City: Townsville, QLD
Country: Australia
Location: Thuringowa Park Playground, Kern Brothers Drive, Kirwan, QLD 4817
Client: Townsville City Council
Age : 2+ years
Year: 2023
In 2024, Thuringowa Park Playground in Kirwan, Queensland was transformed into a vibrant and inclusive destination for local families. Located on the corner of Dalrymple Road and Kern Brothers Drive, the popular community space was reimagined through a collaborative process between Council and the local community, ensuring the voices of families helped shape the outcome.
New play for all
The upgraded playground now invites children into a world of creativity and exploration. Exciting new play features including swings, percussion play panels, themed springers, and imaginative structures that encourage storytelling and social interaction. Every detail was considered to create an environment that supports inclusive play for children of diverse abilities, making the space welcoming, engaging, and accessible to all.
Creating a comfortable and inviting space for everyone
To complement the upgraded play offering, new shade sails provide a cooler, more comfortable play experience year-round. The addition of picnic tables and seating encourages families to linger and enjoy the space together. The renewal also included a refreshed drinking fountain, new perimeter fencing for added safety, and revitalised landscaping with irrigation to enhance the park’s natural beauty.
There is more to explore
Thuringowa Park continues to serve as a multi-use community hub, featuring an off-leash dog park with agility equipment, electric barbecues, outdoor exercise equipment, and winding bike and walking paths. People are brought together through movement and play. The entire project was proudly delivered with the help of dedicated volunteers from local Rotary Clubs. A reflection of the strong community spirit behind this much-loved park.
This playground renewal is a celebration of inclusive design, local pride, and the power of play to bring people together. Thuringowa park is an inspiring example of how public spaces can evolve to meet the needs of today’s families while nurturing the imagination of future generations.
