The Adventure Begins: Riverbank Park Playspace

All eyes are on the construction of the new Adventure Playspace at Riverbank Park, Yass, which began last week after Council awarded the construction contract to Monarch Building Solutions Pty Ltd.

“This particular project is one the community has worked towards through an extensive consultation and design process in late 2021. We are now thrilled to see the Riverbank Park Adventure Playspace come to life after much anticipation,” said Council’s Director of Infrastructure and Assets, James Dugdell.

The Adventure Playspace will feature a flying fox, a climbing frame with slides, a climbing slope with ropes and nets, a spinning net and climber, a springer, an activity tower for infants, a double swing, a basket swing, a cubby house and stepping logs.

The first step for Monarch Building Solutions is to fence the Riverbank Park play area before removing the existing play equipment.

While some of the play equipment has seen better days, Council plans to repurpose the newer equipment.

Construction of the Adventure Playspace is due to be completed by March 2023. The adjoining car park and public toilets will remain open throughout the construction period; however, the car park may be busy with contractor vehicles, including heavy vehicles, at times.

“The Adventure Playspace at Riverbank Park will be a fantastic meeting place for the community and visitors to Yass Valley, and an exciting play space for children and teenagers. We know the community is particularly excited about having a flying fox and we can’t wait to see it in use,” said Mr Dugdell.

The Riverbank Park Adventure Playspace has been funded by a $1,784,700 grant from the NSW Public Spaces Legacy Program.

For more information on the Public Spaces Legacy Program, please visit: www.planning.nsw.gov.au/Policy-and-Legislation/Planning-reforms/NSW-Public-Spaces-Legacy-Program.

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