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Bangalow’s newest playground opens

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Having fun in the Playground

Playground is a well-established event that will go off at Coorabell Hall on Saturday. For over two years, three long-term local DJ’s – Pob, Curly Si and Halo – have been curating this rhythmic happening. Their pedigree is assured and they guarantee the best underground electronic music and a loyal crew that bring a big-hearted vibe. On Saturday they’ll be bringing the dance to the hills.

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Kids enjoying the new playground at Bangalow Parklands. Photo Terry Bleakley

A new adventure playground has just opened at the Bangalow Parklands.

It’s also known as The Weir, and Council staff say, ‘The playground is designed to activate the imagination of children of all ages, utilising old sections of timber recycled from Bangalow bridges to create gangplanks, with large rocks, rainforest plantings, a forest of climbing poles and two slippery slides, all providing opportunities for play and creativity.’

Council say the playground and a new carpark were funded by a $250,000 grant from the federal government’s Building Better Regions program and the Byron Shire Council ($164,000).


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