New $4 million fitness and sport park opens at Canley Vale

City of Fairfield has advised that Stage 1 of the new fitness and sport park at Avenel Park in Canley Vale, located in south west Sydney, is now open - delivering an array of recreational, and social benefits for the community.

Stage 1 features include an urban skatepark – purpose-built for skateboarding; BMX; roller skating; and scooting, a multi-sports court with futsal court and basketball court, a multi-sport wall allowing for a variety of ball sports, volleyball court, ping pong tables, kick-about lawn, a 500-metre loop running track and 25-metre sprint track, and a central plaza and picnic areas for people to gather, connect, stay and play.

Stage 2 will see the addition of a ninja course and outdoor gym equipment, and is scheduled for completion early next year.

Hundreds gathered at the plaque unveiling and ribbon-cutting ceremony on the weekend, where the park was officially opened by Fairfield City Mayor Frank Carbone and Local State Member for Fairfield Dr David Saliba.

Mayor Carbone said that the park will be a central hub for residents to gather, fostering a healthier and more connected community and noted “well-planned outdoor fitness equipment is important to ensure our residents can live active, healthy lifestyles while making the most of their local outdoor spaces.

“Avenel Park will provide more recreational opportunities for residents of all ages and abilities.

“This new fitness facility, combined with the tennis courts and significant upgrades underway at Endeavour Sports Park nearby, will see the area transformed into a premier destination for both organised sport and casual use.”

The $4.27 million Avenel Park project is funded by the NSW Government's Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants Program in association with Fairfield City Council.

Avenel Park is located on Avenel and Sackville streets, Canley Vale.

Image. Credit: Fairfield City Council.