Shoalhaven Playground Replacements

Council is seeking community feedback on planned improvements to three local playgrounds:

• Rannoch Drive Reserve, West Nowra (located on Rannoch Drive, between Yalwal Road and Cavanagh Lane)
• Sullivan Street Reserve, Worrigee (located on Sullivan Street, within the residential area off Isa Road)
• Davis Park, Nowra (located on the corner of Douglas Street and Osborne Street)

These projects include playground renewals and upgrades that will help shape future recreational opportunities for local families and children.

Through the single online survey, you can provide feedback on the playground or playgrounds that matter most to you.

Rannoch Drive Reserve, West Nowra (located on Rannoch Drive, between Yalwal Road and Cavanagh Lane) As part of Council's annual playground replacement program (2026/27), the playground at Rannoch Drive Reserve will be renewed. Council has also applied for funding through the NSW Government's Better Open Spaces program to deliver an additional activity node at the site. We'd like your feedback on the community's preferred option: Additional play equipment Learn-to-ride facility Junior pump track To see the concept design for Rannoch Drive Reserve, West Nowra, click here.
Sullivan Street Reserve, Worrigee (located on Sullivan Street, within the residential area off Isa Road) The playground at Sullivan Street Reserve is proposed for renewal as part of Council's annual playground replacement program (2026/27). We're seeking feedback to help inform the final playground design. To see the concept design for Sullivan Street Reserve, Worrigee, click here.
Davis Park, Nowra (located on the corner of Douglas Street and Osborne Street) The playground at Davis Park will be renewed through Council’s annual playground replacement program, supported by funding from Health Infrastructure. We're seeking community feedback on the types of play equipment people would like to see included as part of the upgrade. To see the concept design for Davis Park, Nowra, click here.

Have your say

You can provide feedback on one, two or all three playgrounds through the survey. Click here to complete the survey.

Feedback closes midnight, Tuesday 20 October.

Three playground replacement projects were delivered in last year’s playground replacement program (2025/26). Thank you to everyone who participated in the consultation periods that informed the design of those playgrounds.

We encourage the community to visit and enjoy these newly completed playgrounds. Please visit the Photo Library for all photos of Council's recently completed playground projects, including before and after shots.

Arthur Jones Reserve, Lake Conjola	Click here to read the engagement summary
Andrew Crescent Reserve, Worrigee	Click here to read the engagement summary.
McDonald Parade Reserve, Burrill Lake	Click here to read the engagement summary.

To stay informed about future opportunities to provide feedback on upcoming playground replacement projects, make sure to register to the Get Involved page by clicking on the 'Subscribe' button on the top right of the page.

Council is progressing two playground upgrade projects at Burrill Lake and Lake Conjola, delivering improved recreational spaces for local families and visitors.

McDonald Parade Reserve Playground, Burrill Lake

Location: 84 McDonald Parade, Burrill Lake

The McDonald Parade Reserve Playground is a valued local recreational space. The upgrade will replace the existing playground with new equipment designed to support active play, creativity and social interaction, while enhancing the reserve as a welcoming place for families to gather and enjoy the outdoors.

Project status:

• 22 January 2026 – Project awarded to Austek Play
• Final design approved and playground equipment currently in manufacture
• Construction scheduled to begin after the Easter holidays
• Works expected to be completed by the end of June 2026

Arthur Jones Reserve Playground, Lake Conjola

Location: 47A Lake Conjola Entrance Road, Lake Conjola

The Arthur Jones Reserve Playground upgrade will replace the existing playground with new equipment to create a safer, more modern and engaging play space. The upgrade will strengthen the reserve’s role as a community gathering place for families.

Project status:

• 20 January 2026 – Project awarded to Moduplay Group
• Final design approved and playground equipment currently in manufacture
• Construction scheduled to begin after the Easter holidays
• Works expected to be completed by the end of May 2026

Both projects form part of Council’s ongoing commitment to providing high‑quality, accessible recreational facilities across the Shoalhaven.

Thank you to everyone who participated in the recent consultation periods and shared their feedback on the upcoming playground replacement projects. The results of the engagement activities are outlined below.

1. Arthur Jones Reserve, Lake Conjola

Engagement period: 18 August to 15 September 2025

Responses received: 77

What We Heard:

• Strong preference for swings, climbing equipment and slides.
• Community interest in additional seating, bike/learn‑to‑ride elements, and perimeter fencing, subject to funding.

2. Andrew Crescent Reserve, Worrigee

Engagement period: 22 September to 20 October 2025

Responses received: 65

What We Heard:

• Strong support for swings, slides and climbing equipment, with interest in a toddler area.
• Interest in additional seating, perimeter fencing, pathways/accessibility improvements, and rubber softfall, subject to funding.

3. McDonald Parade Reserve, Burrill Lake

Engagement period: 22 September to 20 October 2025

Responses received: 106

What We Heard:

• High support for swings, slides, climbing equipment, balancing features and toddler play.
• Interest in additional seating, bike/learn‑to‑ride elements, rubber softfall, nature play, and perimeter fencing, subject to funding.

The information collected through the consultation periods has directly informed the preparation of tender documentation for each playground project. Construction for all three playground replacements is scheduled to commence in mid‑2026.

To stay informed about future opportunities to provide feedback on upcoming playground replacement projects, make sure to register to the Get Involved page by clicking on the 'Subscribe' button on the top right of the page.

As part of Council’s playground renewal program, we’re seeking feedback from the community on what kind of new equipment people would like to see as part of this upgrade.

The playground is located at the southern end of McDonald Parade, Burrill Lake.

Please provide your feedback by completing the online survey by 5pm Monday 20 October.

As part of Council’s playground renewal program, we’re seeking feedback from the community on what kind of new equipment people would like to see as part of this upgrade.

The playground is located at the end of Andrews Crescent, Worrigee.

Please provide your feedback by completing the online survey by 5pm Monday 20 October.

As part of Council’s playground renewal program, we’re seeking feedback from the community on what kind of new equipment people would like to see as part of this upgrade.

The playground is located at 47A Lake Conjola Entrance Road, Lake Conjola.

Please provide your feedback by completing the online Survey by 5 pm Monday 15 September.