celebrate the completed works, community BBQ Open Days will be held at both parks in early July, weather permitting.
Investing in Village Communities
Lismore City Mayor Steve Krieg said the projects demonstrate Council's commitment to practical community infrastructure.
"These upgrades are more than just new park infrastructure. They are about investing in the places where village life happens," he said.
"Spinaze Park is a fantastic local story. It began with a proud family who loved their community and wanted to give something back, and almost a century later, that gift is still bringing people together.
"Council is proud to help renew this space for the next generation while recognising the Spinaze family, Tullera Hall, the Rural Fire Service and the many residents who have helped keep this place at the heart of Tullera."
Spinaze Park Upgrade
The revitalisation of Spinaze Park includes:
New pathways
Picnic shelter and seating
Revitalised hard-surface play area featuring two handball courts, a netball hoop and tennis and soccer rebound walls
Forest-top treehouse-themed playground reflecting the natural environment
Storyboard celebrating the history of the Spinaze family and the wider Tullera community.
The park is named in honour of the Spinaze family, one of Tullera's pioneering farming families. Antonio Spinaze migrated from Italy in the early 1900s through the New Italy settlement program and later donated land to support the growing local community.
Jane Spinaze, Antonio's granddaughter, said it was special to see the park renewed while preserving its history.
"Spinaze Park has always been a place for the community to gather, and I am very proud of the role my family played in creating that shared space," she said.
"What makes it even better is seeing the park renewed so the next generation of the Tullera community can enjoy it too.
"I would like to thank Lismore City Council for recognising the history of the park and helping carry it forward."
A Community Legacy
Tullera Hall President Carl Cadonetti said the upgrade comes at a significant time as the hall approaches its 100-year milestone.
"Discussions to build Tullera Hall started in 1926, and by 1928 the hall was built.
"To see Spinaze Park, the hall and this whole community space looking the way it does now is an amazing testament to everyone who has worked for almost a century to keep this community together."
Community BBQ Open Days
Tamarind Park, Dunoon
• Monday, 6 July 2026
• 3pm-5pm
• Hosted by the Dunoon Rural Fire Service.
Spinaze Park, Tullera
• Tuesday, 7 July 2026
• 2:30pm-5pm
• Hosted by the Tullera Hall Committee.
Residents are encouraged to bring their families, enjoy a free community BBQ and explore the parks' new facilities and playgrounds.
About the Open Space Strategy
Council's Open Space Strategy 2024-2034 provides a 10-year framework for planning and improving public spaces that support community wellbeing and environmental outcomes. The upgrades at Spinaze Park and Tamarind Park help ensure local villages have accessible, welcoming and practical places where families can play, neighbours can gather, and communities can stay connected.
