Construction of the new all abilities playspace at Stud Park is complete.
Following a period of community consultation across 2021 and 2022, a design for the play area at Fulham Road in Rowville was developed. Works finally began in July this year and have been completed, just in time for the summer holidays.
The new playspace design honours the farming heritage of Rowville incorporating fun references to animals and farm equipment. The play elements encourage children to engage in sensory, imaginary, and social play and includes equipment suitable for children of all ages and abilities, including:
- A farm truck with interactive panels
- A mammoth ‘basket’ swing
- A pioneer-style farmhouse structure with sliding poles, bridges, and climbing elements
- Sandpit with water play
- An accessible carousel
- A trike/scooter track
Additional features such as a new BBQ and drinking fountain, new pathways, additional seating, and gathering areas are also part of the upgrade. In 2024, a mobility scooter charging station and chat boards for conversing with non-speaking people will also be added.
Pruning of some surrounding trees and plants has taken place to improve visibility within the play area so parents and guardians can easily see their little ones at play. Deceased trees have also been removed and replaced with maturing trees. These have been planted in and around the play equipment to offer natural shade.
It is hoped that this highly anticipated new playspace, located next to Rowville Community Centre and neighbouring tennis courts, will once again become a popular destination for families in Knox, bringing children of all ages, and cultural and social backgrounds together in play and outdoor recreation, whilst encouraging positive and regular social interactions.
Head down to Fulham Road, Rowville for your next play date.
