Park Beach Reserve - Playground renewal

Consultation has concluded

Consultation closed: Thank you to everyone who shared feedback and voted on the playground concepts for Park Beach Reserve. More than 800 community members participated online and at the Park Beach Reserve Twilight Markets display. The concept “Adventure Cove” by For Park received the most support, with 46% of the vote.

At its meeting on 26 February 2026, Council resolved to accept the tender from For Park to design, supply and install the new playground.
The contractor will now progress detailed design, with construction expected to begin during the 2025–26 financial year.

To stay up to date on the construction of the project visit the City Current Project page.
Your feedback helped shape the future playground. Thank you for getting involved.

What we heard from the community

Through the consultation process, the community told us they want:

An inclusive playground that caters for all ages and abilities
Adventurous and challenging play alongside spaces for younger children
Play experiences that reflect the coastal setting of Park Beach
A high‑quality, destination‑level play space for locals and visitors

These priorities directly shaped the concept designs.

Playground concept designs

A new, exciting playground is coming to Park Beach Reserve!
Five concept designs were developed by specialist playground designers based on community feedback.
Consultation closed Sunday 21 December 2025.

Option 1: Wave Wonders - View the design here.
A fully inclusive playground with multi-slide towers, climbing routes, and nature play zones. Features like a wheelchair carousel and sway glide make adventure fun for all ages.

Option 2: Seaside Peaks - View the design here.
Twin coastal-inspired towers with climbing, lookout points, and balance paths. Water-play and sensory areas connect children to the surrounding landscape.

Option 3: Adventure Cove - View the design here.
A high-energy playground with slides, rope challenges, and a basket swing, plus a little-kids zone with sand, water, and nature play. Older kids can enjoy a half basketball court too.

Option 4: Tide Trail Adventure - View the design here.
Sail into adventure with climbing towers, rope routes, and interactive play elements. Inclusive features like a carousel and mouse house make it fun for all abilities.

Option 5: Pirate Play Cove - View the design here.
A pirate-themed, multi-level playground with rope climbs, spiral slides, and nature trails. Sensory panels and an inclusive carousel ensure play for everyone.

Why is this happening?

The current playground is reaching the end of its life. The new playground will be delivered in two stages, with $1 million in funding across two financial years, providing a modern, inclusive, and destination-quality play space for the community.

Consultation closed: Thank you to everyone who shared feedback and voted on the playground concepts for Park Beach Reserve. More than 800 community members participated online and at the Park Beach Reserve Twilight Markets display. The concept “Adventure Cove” by For Park received the most support, with 46% of the vote.

At its meeting on 26 February 2026, Council resolved to accept the tender from For Park to design, supply and install the new playground.
The contractor will now progress detailed design, with construction expected to begin during the 2025–26 financial year.

To stay up to date on the construction of the project visit the City Current Project page.
Your feedback helped shape the future playground. Thank you for getting involved.

What we heard from the community

Through the consultation process, the community told us they want:

An inclusive playground that caters for all ages and abilities
Adventurous and challenging play alongside spaces for younger children
Play experiences that reflect the coastal setting of Park Beach
A high‑quality, destination‑level play space for locals and visitors

These priorities directly shaped the concept designs.

Playground concept designs

A new, exciting playground is coming to Park Beach Reserve!
Five concept designs were developed by specialist playground designers based on community feedback.
Consultation closed Sunday 21 December 2025.

Option 1: Wave Wonders - View the design here.
A fully inclusive playground with multi-slide towers, climbing routes, and nature play zones. Features like a wheelchair carousel and sway glide make adventure fun for all ages.

Option 2: Seaside Peaks - View the design here.
Twin coastal-inspired towers with climbing, lookout points, and balance paths. Water-play and sensory areas connect children to the surrounding landscape.

Option 3: Adventure Cove - View the design here.
A high-energy playground with slides, rope challenges, and a basket swing, plus a little-kids zone with sand, water, and nature play. Older kids can enjoy a half basketball court too.

Option 4: Tide Trail Adventure - View the design here.
Sail into adventure with climbing towers, rope routes, and interactive play elements. Inclusive features like a carousel and mouse house make it fun for all abilities.

Option 5: Pirate Play Cove - View the design here.
A pirate-themed, multi-level playground with rope climbs, spiral slides, and nature trails. Sensory panels and an inclusive carousel ensure play for everyone.

Why is this happening?

