New splash pad opens at Blacktown Aquatic Centre

Blacktown City Council has opened its $700,000 splash pad which features various water features and play zones, designed for children of all ages and abilities.

Blacktown City Mayor Tony Bleasdale advised “this project strikes at the heart of one of our key initiatives at Council, to create more places for our residents to be More Active, More Often in Blacktown City.

“It’s all thanks to funding from Blacktown City’s $5 million Supplementary Works Program and I’m sure plenty of fun will be had here for many years to come.”

Council engaged contractor Parkequip to construct the new feature, which is situated between the toddler pool and Michele De Vries clubhouse.

Council commissioned and worked with First Nations artist Leanne Watson (pictured below right), who designed colourful art to bring the splash pad to life.

A Dharug woman from the Burubirangal and Warmuli family groups, Watson’s artwork highlights the connection of Dharug people to local waterways and incorporates imagery of native aquatic fauna.

Councillor Julie Griffiths (pictured above left) adds “a key highlight of the splash pad’s design is its inclusivity, which means children of all abilities can have access, shoot a water cannon or get dunked by a bucket.

“I look forward to seeing the many smiling faces this splash pad will surely bring.”

To find out more about Council’s More Active, More Often initiative, visit blacktown.nsw.gov.au/Sport-recreation/More-Active-More-Often-In-Blacktown-City

Click here to contact Parkequip via their listing in the Australasian Leisure Management Supplier Directory

Image top: Children enjoying the new splash pad. Image above:  Blacktown City Mayor Tony Bleasdale (centre), with Ward 2 Councillor Julie Griffiths (left) and Dharug artist Leanne Watson (right) at Blacktown Aquatic Centre’s new splash pad.