Kangaroo Paw Park in Greenfields has received a much needed upgrade.
The new and improved park features an updated nature-based playground, a mini basketball court, barbecue and picnic tables, shelters and bike racks.
There are also new pathways, trails and seating which allows users to explore and connect with nature.
The upgrades have enhanced the natural beauty of the park and accessibility to recreation and play elements for the enjoyment of all ages and abilities.
Mayor Rhys Williams said the community played a big role in shaping the vision for the revitalised park and identified four key areas of improvement.
“Our community said they wanted better safety and comfort, more opportunities for recreation and play, protection of the natural environment and enhanced park amenities, which guided the City’s upgrade works,” Mayor Williams said.
“It’s been great to see the community reconnect with their local park and have a sense of pride and ownership. We thank everyone that had a say in how Kangaroo Paw Park looks and feels today.”
The original park was built in the mid-90s and has been very well used since that time.
It’s now been transformed into a vibrant and welcoming space that supports the growing local community.
Students from the nearby Greenfields Primary School celebrated the re-opening of the park last month with a tree planting event, where close to 900 seedlings were planted at the park and in the nearby bushland.
Local group Men of the Trees Peel helped with the planting after supporting the students during the school year to grow the seedlings, including the park’s iconic namesake Kangaroo Paws.
Greenfields Primary School student with Men of the Trees Peel volunteer Judy Olsen. PIC: City of Mandurah
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