Construction is underway in Trinity Drive Reserve, Cambridge Gardens, to upgrade the junior playspace and build a new mixed recreation space for the community to enjoy.
The junior playspace upgrade will feature new play equipment including a sensory zone, mound slide, play cubby, double swing with sling seat and toddler seat, shade sails, trees, an accessible pathway, and seating. Water bubblers and bins will also be installed following community feedback.
A new mixed recreation space is also being constructed in the reserve adjacent to Cambridge Gardens Public School. It will feature skate and pump track facilities, parkour features, climbing wall, basket swing, a flying fox, accessible trampoline and spinner, and social spaces.
Penrith Mayor Tricia Hitchen said local residents played an important role in bringing these projects to life.
"Thank you to the passionate residents of Cambridge Gardens who helped us understand what they wanted to see happen in Trinity Drive Reserve and shared their feedback during the consultation process," Cr Hitchen said.
"These new recreation spaces will provide more opportunities to play, be active and socialise for residents of all ages."
The upgrades are being funded by Council in partnership with the NSW Government through the Clubgrants Category 3 Infrastructure Grant and Everyone Can Play Grant programs.
Member for Penrith Stuart Ayres MP said the NSW Government is committed to improving the quality and quantity of recreation facilities for everyone to enjoy.
"Well-developed outdoor recreation spaces are an integral part of our local community that help connect people of all ages, abilities and cultural backgrounds and to promote healthy lifestyles," Mr Ayres said.
"These exciting upgrades at Trinity Drive will have fun equipment like the flying fox and climbing equipment along with quiet sheltered spaces to sit and just enjoy being outside."
These projects were identified through Council's Sport and Recreation Strategy.
Find out more at: www.yoursaypenrith.com.au/trinityplay
Photo caption: Penrith Mayor Tricia Hitchen and Member for Penrith Stuart Ayres are pictured at the sod turn event held for Trinity Drive Reserve.
