Mackay Regional Council has announced Muller Park in Ooralea will be getting new “tower fun” playground equipment, which was chosen by residents.
The announcement comes after the original play equipment was removed late last year due to its age and poor condition.
Mayor Greg Williamson said Muller Park was a popular park that residents valued.
“Families told us loud and clear that Muller Park was a vital community space – whether that’s to ride the miniature trains, hold birthday parties and picnics, or just as a play space after school or on weekends,” Mayor Williamson said.
Extensive consultation to determine the park’s future use was undertaken with the community, including an on-site engagement session at Muller Park and an online survey.
About 114 individuals had their say on the park’s future and more than 60 per cent of those had young children.
Mayor Williamson said the community was given six options to choose from, which included tower fun, adventure climb, dig site, swing park, ninja warrior course, and jump and bounce park.
“Out of all the options, 58 per cent of residents voted for tower fun,” he said.
“Tower fun caters for a wide age range, from babies to teens of about 14, and offers many types of play that allow kids to be active and imaginative.
“The idea is that little ones will be able to explore the shaded lower-level areas, while the older kids can climb to the top.
“Online feedback also suggested the need for additional fencing around the playground.
“As a result, the new playground will be fully fenced and feature softfall underfoot.”
The detailed playground design is expected to be completed by the start of next year, with construction forecast to commence in the first half of 2026.
Visit connectingmackay.com.au to keep up to date on the project.
About 114 individuals had their say on the park’s future and more than 60 per cent of those had young children. Photo and image supplied by Mackay Regional Council
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