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Come along to a friendly community consultation about the George Smith Playground upgrade in Newtown. This is a practical opportunity for families to shape the playground design so it meets the needs of local children and parents, with council staff on hand to listen and answer questions.
The session is relaxed and family-friendly, framed around improving safety, play value and accessibility for a variety of ages. Bring ideas, sketchs or simply your lived experience of how the space is used now.
This event is ideal for middle aged parents of school aged children who want a say in local play spaces, and it is an important chance to influence the final playground design and contribute to community-led planning.
What to Expect
You will meet council staff at the playground and be invited to share your thoughts on equipment, layout and surfacing. Expect a short introduction followed by informal conversations where your feedback is recorded to inform the design.
Topics likely to come up include safety, age-appropriate equipment, shade, seating and how families use the space. There will be no formal presentation, just a community-focused discussion.
Practical details to keep in mind:
- Time: a 90-minute drop-in session so you can arrive with the kids.
- Bring photos or sketches if you have ideas.
- The focus is on constructive feedback for playground design and community use.
Activity Details
This is a free, drop-in consultation event run by the local council as part of the early-stage engagement for the playground upgrade. It is a short, focused session where staff take notes and explain next steps for design and consultation.
The session is best suited to families who live nearby or frequently use the playground and can provide practical insights about daily use, supervision, and desired features for children of varying ages.
Please note there is no formal childcare or program for children; attendees should supervise their children while contributing feedback. The event will be outdoors in the playground so consider sun protection and comfortable footwear.
Location and Access
The meeting point is George Smith Playground on St Marys Street, Newtown NSW, a familiar local play space. Look for council staff near the play equipment area and bring a stroller or pram as needed.
There are no indoor facilities or formal meeting rooms used for this session; the conversation takes place onsite so dress for the weather and consider seating or picnic rugs if you want to stay longer.
If you rely on public transport or car parking, plan ahead as local streets may have limited parking; walking or a short ride is often easiest for families in Newtown.