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WESTLEIGH PARK PLAY SPACE By:
EP Environmental Partnership
For:
&
Play spaces are vital to a liveable, productive, sustainable and
collaborative Shire and they draw on the unique natural assets of the
Guidelines
Bushland Shire.
Hornsby Shire Council commits to the equitable provision of diverse and
Hornsby Shire
engaging public Council
play spaces Draft
for all residents Play Plan
in the Shire.
Key Messages:
Design considerations
• Vision
Guiding Statement
principles •The following
Design Principles
design principles guide the design of play spaces at hierarchal levels.
Play spaces are vital to a livable productive, sustainable
The following principles have been informed by the research undertaken for this Plan, and in Table 21 – Design principles
consultation with Council. The guiding principles align with the four key themes of the Hornsby Shire
and collaborative Shire and they draw on the unique
Community Strategic Plan. DESIGN PRINCIPLES DESIGN PRINCIPLES
natural
Table assets
20 – Guiding of the Bushland Shire.
Principles Siting Outdoor play spaces are typically provided in many diverse settings, Shade Play spaces should be designed with areas of effective summer shade from
including parks, community centres, and national parks. Refer to AS 4685.0 either trees, built elements or both. The design should take into account the
Section 6: Play Space Development for siting requirements.
reflective index of various surfaces and materials to minimise UV exposure.
THEME PLAY IS: Shade should be provided in accordance with the Cancer Council NSW’s
Transport Transport links are to be considered in District and Regional play spaces. ‘Guidelines to Shade: a Practical Guide for Shade Development in NSW’.
Fun – memorable, distinctive, diverse and imaginative Play spaces with transport links should be communicated through Council’s
Liveable website, library, social media etc. The availability and desirability of winter sun is also important to consider and
deciduous trees are invaluable in this regard. Where necessary, Regional
Healthy – physical, intellectual, social and emotional Note: 26% of Council’s play spaces have nearby public transport, most of which and District play spaces should provide shade structures where trees cannot
are local play spaces.
be achieved.
Comfortable – amenities, seating and shelter
Parking Parking should be located as close as possible to the play space and include
Undersurfacing Playground undersurfacing material is required at all of Council’s playgrounds
accessible parking.
Productive Managed – planned, managed and maintained in accordance with Australian Standards. At Regional, District and Local level
Note: topography can limit this outcome. playgrounds, rubber unitary undersurfacing should be used in areas that
Safe – compliant, age appropriate and well located experience high usage levels such as under swings and at the end of slides.
Amenities Block Accessible amenities blocks are desirable and should be provided at District Unitary surfacing should also be applied in areas which are considered to be
and Regional play spaces. accessible. Play space mulch and sand are valued as sustainable choices
Sustainable Sustainable – socially, financially and environmentally which are cool underfoot and natural in appearance.
Surveillance Play space design should encourage active supervision by carers through Note: mulch and sand do not require 3-yearly testing in accordance with
Collaborative Inclusive - all ages, cultures and capabilities accessible seating in the centre of the play space. Low planting is valued for AS4422 and AS4685, whereas unitary surfaces do.
supervision. Tall opaque structures in the middle of the play space should be
Identifiable – promoted, valued, sign posted, identifiable and recognised avoided. Passive surveillance of the play space from neighbouring residential
properties and streets is highly valued.
repetition of play types (Refer to Section
Accessibility The requirements of AS 1428 shall be applied to Regional and District play
spaces. This includes access up to and through the play space, including up
Quality play 7.6: Mosaic of Play);
to and onto play equipment. Accessibility in Local play spaces shall be provision ► Considered addition of non-traditional play
considered, where possible. space options to improve play diversity
Hornsby Shire Council generally has an across the Shire e.g. shared spaces at
Wayfinding Play space design should take into account all the ways in which people adequate number of play spaces across the schools, play streets, adventure play
orient themselves in a play space and address how they navigate from area Shire; this Plan recommends an improvement spaces, bush play programs, bike tracks,
to area within the play space. in the quality of play provision in the Shire. water play etc.;
This shift is in direct response to public
consultation. It also reflects the nationwide ► Consideration of designed play solutions
Universal Design Wherever possible, the 7 principles of Universal Design shall be applied to (e.g. learn to ride bike tracks) in addition to
reframing of play provision over the last 15
play space design. Refer to The Centre of Universal Design Australia standard equipment, games, mazes,
years, which resulted in higher standards in
(CUDA). As a minimum, the principles should apply to District and Regional hopscotch, sensory walkways, scavenger
public play. High quality play provision will also
Play Spaces. hunts, loose parts play with found objects
encourage greater levels of being active and
healthy for all ages and capabilities. (branches etc);
Fencing Full perimeter fencing with self-closing gate hinges should be provided in all
► More provision of nature-play elements
Regional and District play spaces. Where possible, fencing should be Improvement in quality public play provision
and settings throughout the Shire e.g. use
provided in Local play spaces as per current provision. can be achieved by:
of boulders, plants and logs, turf etc.;
YOUR VISION. Variety Play spaces should provide as many types of play as the space and budget
► Integrating play spaces with their settings, ► Ongoing attention to maintenance
YOUR FUTURE. 36 | PLAY SPACE FRAMEWORK allow.
