The renewal and modernisation of Lismore's public amenities blocks continues, with two new facilities now open at Lismore Railway Station and Nesbitt Park Playground in South Lismore.
Positioned at the start of the Lismore to Bentley section of the award-winning Northern Rivers Rail Trail, the railway station facility features nine cubicles including two ambulant and one wheelchair accessible.
An historic photograph of the railway station dating from the early 1900s has been printed on both sides of the building, in an eye-catching nod to the heritage of the location.
Nesbitt Park Playground amenities block is designed for parents and children, located closer to the playground as well as the park's popular asphalt pump track and mountain bike skills course.
Featuring three cubicles, including two wheelchair-accessible and one ambulant, it's the second amenity block to open at Nesbitt this year, following the July opening of the toilets and kiosk adjacent to the cricket field.
Completed by Bennett Constructions, the buildings share similar external designs and fixtures as Lismore's other new amenities, which allows for improved maintenance and accessibility while also meeting current disability and access standards.
Both projects were jointly funded by the Australian and NSW Governments under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements, at a combined cost of approximately $800,000.
Mayor Steve Krieg says, "Lismore City Council is working hard to improve access, comfort and amenity for locals and visitors alike, with the support of the Federal and State governments."
"These new amenities blocks are so much better than the old ones, particularly at the railway station, and I know they'll be hugely appreciated by the community."
Federal Member for Page, Kevin Hogan said these new facilities make a real difference for families, visitors, and local residents.
"Whether you're taking the kids to the playground at Nesbitt Park or setting out on the Rail Trail, this is about having modern, clean, accessible amenities close by. It's also a great example of all levels of government working together with Council to deliver practical improvements for our community."
