We're upgrading park benches and picnic tables to make our public spaces more welcoming, accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
As part of our Park Furniture Renewal Program, we're rebuilding, repainting and installing new furniture in parks throughout Manningham.
This means more comfortable places to sit, gather and enjoy our stunning natural environment.
The upgrades come from a park furniture review, which found that it was smarter to rebuild items than it was to replace them. This approach saves around $3,000 to $5,000 per item and is less environmentally intensive.
What you'll see
Over the next 6 months, we will:
- rebuild 48 benches and tables
- install 21 new pieces of park benches or tables
- repaint or stain dozens more to extend their life.
We're also repositioning some furniture to better suit mobility needs, so our parks are inclusive for all.
These upgrades are part of our commitment to creating sustainable, well-maintained parks that support a connection to our environment and each other.
