An upgrade to Avoca Beach’s Ross Park district playspace has been completed and officially marked by a visit from Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government, The Hon. Catherine King MP, Federal Member for Robertson, Dr Gordon Reid MP, and Central Coast Council Administrator, Mr Rik Hart.
Ross Park district playspace received $300,000 from the Australian Government through the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure (LRCI) Program and $10,000 from Central Coast Council to improve and enhance the park.
Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government, The Hon. Catherine King MP said improving local facilities has real benefits for the local community and adds to the liveability of our regions.
“Projects like this is exactly what the LRCI Program is all about. That’s why the Australian Government is investing $3.25 billion in the LRCI Program in total, to assist Councils in getting important community projects done.”
Member for Robertson, Dr Gordon Reid MP said that the improvements completed at Ross Park playspace will serve the surrounding communities for years to come.
“Ross Park is a much-loved community playspace in Avoca Beach and conveniently located close to the beach, where many local and visiting families come to enjoy,” Dr Reid said.
“The improvements that have been completed will provide greater accessibility and safety features. The upgrade has ensured the playspace is brought up to standards local community members expect. This was achieved through earlier consultations with the community. I am pleased to see that those consultations have been incorporated into this phenomenal upgrade”. Dr Reid said.
“I thank Central Coast Council and its staff for completing yet another high quality playspace upgrade,” Dr Reid said.
Central Coast Council Administrator, Rik Hart said community input was integral to the design of this renewed playspace at Avoca Beach, which is a popular destination for many local families and visitors to the Coast.
Council undertook community consultation to find out what’s important to locals, with this feedback guiding the final design and inclusions of this public asset,” Mr Hart said.
“The refreshed district level playspace offers a variety of active and dynamic play opportunities as well as sensory, creative and natural play areas, and improved accessibility – which aligns with the Central Coast Playspace Strategy,” Mr Hart said.
“This project demonstrates how different levels of government working together can achieve positive community outcomes. With the Australian Government’s funding, Council has been able to deliver a playspace which provides health, economic and social benefits for the region,” Mr Hart said.
Some of the improvements to Ross Park playspace include rubber softfall, synthetic grass, new shade structures, replaced fencing and gates, recycling bins, and installation of a water drinking station.
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