Find it at: 15-23 Edinburgh Road, Modbury
The $1.5m inclusive playspace for all ages and abilities was completed in 2023, and it is fantastic!
The design builds on the existing natural features along the creek, including the existing wetlands, biodiversity areas and existing shade trees, to create different play experiences and zones along the length of the reserve:
- A bio-filtration garden which includes an informal pathway with climbing rocks, sandpit and water play, rock steppers and carved totem sculptures
- A formalised playspace which includes all ability exercise equipment, quiet play zone, swings, all accessible spinner, climbing structure and trampoline with rubber surface and picnic facilities
- Nature Play and Discovery area which includes small carved animals and fairy doors, nature play elements (low balancing logs, timber steppers etc), table and seating
Other upgrades for Edinburgh Reserve include:
- A small car park and indented parking along Edinburgh Road
- Improved connections across Montague Road and from Victoria Drive to Elcombe Crescent
- Provision for the installation of future shade structure/s
- Toilets suitable for use by people with complex disabilities and their carers
For more info check out the City of TTG council page here
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