preferably in a natural environment; (mowing, rubbish removal, raking of
HORNSBY SHIRE PLAY PLAN ► Using quality materials throughout each mulch, repair etc);
Housing Strategy
Draft Play Plan Quality Play space provision should value quality of play in terms of varied play types play space (robust, durable, attractive
materials);
► Placing increased attention on creating
and longevity. convivial social spaces in the middle of
► Designing more diverse play types in play play spaces (as opposed to the outer
spaces (refer to Table 22); edges);
► Providing more play spaces for ‘missing ► Using coordinated colour schemes as a
age-groups’ such as infants and toddlers, design tool in the selection of play space
young people, and older people; equipment, outdoor furniture, materials
38 | PLAY SPACE FRAMEWORK
(e.g. rubber) and plants; and
HORNSBY SHIRE PLAY PLAN ► Careful attention to diverse, balanced play
provision across Districts, avoiding ► Creating habitats for wildlife adjacent to
play spaces.
39 | PLAY SPACE FRAMEWORK
HORNSBY SHIRE PLAY PLAN
Guidelines
Hornsby Shire Council Draft Play Plan
Key Messages:
• Hornsby Shire Community Consultation • 10 Play Types
indicates that : 1. Physical play
1. There is a desire for more diversity of play types and ex- • Swings and slides are well provided across the LGA.
periences that are challenging and go beyond traditional • 3D climbing equipment is preferred
play spaces; • Monkey bars, track rides and flying fox are less evident
2. There are currently no water play spaces in Hornsby Shire 2. Sensory play (music, water & sand)
and this needs to be addressed; • Specific sensory play is poorly represented
3. Play spaces should provide opportunities for people of all • More opportunities could be considered in future
ages, including children, young people and older people, 3. Solo play
4. Parallel play
with age appropriate settings, spaces and equipment;
• More opportunities could be considered in future
4. Play spaces should provide integrated play opportunities
5. Constructive play
for people with varying disabilities and needs;
• Very few play space contain sand (4%)
5. Improved communications about play spaces across the
• More opportunities could be considered in future
Hornsby area would be appreciated to inform residents
6. Social play
about specific features and future planning; and
7. Cognitive play
6. Consider equity of access to play spaces across Hornsby
• Few play space offer cognitive play, this is an obvious
Shire, in future planning and design.
area for future improvement
• The opportunity to extend to older age groups
8. Imaginative play
• Could be considered more often
9. Nature play
• Could be considered more often
10. Intergeneration play
• This is an obvious area for future improvement
Guidelines
Hornsby Shire Council Draft Play Plan
Key Messages:
• Best Practise For Play Types
The following table provides a comparison of traditional play space provision versus current best
practice quality provision.
