Dubbo council to build new play space and fitness zone in Victoria Park

Dubbo Regional Council expects they will be ready in December and well before Santa Claus arrives, should weather and the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions permit.

The council plans to create a play space alongside the Dubbo Aquatic Leisure Centre Pool Deck Kiosk.

It will replace nearby Livvi's play space where equipment has reached the end of its recommended lifespan.

Livvi's play space will be turned into a "dedicated fitness zone" complete with a high-level fitness node.

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The new play space near the kiosk will have defined youth and junior play areas.

The junior space will include an explorer dome for climbing, a 'we hopper' seesaw, and climbing and slide unit that includes musical play elements and games to improve gross motor skills.

The youth space will include a custom climbing unit, a balance ring and in-ground trampolines.

"The new and improved play space will allow children of all ages and abilities to interact and socialise," Dubbo region mayor Stephen Lawrence said.

"The area also includes the nostalgic red rocket that has already been installed which I'm sure many residents young and old are looking forward to playing on."

The council's director liveability Skye Price says having play spaces for juniors and youth near the the kiosk will benefit families.

"Relocating play spaces a much safer distance from a roadway, adjacent to a large lawn area, enables construction of bigger playgrounds with more play elements, improving immersive experiences, motor skills and enjoyment," she said.

"Co-locating play spaces with a kiosk will ensure greater convenience and enjoyment for parents and carers."

Ms Price said the fitness zone would be "ideal" for individuals and teams using No 2 and 3 Ovals for training purposes.

The fitness node will have cardio, strength and general fitness elements, including multiple cycling/sports bikes, cross trainer and magnetic weights.

The elements will be suitable for all including seniors and people with disabilities.

Work should begin next month.

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