- Lotterywest
grant to deliver adventure playground at Spoilbank Marina
- Town of
Port Hedland to manage project's design, construction and management
- Playground
set to become a social hub for families in the town
Port Hedland's new Spoilbank Marina
precinct will include an interactive, adventure playground for children and families,
courtesy of funding from the Cook Government.
The Town of Port Hedland has been
successful in securing a $4 million grant through Lotterywest to design and
build the playground which will become a key feature of the Spoilbank Marina
precinct.
Recent census data
for the Port Hedland local government area shows 17.6 per cent of the population
is aged under 10 compared to the State average of 12.6 per cent.
It is envisaged the new playground will
become a social hub for visitors and families living in Port Hedland and
neighbouring communities.
The playground will include secure
perimeter fencing, shade structures, native trees and shrubs and wetpour rubber
softfall surfaces in play areas.
Meanwhile work managed by Pilbara Ports
continues at the Spoilbank Marina precinct with construction expected to be
completed later this year.
The $187 million project is funded by
the State Government, Town of Port Hedland and BHP.
Comments attributed to Ports
Minister David Michael:
"I congratulate the Town of Port Hedland for securing funds for the
playground, which will not only provide enjoyment for children but also
contribute to the social fabric of the town.
"I'm pleased that Lotterywest funding can be spent on such an important
project that will no doubt lift the entire Spoilbank Marina precinct.
"I look forward to returning to Port Hedland when the project is
complete and residents and visitors can make use of the world-class facilities
at the marina."
Comments attributed to Pilbara
MLA Kevin Michel:
"This playground will become a focal point and gathering place for
families across Port Hedland.
"Having the foresight to pursue such a project as part of the Spoilbank
Marina development is a feather in the cap of the Town of Port Hedland."
Comments attributed to Town of
Port Hedland Mayor Peter Carter:
"Investment in quality spaces for regional
communities enhances liveability and helps build a family-friendly, vibrant and
cohesive community.
"This playground at Spoilbank Marina will
support essential social connections amongst families and create inclusive
opportunities for children to play, explore and thrive."
