Play Opportunities Plan
The Sunshine Coast Play Opportunities plan provides strategic direction for Council managed open space in the region. The vision is in ensuring 'everyone on the Sunshine Coast has access to quality, unstructured, outdoor play everyday'.
The Play Opportunities Plan (POP) analyses all existing Council ‘play’ offerings and provides strategic direction for its managed open space.
Council manages more than 374 playgrounds with an estimated value of $30 million. These playgrounds along with
- a network of recreational parks and trails
- informal sports facilities (such as basketball, netball, skate parks and pump tracks)
- exercise stations
- creeks, beaches and bushland reserves,
make Council a significant provider of opportunities for play in the region.
Recommendations
Based on child development needs, engagement and research there are five recommendations:
- Accessible and inclusive play. Plan for a range of diverse, quality play spaces. This means parents/carers can select the best option for their own specific needs.
- A comfortable play space. Provide a network of play spaces that are comfortable throughout the year. This includes providing adequate shade.
- Play value for all ages. Provide a network of play spaces that support age-specific play opportunities and childhood development needs.
- Nature and water play. Water play - support a wide network of water play in both formal and informal settings. Nature play - encourage access to informal nature play across Council open space.
- Beyond the playground. Provide opportunities that complement each other. This will extend the amount of time children play and are active outdoors.
Contacts
For more information, please contact Council.
Related pages
Sunshine Coast Recreation Parks Plan
Council adopted the recreation parks plan at its Ordinary Meeting in December 2021. Our Vision: A resilient network of recreation parks that provide equitable open spaces, connect people and nature, and promote healthy and creative lifestyles.
LIM - Open space landscape infrastructure manual
The purpose of the LIM is to provide guidance during the design, development and delivery of council controlled open space. It promotes quality, compliance and sustainability, which minimises ongoing maintenance and ensures longevity.
Sunshine Coast Recreation Parks Plan
Council adopted the recreation parks plan at its Ordinary Meeting in December 2021. Our Vision: A resilient network of recreation parks that provide equitable open spaces, connect people and nature, and promote healthy and creative lifestyles.
LIM - Open space landscape infrastructure manual
The purpose of the LIM is to provide guidance during the design, development and delivery of council controlled open space. It promotes quality, compliance and sustainability, which minimises ongoing maintenance and ensures longevity.