The current playground is reaching the end of its life. The new playground will be delivered in two stages, with $1 million in funding across two financial years, providing a modern, inclusive, and destination-quality play space for the community.

Consultation has concluded

Project Update– Thanks for Your Feedback!

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We heard you, Coffs! Over 570 people shared their ideas for the future Park Beach Reserve Playground – thank you!
Your feedback has helped shape a design brief that reflects what matters most to locals: fun, inclusive, adventurous play, spaces to gather and celebrate, and a safe and welcoming environment for everyone.
We heard strong support for a mix of climbing and adventure play, nature and sensory experiences, equipment for all ages and abilities, and spaces for carers to relax and supervise comfortably.
The next exciting step? Later this year, you’ll get the chance to vote on one of three playground design options – so stay tuned!
Together, we’re creating a special play space for the whole community.
We heard you, Coffs! Over 570 people shared their ideas for the future Park Beach Reserve Playground – thank you!
Your feedback has helped shape a design brief that reflects what matters most to locals: fun, inclusive, adventurous play, spaces to gather and celebrate, and a safe and welcoming environment for everyone.
We heard strong support for a mix of climbing and adventure play, nature and sensory experiences, equipment for all ages and abilities, and spaces for carers to relax and supervise comfortably.
The next exciting step? Later this year, you’ll get the chance to vote on one of three playground design options – so stay tuned!
Together, we’re creating a special play space for the whole community.
Consultation has concluded
Initial consultation

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From the 7 to 20 July, we invite the community to share their ideas for the future of Park Beach Reserve Playground. Over 570 locals, shared feedback that will be used to help shaped a design brief focused on fun, inclusive and adventurous play, with spaces for all ages and abilities.

Later this year, you’ll be able to vote on one of three exciting design options – stay tuned!

A new playground is coming to Park Beach Reserve

We’re creating a new district playground at Park Beach Reserve and we want to hear from you!

The existing playground is nearing the end of its life and will be replaced with a new and exciting play space in a new location within the reserve.

This new inclusive, multifunctional, destination playground will be built over two stages, with $1 million in funding allocated across two financial years.

What's this consultation about?

We’re asking you to help shape what the new playground looks like by sharing your ideas and priorities.

Your feedback will help us understand what play styles, age groups, and features are most important so we can design something that reflects the needs of local families and visitors.

What’s included?

We want to know what matters most:

What kind of play equipment and experiences do you value?

What design elements (shade, seating) are essential?

How should we balance budget and priorities?

Get involved
These are a two easy ways to share your feedback:

📝Complete our online form – share your feedback, preferences and priorities.

💬 Post on the ideas wall – share your creative thoughts, photos, or comments about what would make the playground great for you and for kids.

📅 Consultation closed on Sunday 20 July.
What happens next
Community feedback will be collected in July and used in the development of draft playground designs. Later in 2025, the community will be invited to vote on their preferred design, before plans are finalised for construction later in the year.
From the 7 to 20 July, we invite the community to share their ideas for the future of Park Beach Reserve Playground. Over 570 locals, shared feedback that will be used to help shaped a design brief focused on fun, inclusive and adventurous play, with spaces for all ages and abilities.

Later this year, you’ll be able to vote on one of three exciting design options – stay tuned!

A new playground is coming to Park Beach Reserve

We’re creating a new district playground at Park Beach Reserve and we want to hear from you!

The existing playground is nearing the end of its life and will be replaced with a new and exciting play space in a new location within the reserve.

This new inclusive, multifunctional, destination playground will be built over two stages, with $1 million in funding allocated across two financial years.

What's this consultation about?

We’re asking you to help shape what the new playground looks like by sharing your ideas and priorities.

Your feedback will help us understand what play styles, age groups, and features are most important so we can design something that reflects the needs of local families and visitors.

What’s included?

We want to know what matters most:

What kind of play equipment and experiences do you value?

What design elements (shade, seating) are essential?

How should we balance budget and priorities?

Get involved
These are a two easy ways to share your feedback:

📝Complete our online form – share your feedback, preferences and priorities.

💬 Post on the ideas wall – share your creative thoughts, photos, or comments about what would make the playground great for you and for kids.

📅 Consultation closed on Sunday 20 July.
What happens next
Community feedback will be collected in July and used in the development of draft playground designs. Later in 2025, the community will be invited to vote on their preferred design, before plans are finalised for construction later in the year.
Consultation has concluded