The community can now enjoy even more at ANZAC Park with a range of new facilities open just in time for the festive season.
The park has been undergoing extensive redevelopment which recently saw the staged reopening of a new memorial space and now also includes an amenities block, an undercover barbecue area and three shelters with seating.
Gardens, upgraded pathways and additional turf have also been added to create a welcoming and accessible space for all.
The amenities block has been designed to meet a wide range of needs.
It includes two toilets for people with a disability, six cubicle toilets including two ambulant cubicles and an adult change room facility accessible with a Master Locksmiths Access Key (MLAK).
Mayor Helen Blackburn said it was great to see the final elements of the project completed and open to the public.
“ANZAC Park is an important place for our community, both as a memorial and as a shared public space,” she said.
“These new facilities mean people can spend more time here comfortably, whether they’re visiting to reflect, meet with others or enjoy the park over the holiday period.”
The Mayor acknowledged that the project took longer than originally planned but said the finished result was something the community could be proud of.
“There were some unavoidable delays along the way including supplier issues, contractor availability and weather,” she said.
“We appreciate the community’s patience and are pleased to now see the finished result that can be enjoyed by all.”
ANZAC Park is located on Quay Street, along the Burnett River.
The works are supported through the State Government’s Works for Queensland initiative.
To find out the eligibility requirements for a MLAK to access the adult change room, click here.
Very poor vision from the council. Anzac Park is a disgrace, concrete and more concrete. Shade = Several Norfolk Pines which take decades to grow and will provide minimal shade. Originally there was to be retail and residential developments. A water park on Quay Street would have attracted more citizens than the BBQ shelters and seating. Give Bundaberg something to be proud of instead of media releases touting new cbd development which isn’t needed right now. Water parks like Gladstone Rockhampton and Mackay have would been a much better option to meet the needs of many parents and children. North side residents have to trek to Svensson Heights or Norville to go swimming. Not realistic nor affordable in a city with 3 pools on the other side of the river.
I have to agree