Lismore City Council is proud to announce the opening of six new public amenities blocks in the past month, marking great progress in its goal of enhancing the comfort and accessibility of parks and rest stops in the community.
Council received $7.5 million through the Community Assets Program, jointly funded by the Australian and NSW Governments under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements, to upgrade 20 public amenities across the Lismore Local Government Area.
The six newly completed facilities in Lismore are located at:
- Nielson Park and Wade Park in East Lismore
- McKenzie Park in North Lismore
- Nesbitt Park Cricket and Lismore Lake in South Lismore
- Sam Trimble Oval in Bexhill
Combined, these represent an almost $2.5 million investment in Lismore.
Their debut follows the recent completion of new amenities blocks at Heritage Park and Riverview Park. Other facilities in construction include Lismore Railway Station and Nesbitt Park Playground.
External designs and fixtures have been replicated across several sites, with floor plans adjusted to suit each location. This allows for improved maintenance and accessibility, with all now meeting current disability and ambulant access standards.
Federal Minister for Emergency Management Kristy McBain said supporting the upgrade of essential infrastructure like public amenities is a meaningful way to help communities bounce back and build resilience after natural disasters.
"Upgrades like these may seem simple, but they make a big difference in helping communities reconnect, recover and feel supported in their everyday lives," Minister McBain said.
"It's fantastic to see Lismore City Council using joint disaster recovery funding to deliver practical improvements that will benefit both locals and visitors for years to come."
Minister for Regional NSW, Tara Moriarty said the upgraded facilities are a welcome improvement for both the local community and visitors.
"This upgrade for safe and accessible public facilities make our parks and open spaces more usable, welcoming and inclusive."
"We're supporting the local clubs, families and community groups who rely on this space every day." said Minister Moriarty.
"We listened to our residents, and we delivered," says Lismore Mayor Steve Krieg.
"It might not be the flashiest ribbon-cutting we've ever done, but it's a big step forward for the community, and will make a real difference for families, seniors, and visitors alike."
State Member for Lismore Janelle Saffin said the NSW Govt will continue to deliver essential and practical services and amenities, like the toilets that we all need to use.
"It is important that they are built back better with state and federal disaster funding."
