Did you know that a revitalisation of a beautiful children’s area at the Gunyah Reserve in Avalon took place during the lockdown? As Sydney reopens to normal activities, young residents will now be able to enjoy the new playground equipment.
Set in a small pocket surrounded by nature, the Gunyah Reserve playground has been fitted with a new swing set, slide, rocker, a new bench seat and a see-saw. Materials used for the equipment are made from natural wood with muted colours to blend with the natural setting, per Northern Beaches Council.
This secluded spot is metres off the street so kids can play freely without their parents worrying if they would wander off onto the road. The Gunyah Reserve is also a good and quiet spot for adults to read and rest whilst their kids play with their friends.
“My kids grew up with this lovely safe place where we had many birthday parties and community Christmas Eves at the end of our quiet cul-de-sac. Good to see Council have made it lovely again,” said Nina Gow, whose kids grew up playing in the park in the 1980s.
“We live nearby and our little granddaughter visiting from Melbourne loved this little park. She always asks to go there whenever she’s here,” said grandmum Stephanie Bush.
Along with this Avalon playground’s update, the 30-year-old playground located at the Quarry Reserve in North Manly also received improvements to meet the safety standards. This playground is now fitted with three swings, junior and senior climbing units, and a balance beam.
The revitalisation is part of the Council’s plan to provide “exciting and vibrant play spaces” for the Northern Beaches community, as well as the physical, mental and social stimulation of the kids.
