Following community feedback, Jeremiah O’Toole Park in Morningside is set for a significant upgrade, featuring a completely redesigned playground, new pathways, and refurbished facilities.
The planned improvements aim to enhance the park’s usability and appeal for local residents of all ages and abilities. Final designs for the playground component are still being developed, and exact start dates for the work are yet to be confirmed.
Playground Transformation
A central part of the project involves a major overhaul of the playground area. Plans include installing new swings, climbing equipment, and slides. The redesigned space will adopt a more natural look and feel. Officials indicated that images of the final playground design will be shared with the community once available.
Enhanced Accessibility and Amenities
Accessibility throughout the park is flagged for improvement by adding new pathways. These paths are intended to benefit children on scooters and bikes and people pushing prams or using mobility devices. Alongside the pathways, the project includes refurbishing the basketball shooters’ box.
To improve park visitors’ comfort, more seating will be installed around the playground and basketball court. An additional shaded shelter will also be constructed next to the playground area.
Project Timing
Initial construction work will commence within the current financial year, focusing on the new pathways, extra seating, and the shaded shelter. Further updates on precise timing for all upgrade stages, including the playground construction, are expected soon. The announcement emphasised that the upgrades are a direct result of community input.
Published Date 10-April-2025