THE HON KRISTY MCBAIN MP
MINISTER FOR REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT,
LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND TERRITORIES

SENATOR MARIELLE SMITH
LABOR SENATOR FOR SOUTH AUSTRALIA

CR JILL WHITTAKER OAM
MAYOR

MEDIA RELEASE

PLAYFORD ROAD RESERVE COMPLETE
The Albanese Government continues to partner with Campbelltown City Council to get high-priority local community infrastructure off the ground, with the construction of the Playford Road
Reserve at Newton, in Adelaide’s north-east, officially complete.

The project saw the redevelopment of a once under-utilised reserve into a multi-use space,
which the whole community can now enjoy.

Works included the installation of a full-size tennis court, and half-size netball and basketball courts.
As well as this, the park now features a nature play area, sensory and educational gardens of
cultural significance, accessible paths, barbeque and shelter, toilets and car parking.

Undertaken over two stages, the space was designed in close consultation with the community
and, caters to all ages and abilities.

The nearly $3.4 million project was supported by $1.1 million from the Albanese Government
under the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure (LRCI) Program and over $2.2 million
from Campbelltown City Council.

The project was completed in November, just in time for families to be able to utilise the park
over the summer holiday period and supported 16 jobs during its construction.

Quotes attributable to Federal Minister for Local Government, Kristy McBain MP:

“I started my journey in Local Government because of a decision made about a park in my own
community, so it’s fantastic to see our partnership with Campbelltown City Council making this
dynamic space a reality.
“This project is just one of many projects with which we’re partnering with Campbelltown City
Council, as part of nearly $4.3 million in LRCI funding from the Australian Government.”

Quotes attributable to Labor Senator for South Australia, Marielle Smith:

“The Playford Road Reserve is another great project for our state thanks to the Albanese
Government’s continued investment in local priority projects.
“It was wonderful to see our community come together to advocate for the Playford Road
Reserve project at Newton, which will deliver benefits for years to come.”

Quotes attributable to Mayor of Campbelltown, Cr Jill Whittaker OAM:

“The joys of the Playford Road playground show in the faces of all children as they play. The
opportunity to try out many sports as well as develop imaginative play is critical for healthy
communities.
“Campbelltown City Council is extremely grateful for the $1.1 million from the Australian
Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program to create a new space to
strengthen our community.
“Our partnership with the Australian Government has resulted in this extraordinary open space
for everyone to enjoy.”

ENDS

MONDAY, 2 DECEMBER 2024