Kingston Park playground was officially opened in Ocean Grove and got the thumbs up from local families.
Member for Bellarine Lisa Neville officially opened the new playground which received a $100,000 investment from the state government’s Community Sports Infrastructure Fund.
The old playground equipment was dated, but the upgrade was significant Ms Neville said.
“Kingston Park’s playground has been reborn and is bigger and better than ever so Bellarine
Peninsula families and visitors can enjoy a great day out,” Ms Neville said.
“I’m sure the community will love the new equipment, which has been designed so people of all
abilities can play to their heart’s content.
“Playgrounds play a vital part in encouraging children of all abilities to get outdoors, get active, and build their skills, and put simply it is just fun for all which we are so happy to contribute towards.”
The new playground will deliver features such as accessible play spaces including a bird’s nest swing, sand digger and new connecting pathways to other play elements.
There are also slides for all ages, passive and active play areas, rope climb and a unique butterfly shade structure.
Barbecue and toilet facilities will ensure the park is a perfect venue for getting children outdoors and active, or for holding social gatherings and events, Ms Neville said.
Thanks to the Rotary Club of Ocean Grove, the old playground equipment is not going to waste.
It is being refurbished and sent to Sri Lanka where it can be enjoyed by children abroad.
