Community
12 June, 2024
Nature play area takes shape
CONSTRUCTION of a $780,000 nature play area featuring an enchanted palm forest, slides, and a fort nestled amongst a native flora garden designed especially for children is underway at Warrina Lakes Community Parklands, Innisfail.
Cassowary Coast councillor for infrastructure services Nicholas Pervan said the playground aimed to immerse children of all ages in the wonders of the outdoors while fostering environmental awareness and overall wellbeing.
“During extensive community consultation earlier this year there was a high level of enthusiasm for a nature-inspired play space,” he said.
“The proposed design collected widespread approval, with residents expressing their preferences for various elements and themes.
“Council has incorporated these insights to ensure the final design authentically captures the essence of our local environment and aligns with community needs.”
The nature play area will feature a diverse array of elements, including slides, timber steppers, balance beams, an enchanted palm forest, a climbing net, and a fort equipped with a talking tube.
Miles of Landscaping was awarded the contract with a completion dates of June 30, 2024.
The project has been funded by the Queensland Government’s Works for Queensland program in association with the Cassowary Coast Regional Council.
Housing, Local Government, Planning and Public Works Minister Meghan Scanlon said investing in these types of projects “will bring a great benefit to the local community and support jobs”.
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