Penrith Council reaches halfway mark in its commitment to upgrade playspaces

The upgrade to Nindi Crescent playspace in Penrith’s Glenmore Park marks the halfway point of Council’s commitment to upgrade 40 playspaces over a five-year period between 2019-2024, with 20 playspaces now renewed across the Local Government Area.

The new playspace design was developed in close consultation with the local community and includes hidden bears throughout the reserve for children to find, climbing equipment, swings, a slide, and an accessible multi-play unit.

Penrith Mayor Tricia Hitchen said it was heart-warming to see local families and children enjoying the improved playspaces.

“It is important to have safe, modern and inclusive recreation spaces across our City which give young people and families the opportunity to get outside, connect and have fun,” said Mayor Hitchen.

Additional features of the upgrade include seating, landscaping, and a new pathway to allow for better access to the playspace. A shade sail will also be installed as part of a Council program to improve shade facilities at 90 playspaces, which is a key component of the Cooling the City Strategy.

Penrith City Council invested $80,000 toward the Nindi Crescent playspace upgrade through its ongoing asset renewal program, with the NSW Government contributing an additional $75,000 through the Everyone Can Play grant.

These playspaces were identified through Council’s Sport and Recreation Strategy which is a 15-year road map for the future provision of sport, play, recreation and open space facilities across our City.