Summergold Park Playground Renewal
Townsville City Council is undertaking early planning for the playground renewal at Summergold Park and is seeking community input to help co-design the upgrade. These upgrades aim to improve recreational opportunities, enhance safety, and ensure the park continues to meet the needs of the community.
Summergold Park currently features two recreational zones:
- a playground and picnic area accessed from Summergold Street, and
- a basketball court and picnic facilities accessed from Fremont Street.
Following a review of this community asset - particularly the playground's proximity to Summergold Street - Council is proposing changes to improve the park's layout, usability, and safety features. At the same time, Council is planning a future upgrade at Shoalmarra Park to enhance play value and offer a wider range of inclusive community facilities.
Your feedback will help co-design these projects and guide decision-making for future planning and funding opportunities.
What is being proposed? 
Summergold Park - Stage 1
Council proposes to:
- Decommission the existing playground on Summergold Street.
- Install outdoor fitness equipment in its place to create a healthy, active space for all ages.
Shoalmarra Park - Stage 2
Council proposes to:
- Renew the existing playground to increase its play value.
- Improve inclusiveness, accessibility and usability for a wider range of community members.
Why are these renewal project important?
These improvements aim to:
- Enhance recreational opportunities for residents and visitors to enjoy.
- Encourage active and healthy lifestyles.
- Increase access to inclusive community facilities within local suburbs.
Community Feedback Sought
Council is seeking your feedback on the facilities you currently use at these parks and the types of improvements you would like to see. When providing your suggestions, please keep in mind that Council will allocate a budget for each park based on factors such as its location, size, accessibility, existing facilities, and proximity to other park in the neighbourhood.
How can you get involved?
Online Survey - Share your thoughts through a short online survey below - it's simple and only takes a few minutes.
- Consultation Period: Monday 2 February to Friday 6 March 2026.
On-Site Drop-in Session - Join the project team for a face-to-face discussion. Bring your ideas and help us shape the future of Summergold Park.
- Date: Thursday, 12 February 2026
- Time: 4.30 - 5.30pm
- Location: Summergold Park
Next steps
Council will review and evaluate all survey responses and feedback. The final design will take this input into account while also meeting Council's playground design guidelines and standards.
