David Scott Reserve - Playground Replacement

Public exhibition period now closed

In mid-2024, Council exhibited a draft concept plan for the proposed playground upgrade. Submissions were welcome until 5pm on Monday 10 June 2024. Thank you to everyone that provided feedback.

Council officers are now reviewing all submissions and will make changes as required to the draft concept plan.

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Council is pleased to present the draft concept plan for replacement of David Scott Reserve Playground, including its relocation.

The proposed update includes:

• a new footpath from Wyralla Avenue
• new rubber softfall surfacing
• play tower with climbing net for toddlers and juniors
• triple swing set with toddler seat and bucket swing
• sensory play panel
• balancing trail
• virtuoso bongo trees
• new park benches
• sandstone blocks you can sit on
• new planting with native species and medium sized trees for shade

The draft concept plan: Click to download the PDF

Artist's impression:

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Where is David Scott Reserve Playground?

David Scott Reserve playground is nestled under large trees at the intersection of Midson Road and Wyralla Avenue in Epping.

The existing playground is in need of renewal and the current location is prone to flooding in periods of rainfall which impacts on accessibility.

The new location

In order to improve accessibility andplay opportunities, Council is proposing to relocate the playground.

The new location has been selected as it allows for:

• improved passive surveillance form the street and within the park
• consolidation of play equipment to the one area (the swings and play structures are currently separated by a foot path from the Street)
• construction will not impact on existing trees or tree roots (which is likely in the current location)

As part of the relocation Council would still include a new path from the Wyralla Avenue entry point and new tree planting to increase tree canopy cover over key activity areas.

Previous community engagement

Thank you to everyone who provided their feedback in Stage One. You told us:

• Swings, climbing equipment/slides and imaginative play features were your 'top three' items ofplay equipment
• Play equipment, shade trees and seating are your main priorities, with footpaths and a bubbler in fourth and fifth place
• 89% said 'Yes' to relocating the playground away from tree roots

Please note, we have a set budget which does not provide for a bubbler, however Council is working to identify additional funding to meet this request.