Rollingstone & Balgal Beach Open Space Renewal
Consultation has concluded
PROJECT UPDATE
Thank you for your participation in the public consultation, held between Wednesday 27 October to Friday 26 November 2021, regarding the Rollingstone and Balgal Beach Open Space Renewal.
Council’s design team have reviewed your feedback and as a result of this consultation, the proposed renewal of both Vincent Bushy Parker Park and Pace Park will include:
Vincent Bushy Parker Park (Project Complete)
- Replacement play equipment with more play options, including swings, and a large multiplay combination unit with a climbing challenge for older children;
- Placement of the playground near the large shelter with adjacent formalised creek access, with the design being sympathetic to the existing tree roots and ensuring all existing trees are retained;
- BBQ and shelter renewals at both ends of the park with new connection pathways;
- Renewal of the drinking fountain and litter bin;
- Modification works to existing irrigation
Pace Park (Project To Be Constructed)
- Replacement play equipment with more play options, including swings, a multiplay combination unit, rocker, carousel and new shade sail;
- Renewal of the basketball court with new surfacing and multipurpose sports court;
- Renewal of the drinking fountain;
- New seating areas;
- New bollards and maintenance access gate to prevent vehicle entry
- Modification works to existing irrigation
Council thanks you for your contribution in developing and improving parks and open spaces within our community. Stay tuned for further updates on this exciting shovel-ready project!
Location: 40 Rollingstone Street (at end)
Council has successfully installed the playground infrastructure at Vincent Bushy Park.
Photos of the park renewal can be found in the Images Tab.
Townsville City Council is committed to providing parks, sporting fields, and recreation areas with facilities that promote and contribute to the health and wellbeing of our city.
To deliver on this commitment, Council has allocated funds in the 2021/2022 financial year to renew the playground and community facilities at Vincent 'Bushy' Parker and Pace parks.
Why is this project necessary?
- To improve recreational opportunities for residents and visitors to enjoy
- To encourage an active and healthy lifestyle
- To increase inclusive community facilities within the Rolling Stone and Balgal Beach suburbs.
Community Feedback Sought
Council would like to know what facilities you use at these parks (and the Balgal Beach foreshore) and what improvements to the existing facilities you would like to see.
How can you get involved?
Council welcomes you to have your say on this project. Your feedback will shape this open space and guide us on decision making and planning for the future.
Have Your Say
A Have Your Say survey will be open for public participation from Wednesday 27 October to Friday 26 November 2021.
