Look after your physical and mental health
Published on 11 August 2021
During lockdown, the importance of being able to stay fit, healthy and active has more than ever been shown as an essential part of our physical and mental wellbeing.
Over the next year, Council is investing millions of dollars to improve open spaces for the community. Council is committed to building some of the best facilities in Sydney.
Council has begun planning to invest $4.75 million for additional play embellishments and fitness equipment in Bareena Park, Canley Vale and Fairfield Heights Park, Fairfield Heights.
Council was successful in receiving the funding from the NSW Government’s Public Spaces Legacy Program for the parks. The new parks will add to Council’s recent investments in super parks such as Deerbush Park, Koonoona Park and Fairfield Adventure Park.
The playgrounds and fitness equipment at each park would include something for everyone with features such as toddler play equipment, custom picnic shelters, cycle paths, climbing frames, all-abilities play equipment and scooter tracks.
The works are due for completion in 2022. Council is also looking to build a fitness precinct at The Avenue in Canley Vale and will finalise a concept plan this financial year.
The fitness precinct could contain elements such as a modular (up and down gradients) track circuit for walking and running, dual sports courts, inclusive fitness equipment and a sprint track.
The fitness park will be a recreation space for children, teens and adults to come together and undertake healthy activities in a unique and fun environment. Council is also transforming Cabravale Leisure Centre into a specialised health and wellbeing precinct, to enhance the centre’s existing facilities and services. It will be a one-stop shop for seniors, people with disabilities and people recovering from health conditions.
Wherever you live, whether you are young, old, already fit or just getting into exercise, we are committed to making sure there are plenty of options for you to get out and be healthy and active with your family.