Table 22 – Traditional versus Best Practice Play Types
PLAY TYPE TRADITIONAL BEST PRACTICE PLAY TYPE TRADITIONAL BEST PRACTICE PLAY TYPE TRADITIONAL BEST PRACTICE PLAY TYPE TRADITIONAL BEST PRACTICE
Cognitive
Swings Bike Tracks Challenges
Monkey Bars
Scavenger hunts, complex hopscotch,
2 bay swing with social and/or inclusive Complex figure-8 bike track with fun Tic tac toe, abacus
1 bay swing with strap and toddler seat Looped bike track puzzles for all ages
seat, toddler and strap seats challenges
Traditional, but seldom-used Varied configurations – no platforms
Imaginative
Rockers Settings
Trampolines
Flying Fox (bouncing
Themed play spaces, more sculptured facilities)
Multi-user rocker, with inclusive supports
Single rocker for one user on one side, or multiple single rockers, or 2D spider web animals, more ‘open-minded’ settings,
2-person see-saw Double pomma, or complex track rides, or evocative planting and materials Group of single-use trampolines. Consider
Single pomma inclusive options e.g. cruise line (NO 5-way Not usually provided
wheelchair access option
harnesses)
Nature Trails
Climbing Nature Play
Sandpit
Logs, rocks, mulch, shipping ropes, Not consciously linked to play spaces Obviously linked to play space
2D climbing panel 3D climbing frame Trees, grass, and mulch boulders, quarry blocks, sand, water, trees,
shrubs and ground covers and mulch
Free-form, natural materials and shade
Rectangular with concrete edge
structure
Sliding Side-by-side
Water Play
More options e.g. rockers, 2 spinners, 3D
Swings the most common provision
climbing, sandpits, shopfronts
1200mm high slide Varied slide choices Pump and runnel, splash-pad, misters,
Not usually provided
creek play
Spinners Social play
Dedicated
Sensory play
Group spinner (carousel) preferably Planted areas, musical equipment, visual
Single spinner Not usually provided
accessible, or 2-person spinner bowl interest, texture and colour Combination unit: Step and deck Vary the mix
43 | PLAY SPACE FRAMEWORK
• Play types that very40few
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F space across the LAY PACE RAMEWORK
HORNSBY SHIRE PLAY PLAN
42 | PLAY SPACE FRAMEWORK
HORNSBY SHIRE PLAY PLAN
LGA offer
HORNSBY SHIRE PLAY LAN P
41 | P S F LAY PACE RAMEWORK
HORNSBY SHIRE PLAY PLAN
• Draft Play Plan encourages to consider more
opportunities for these play types in future
an end, poor undersurfacing quality or demographic demands. High priority has a short timeframe –
implement within 5 years.
Guidelines
Medium – A play space design that is somewhat outdated, with no noticeable condition issues.
Medium priority has a timeframe of 5-10 years.
Hornsby
Low – A playShire Council
space that has Draft
been recently upgraded
end of its expected lifespan in 10+ years.
and Play Plan
in exceptional condition that may be at the
Key Messages:
Play space major changes
• Hierarchy of Play Spaces - Westleigh Park is • Local Play Space Layout
The following table shows the major changes in play spaces throughout the LGA. Major changes
identified
include new playas local
spaces, park
upgraded level
hierarchies, within
or play the LGA
space removal.
Local play space
Table 26 – Major changes in play spaces Description A medium size accessible play space that caters for local residents within a District,
with several varied options within a District catchment.
CURRENT PROPOSED
P.O.M
DISTRICT
PLAY SPACE NAME SUBURB HIERARCHY HIERARCHY ACTION PRIORITY Example Lessing St Park, Hornsby
LEVEL LEVEL Britannia St Park, Pennant Hills
Upgrade
1 Epping Oval Play Space Epping Local District High Figure 11 – Local Play Space Layout
Hierarchy
2 & 2a Kenley Park Normanhurst Pocket - Remove High
New Play
2 & 2a Westleigh Park Play Space Westleigh - Local High
Space
Upgrade
2 & 2a Brickpit Park Thornleigh Local District High
Hierarchy
Upgrade
2 & 2a Wollundry Park Pennant Hills Local District High
Hierarchy
3&9 Recommended
Hornsby Park (Crusherhierarchy
Plant) Hornsby - District
New Play
Space
High
A hierarchy is aHornsby
useful planning tool to guide the scale and investment in play spaces.
Park (Old Mans Valley)
A hierarchy
Regional/ New Play
3 & 9 creates a network of complimentary play spaces
approach Hornsbythat provide- a variety of experiences High
Hornsby Quarry Water Play Space Special Use Space
across the Hornsby Shire.
New Play
The3& 9
following Hornsby
hierarchyTown
has Centre Play Spacein consultation
been developed Hornsby with Hornsby
- Shire Council
Special and
Use is High
Space
intended to guide future planning and design of play spaces.
Hornsby Upgrade
4 Ulolo Community Park Pocket Local High
Figure 8 – Hierarchy of Play Spaces Heights Hierarchy
Upgrade
4 Hunt Reserve Mount Colah Local District High
Hierarchy
New Play
4 Berry Park Mt Colah - Local High
Space
Upgrade
5&7 Warrina St Oval Play Space Berowra Local District High
Hierarchy
6 Nancy Place Galston Pocket - Remove High
New Play
6 Arcadia Play Space Arcadia - Local Medium
Space
Upgrade
8 Moorfield Hill Reserve Dural Pocket Local High
Hierarchy
8 Myson Drive Park Cherrybrook Pocket - Remove High
Upgrade
8 Edward Bennett Oval Play Space Cherrybrook Local District High
Hierarchy
60 | RECOMMENDATIONS & ACTION PLAN
HORNSBY SHIRE PLAY PLAN
The following sections provide diagrammatic layouts which can guide play space provision at the
various hierarchy levels.
