Playgrounds re-open

Playgrounds at Kyogle’s Anzac and Apex Parks have re-opened to the community.

The play equipment has been closed while Council upgraded the softfall at the two parks, put in additional drainage, undertook essential maintenance, and installed some new  equipment.

Unfortunately, the ongoing wet weather interrupted the work and caused some delays.

While the two parks are now open, there remains some minor works to finish, which council hopes to have completed before Christmas (weather permitting).

Meanwhile, Council will be seeking input from the community early in the New Year about everything from parks and playgrounds to waste and water services as it reviews its Community Strategic Plan (CSP).

Mayor Cr Danielle Mulholland said the CSP was Council’s highest level strategic plan and was a roadmap for the future of the Kyogle local government area over the coming 10 years.

“The community has been raising issues around our playground equipment and the softfall for some time and the delivery of this project reflects what is in our community strategic plan,” she said.

“We are soon reviewing this plan, so if you want to have some input into the future of your community, come along and have your say on what is your vision for the area.”

Cr Olivia Taylor said the review of the CSP presented the perfect opportunity for people wanting to improve children’s play spaces and playgrounds to have their say.

“Council is aware that there’s been quite a lot of discussion within the community about children’s play spaces and playgrounds, and this review will give people the chance to put forward their ideas and views,” she said.

Council will be seeking the views of the community through a range of initiatives in the New Year and encourages everyone to have input on the review of the CSP.