St Marys Opens New Playspace Designed by Students

The brand new playspace at Monfarville Reserve is now open!

In collaboration with students from St Marys South Public School, Council's Penrith Mayoral Challenge invites young people to create a new playspace within their community. Through a series of workshops with Council staff, the students developed skills in leadership, community engagement, teamwork, decision-making, budgeting and inclusion.

Penrith Mayor Todd Carney said it was inspiring to see the creativity and teamwork the students displayed in their design skills and seeing it come together in the completed playspace.

"We are incredibly proud of the students for their dedication and hard work as they took on the challenge of helping design this new playspace with Council," Cr Carney said.

"The fun, thoughtful and imaginative design has created a playspace that will be enjoyed for years to come."

The students' designs have come to life with nature inspired play equipment for all ages as well as joey trampolines, swings, balance play and a yarning circle. New tree plantings provide shade and cooling, adding to the green space of the reserve. Additionally, shade structures, seating and an accessible picnic shelter were also installed.

This project was funded by Penrith City Council.

Find out more at yoursaypenrith.com.au/monfarville

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