The Sunshine Coast’s newest playground has opened just in time for the school holidays.
An activity space has been completed as part of the second stage of upgrades at Power Memorial Park in Mudjimba.
Sunshine Coast councillor Taylor Bunnag said he was “thrilled” with the new play area and that it made the already popular park even better.
“The design gives a nod to two icons, the ex-HMAS Brisbane, which was decommissioned in 2001 and was sunk as a dive wreck off the Mudjimba coast in 2005, and also to our iconic Sunshine Coast surf lifeguard services and volunteer lifesaving teams,” he said.
“With a bright red and yellow lifeguard tower and a play structure that looks like the bow of the HMAS Brisbane – complete with fish – the playground provides a great mix of activities that my kids road tested on the weekend and absolutely loved.
“We ran into some challenges during the upgrade with tree roots throughout the existing playground location.
“So we moved the playground to the south, out of the tree root zone and this is now a first-class play space for our community to enjoy.
“As a result of the playground relocation, we’ve had to redesign the new shade sails and they will be installed in the next few months.
“This park upgrade complements the many other projects happening in our community.
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“I encourage our community to visit the park, have a picnic and bring the kids for an amazing time on the new playground.
“This is another great upgrade showcasing how we’re connecting and engaging with our communities to build a better future for everyone.”
The project was made possible via Sunshine Coast Council and federal government funding.
During the first stage, council improved walkways and renewed the five shelters adjacent to the playground with new roofing, barbecues and seating. Local artists also made park elements pop with a splash of colour.
