Share ideas for play space

PEOPLE in the north of Golden Plains Shire are being asked to share their thoughts on the new Smythesdale sub-regional play space concept designs.

The drawings for the space at Woady Yaloak Recreation Reserve include a play tower and unit, sensory and natural areas, swings, sand pit, climbing, spinning and jumping equipment, a flying fox, an exercise area, and a scooter path.

Also part of the plans are shaded areas, furniture, a barbeque, toilets, accessible paths that link to the Ballarat-Skipton Rail Trail with bike maintenance station, and more.

“Thank you to all the residents who took the time to give their feedback on the proposed play space in Smythesdale last year,” said mayor Cr Brett Cunningham.

“Concept designs have been developed and reflect what people in our northern communities wanted to see at the play space.

“Council welcomes residents’ input on the concept design and we look forward to finalising the design with the support of the community.

“The new central play space will cater to a diverse range of age groups and greatly service townships in the north of the Shire.

“Council will continue to advocate at a State and Federal level for funding to deliver the proposed play space.”

People can give feedback on the concept designs until Tuesday, 30 May, 5pm via goldenplains.vic.gov.au/consultations.

Copies are also available for viewing at the Golden Plains Shire’s customer service centre at The Well, 19 Heales Street, Smythesdale.