Llandilo students celebrate opening of co-designed playspace

Sunday, 10 December 2023

Penrith City Council joined Llandilo Public School students to celebrate the opening of the new playspace in Wilson Park this week.

Students from the school co-designed the playspace with Council as part of the annual Penrith Mayoral Challenge program, which teaches young people about civic engagement, local government and the decision-making process.

Key features of the new playspace include climbing equipment, a multi-play unit with slide, three bay swing set with an accessible swing, outdoor fitness equipment, and a revitalised multi-sport court.

Penrith Mayor Todd Carney said it was fantastic to see the ideas and creativity of the students come to life in Wilson Park.

“Llandilo Public School students have played a key role in improving this facility for their local community to enjoy and should be proud of what they’ve achieved,” Cr Carney said.

Shade sails, a picnic table, hammock, bin, bike racks, pathways, trees and landscaping were also included in the upgrade.

This project was funded by Council and the NSW Government who contributed $75,000 through the Everyone Can Play grant program and $15,000 through the Community Building Partnership program.

Deputy Premier, Minister for Western Sydney and Member for Londonderry Prue Car MP said she was thrilled to see Wilson Park reinvigorated thanks to the new playspace.

"This playspace has been designed for children, by children,” Ms Car said.

“In years to come Llandilo Public School students can look back on this momentous achievement and know they had a hand in its creation.”

“I can't wait to see local families enjoy the new facilities at Wilson Park."

A new amenities building is also under construction which will include a unisex toilet and unisex ambulant toilet with baby change tables, as well as a MLAK-fitted unisex accessible toilet.

The delivery of this project is part of Council’s commitment to upgrading 40 playspaces across the Local Government Area between 2019-2024, with 32 playspaces now renewed.

You can find your nearest local playspace at: penrith.city/playspaces

Photo Caption:
Wilson Park #1: Llandilo Public School students and Principal Naomi Amidy join Deputy Premier, Minister for Western Sydney and Member for Londonderry Prue Car MP and Penrith Mayor Todd Carney to officially open Wilson Park.
Wilson Park #2: (L-R): Penrith City Council General Manager Andrew Moore, Llandilo Public School Principal Naomi Amidy, Llandilo Public School students and Penrith Mayor Todd Carney.
Wilson Park #3: A Llandilo Public School student enjoying the new play equipment in the Wilson Park playspace.
Wilson Park #4: Members of Council’s popular Village Café sessions attended the Wilson Park playspace opening.

Information contained within this news release was correct as at Sunday, 10 December 2023.