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Background
The feedback received during the preparation of the Adelaide Park Lands Management Strategy 2015-2025 (adopted by Council in December 2016) told us that you want parks that are vibrant and active, with facilities to encourage more people to visit and stay longer. People also want parks with good path networks and lighting for safe morning and evening use.
In November 2016, following community consultation, Council approved a 42-year Park Lands lease agreement for the SACA’s continued use of a portion of Narnungga (Park 25) (Community Sports Hub). The construction of the main oval and redevelopment of the new community sports building has commenced, with completion scheduled for December 2017.
Project Information
The Narnungga (Park 25) Urban Park project is a partnership between the State Government and the City of Adelaide. We are seeking comment on the draft concept plan to guide future improvements, and feedback received from the community will be used to inform the final concept design for the park.
The vision, titled “Park 25: Narnungga, Your backyard in the West End” aims to Establish a safe much loved inviting and authentic local place in Adelaide’s western Park Lands, known for its active recreation and play opportunities and as a place of respite and quiet reflection. This is underpinned by Narnungga’s integrated connection to the West End and Adelaide’s Park Lands creating a beautiful green entry into the City.
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Key features of the proposal include:
- a high-quality landscaped community park with irrigated grass and shady trees;
- increased plantings to address the urban heat island effect and contribute to the cooling of the West End;
- new park infrastructure and picnic areas to encourage informal recreation use;
- community plaza;
- community courts;
- running loop and fitness stations;
- discovery trails and nature play areas;
- new and improved pedestrian connections to the new Royal Adelaide Hospital and City West precinct;
- central pedestrian promenade linking the West End via the Hindley Street gateway to the centre of the park;
- improved wayfinding and signage;
- respite and healing spaces for visitors and patients of the New Royal Adelaide Hospital.
The project will complement:
- the State Government’s investment in the new Royal Adelaide Hospital. The park will provide a place of respite for staff and visitors to the Hospital;
- South Australian Cricket Association’s (SACA) $8m redevelopment of the community sport facilities and ovals in in the park.
It will also support the new University of South Australia and Adelaide University facilities on North Terrace.
