Bill McGrath Reserve playground replacement

Installation of the new equipment and sand pit area will begin on Monday 1 July and the play space is expected to re-open to the public in 4–5 weeks. The nature play area will remain open. View the final design in the Document Library.

Read the project update below to find out the latest news about the playground replacement.

The playground at Bill McGrath Reserve in Kensington is due for replacement, as guided by the City’s Play Space Plan 2022 (PDF, 6.87 MB). To help us choose the new playground equipment, we’d like to know more about the types of play elements you love and the features you’d like to see there.

If you and your family visit Bill McGrath Reserve playground or you live nearby, complete the survey below and tell us what you think.

Get involved

• Complete the online survey
• Come to the playground and talk to the project team on Wednesday 20 September 2023, anytime between 3.30pm and 5pm
• Read the frequently asked questions
• Ask a question online
• Contact the City on 9474 0777 or make an online request on the City's website (External link) to get in touch with a member of the project team
• Sign up for email updates.

The survey closed at 4pm, Monday 2 October 2023.

Information and documents on this page are available in alternative formats upon request.