The City of Hobart is proud to announce the completion of the new Saunders Crescent Playground in South Hobart — a vibrant, inclusive space created in response to strong community advocacy and designed to support children's development, creativity, and connection.
Located between Saunders Crescent and Moree Close, the playground transforms two previously unused blocks of council land into a welcoming recreational area featuring play towers, slides, swings, a picnic shelter, gravelled pathways, bouldered landscaping, and native tree plantings for shade and privacy.
The $205,150 project was supported by the Tasmanian Government through the Department of State Growth and is part of the City of Hobart's commitment to providing high-quality recreational spaces for all residents.
The City of Hobart maintains over 50 playgrounds, including popular destinations like Legacy Park, Caldew (Train) Park, Long Beach Playground, Cornelian Bay Playground, Princes Park, and the North Hobart Skate Park.
To celebrate the completion of the project, the City is inviting families to a launch event on Friday 11 July from 10am to 12pm. The morning will feature free face painting, a food truck, and plenty of fun for children and families to explore the new space.
Quotes to be attributed to Cr Gemma Kitsos:
"This project is a testament to the power of community.
"The Cascades Playground Collective saw a need for a shared space where children could play and families could connect—and they made it happen. Their petition sparked a conversation that led to real change.
"Playgrounds are more than just places to play.
"They're where children learn to interact, express themselves, build confidence, and develop independence. Outdoor play supports both physical and mental wellbeing—and perhaps most importantly, it's fun.
"This new playground adds to our growing network of open spaces that support healthy, active lifestyles.
"It's a space that reflects the values of South Hobart: community, wellbeing, and joy."
Quotes to be attributed to petition organiser Emma Green:
"The idea for this playground was sparked by a conversation with neighbours, and the petition to council was driven by a team of enthusiastic local kids.
"The kids and families in our community have been eagerly watching the playground come to life and are incredibly excited to use it for years to come.
"The playground is a fantastic way to make use of previously vacant council land in our neighbourhood.
"The new playground will be a place for kids to embrace active play and for our diverse neighbourhood to build community connections.
"We are grateful for the support of the council and the state government."
