Penrith City Council has upgraded another three playspaces across the local government area, so there are even more places for young people to play during the school holidays.
The older playspaces in Adelaide Street Reserve, St Marys; Eileen Cammack Reserve, South Penrith; and Ridge Park, Oxley Park, have been replaced with exciting new equipment, seating, pathways and landscaping. Existing shade sails were also retained at each playspace to provide shade year-round.
Penrith Mayor Todd Carney said he hoped the upgrades will encourage more young people and families to head outside and enjoy their local facilities.
"We know how important it is for residents of all ages to have access to high-quality public spaces and recreation areas," Cr Carney.
"These spaces are essential to give everyone in the community opportunities to get active, enjoy healthy lifestyles and connect with each other.
"There are more than 160 playspaces across the City, which can all be found on our website if you're looking for things to do on the weekends or during the holidays."
These playspace projects were funded through the NSW Government's Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants Program. Council received a $7.56 million grant to upgrade 21 playspace sites across the local government area and 12 projects have been completed to date.
Member for Penrith Karen McKeown OAM said the NSW Government is proud to partner with Penrith City Council to deliver these fantastic new playspaces.
"Projects like this mean more local families can enjoy safe, accessible and modern facilities close to home," McKeown said.
"Through the Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants Program, the NSW Government is delivering the necessary recreation areas our growing communities need.
"These upgraded facilities will give Penrith residents more opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, stay healthy and spend quality time with friends and family."
Another nine playspaces will be renewed over the next year in Claremont Meadows, Glenmore Park, Londonderry, Penrith, South Penrith and St Marys.
These playspaces were identified through Council's Sport and Recreation Strategy, which is a 15-year road map for the future provision of sport, play, recreation and open space facilities across our City.
You can find your nearest playspace at: penrith.city/playspaces
