Mr KIELY - 2005-08-16
Can the minister advise the House of the ongoing development of the facilities at Leanyer Park and the contribution this has made to Territory lifestyle, especially for families in and around Darwin, Palmerston and down the track?
ANSWER
Madam Speaker, I thank the member for Sanderson for his question. Improving and upgrading Leanyer Park has already made a huge difference in the northern suburbs, providing better facilities for families and young people. Since we revamped the tired old facility that was at Lake Leanyer during our last term in government, creating in its place the much more exciting and relevant recreation venue of Leanyer Park, we have had fantastic feedback.
I have taken my grandchildren to Leanyer Park, and I know many members here who visit with their families also. Since its official opening on Australia Day 2004, well over 100 000 people have used the park, which is managed by the Parks and Wildlife Service.
The new park is very popular. We will be building on that success and further improving the facility. Stage II of the Leanyer Recreation Park will see a further $5.2m upgrade. The new features will include: a large water slide; a caf-style kiosk; two connected skate bowls; a BMX moguls track; a tennis facility; more shaded seating areas and barbecues; extensive shading at the kiosk, skate park, basketball and netball courts; upgrades to the music bowl, including shade for the stage and small amphitheatre; and a number of extensions to the car park.
Development of the first stage of Leanyer Park was the result of quite extensive community consultation, and it has, obviously, paid off. The park is enjoyed by hundreds of Territorians and their families every day. We will continue to consult the community on the development of Stage II. Adding to the park, to appeal to an even wider range of young users, was an election commitment. Entry to the park will continue to be free for everyone.
The $5.2m is good value for Territory families. We already have a great facility in the northern suburbs. With Stage II, we will have a first-class recreation facility which is easily accessible to a large proportion of our suburban population and allows us to take best advantage of our brilliant Territory lifestyle.
ANSWER
Madam Speaker, I thank the member for Sanderson for his question. Improving and upgrading Leanyer Park has already made a huge difference in the northern suburbs, providing better facilities for families and young people. Since we revamped the tired old facility that was at Lake Leanyer during our last term in government, creating in its place the much more exciting and relevant recreation venue of Leanyer Park, we have had fantastic feedback.
I have taken my grandchildren to Leanyer Park, and I know many members here who visit with their families also. Since its official opening on Australia Day 2004, well over 100 000 people have used the park, which is managed by the Parks and Wildlife Service.
The new park is very popular. We will be building on that success and further improving the facility. Stage II of the Leanyer Recreation Park will see a further $5.2m upgrade. The new features will include: a large water slide; a caf-style kiosk; two connected skate bowls; a BMX moguls track; a tennis facility; more shaded seating areas and barbecues; extensive shading at the kiosk, skate park, basketball and netball courts; upgrades to the music bowl, including shade for the stage and small amphitheatre; and a number of extensions to the car park.
Development of the first stage of Leanyer Park was the result of quite extensive community consultation, and it has, obviously, paid off. The park is enjoyed by hundreds of Territorians and their families every day. We will continue to consult the community on the development of Stage II. Adding to the park, to appeal to an even wider range of young users, was an election commitment. Entry to the park will continue to be free for everyone.
The $5.2m is good value for Territory families. We already have a great facility in the northern suburbs. With Stage II, we will have a first-class recreation facility which is easily accessible to a large proportion of our suburban population and allows us to take best advantage of our brilliant Territory lifestyle.
Last updated: 09 Aug 2016