Inner north play space

Project description

Construction is starting soon on Inner north play space.

The ACT Government is delivering a new destination style play space for the inner north. Construction will commence in 2024 on upgrading the green space adjacent to Canberra Technology Park in Watson. The space will provide recreation options for people of all ages and abilities. It will cater to nearby schools, childcare centres and residents of the inner north.

The community was engaged on the design between October 2021 and October 2023. For more information on the consultation including feedback summaries visit YourSay.

Key features

• Junior play area with a variety of play equipment
• Accessible play route linking a network of accessible play equipment
• Grassed amphitheatre
• 2 multi-use courts
• 108 new tree plantings
• 32 bike parking spaces across four locations
• One bike repair station equipped with an air pump and tools
• Picnic shelters and accessible seating
• Barbecues, drinking fountain and bins
• Fitness zone with strength and circuit training equipment
• Accessible path network
• 18 car parking spaces including 2 accessible parking spaces
• One accessible toilet and change room with baby change facilities
• 3-phase power
• Shipping container for local community groups to utilise and store equipment

Black cockatoo theme

The Glossy Black-Cockatoo and its habitat has inspired the inner north play space design.

The striking features of these cockatoos and their local habitat will guide the colours used.

Related links

• What We Heard Report – Stage 1
• What We Heard Report – Stage 2
• What We Heard Report – Stage 3 (PDF)
• Play space improvements
• Central infrastructure projects

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