The Hills Shire Council is set to kick off a $ 2 million upgrade and extension at the much-loved Livvi ’ s Place all-abilities playground at Bernie Mullane Reserve in Kellyville .

This revamp aims to transform the area into an all-inclusive recreation space , providing cutting edge play opportunities for children of all ages and abilities .

The playground extension will introduce a variety of new features , including an accessible multi-activity play tower , a double flying fox , slides , a climbing net and swings designed for both toddlers and older children .

Additionally , the project includes the construction of an accessible amenities building , complete with a ‘ Changing Places ’ room , with an overhead hoist , shower , toilet , and ambulant unisex cubicles .

The upgrades will also encompass shade sails , picnic shelters , a dry creek bed , accessible park furniture and wide pathways , ensuring a welcoming environment for everyone .

The Livvi ’ s Place Playground Extension Project is proudly funded by the NSW Government ’ s Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants ( WSIG ) Program in partnership with Council . The WSIG Program will deliver $ 2 billion of

transformational infrastructure across Western Sydney – with $ 1.1 million going towards the Livvi ’ s Place project .

Mayor of The Hills Shire Council , Dr Peter Gangemi , said the joint funding is elevating local infrastructure and nurturing an inclusive community within The Hills Shire .

“ I believe Livvi ’ s Place is our best playground in The Hills and this upgrade will make the location even better for our residents ,” Mayor Gangemi said .

“ This playground has been a muchloved space for our families , and this grant will allow us to enhance and expand it even further . I want to thank the NSW Government for helping us create even more opportunities for play .

“ We ’ re proud to provide a place where children of all ages and abilities can have fun , and I hope this facility continues to bring joy to our community for generations to come .”

The playground has been partially closed since September 2024 .

Some areas of the current playground outside the construction zone will need to be closed off periodically for the work to be completed .

However , Council aims to minimise the impact on visitors ’ enjoyment by keeping parts of the existing play areas , including the water play area , open for

Mayor Gangemi pictured at Livvi ’ s Place .

as much time as possible during the construction period .

For those seeking alternative play areas during the closure , nearby facilities include Samantha Riley Drive Reserve playground , Golden Grove Reserve , Duncraig Drive Reserve , and Ted Pike Reserve , all within 800 metres of Livvi ’ s Place Playground .

An alternative water park is available at Waves Fitness and Aquatic Centre in Baulkham Hills .

To learn more about this project and to follow construction updates , visit The Hills Shire Council ’ s website , www . thehills . nsw . gov . au and search ‘ Livvi ’ s Place Playground Extension – Bernie Mullane Reserve Kellyville .’