Guidelines
Hornsby Shire Council Draft Play Plan
Key Messages:
• Local Play Space Design Consideration (check list)
Local play space design considerations
SITING ESSENTIAL DESIRABLE Path linking form street up to and into play space, preferably
accessible if slope allows
Located in a district or local park, adjacent to open space and Shade trees – deciduous and evergreen
some recreational facilities e.g. half-basketball hoop
Garden beds with shrubs and trees
A setting with good landscape amenity and naturalness
Nearby grassy spaces
Sited near bushland if possible, or natural pockets of Bubbler, preferably accessible
vegetation
Signage (small sign)
IMMEDIATE CONTEXT
FURNITURE
Nearby street parking with kerb ramp
Minimum 1, preferably 2 backed seats with arm rests
Path link from street up to and into play space Bin
Signage
PLAY SPACE ENTRANCE
Visible from street carparking
Signage
PLAY EXPERIENCE
4-7 play experiences
3-seater swing-set (toddler, strap and inclusive play option)
Separated younger – older user areas
Minimum of 2 kinds of ‘moving’ play equipment
Imaginative play element (x1)
Minimum of one physical challenge
Kick about grassy area
Nature-based play opportunities (constructed or natural)
Simple bike/scooter loop
Consideration of at least one additional element of sensory
play, or water play, or sand play, or a cognitive challenge
At least one play element selected for its contribution to
inclusive play
86 |
Supportive elements HORNSBY SHIRE PLAY PLAN
Guidelines
Open Space For Recration Guide
Size for Local Park
Issue no. 01 — 2018
Draft for discussion
DRAF T FOR DISCUSSION
2 38
GREENER PLACES
Performance criteria for open space for recreation
OPEN
Local children’s play (LPC) Older children’s
Fitness activity space
and exercise space (OCA)
(FES)
Accessibility and Distribution Size and shape Locally accessible walk-to, ride- Locally accessible ride-to or
connectivity The ability of residents to gain Size and shape of open space Local exercise and fitness
to play opportunities for children walk-to play and active recreationthat
SPACE
Ease of access is critical for access to public open space has a direct bearing on the opportunities for individuals
the community to enjoy and within an easy walk from capacity of that open space of primary school age (5–12 y.o.) space for older children (10–15 y.o.)
are no cost and located in public
use public open space and home, workplaces, and schools to meet and accommodate a
is an important factor for range of recreation activities open space
FOR
recreation facilities.
quality of life. The geographic and needs.
distribution of open space is a SUITABLE AREAS SUITABLE AREAS
key access and equity issue for Any park area Any park area
RECREATION
the community.
Foreshores Foreshores
SUITABLE AREAS
Performance indicators Performance indicators Performance indicators Sport parks Sport parks
An integrated network of Distance of open space from — Desirable minimum size of a All open space areas including
Large linear open space corridors with at least 20 m Bushland reserves and natural areas multi-user path networks
open-space connections is key: houses by size (see Section 2.3 local park is 3000 m2. from top of bank
— for a high-density for more detail): — In high-density areas, parks Large linear open space corridors with at least 20 m
EXAMPLES OF POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS
neighbourhood of > 60 — Regional open spaces from top of bank
may be as small as 1500 m2 EXAMPLES OF POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS
GUIDE
to 100 dwellings/ha: (> 5 ha) 5–10 km where more efficient Multiple-use areas
Access to such asrunning
a car-free detention basins
loop of more than 2 km
2–3 minutes walk / 200 m — District open spaces provision does not exist or One large multi-featured play area per neighbourhood in
a highly accessible central location catering to a range Linear multi-use open space corridor (e.g. supporting
EXAMPLES OF POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS
walking distance to a local, (2–5 ha) 2 km opportunities for re-use of stormwater) with a pathway and exercise stations
district, or regional park small spaces arise. of ages
— Local open space LargeExercise
multi-age playstations
space provided inor
large parkpark
— for a medium- to low-density (0.5–2 ha) 400 m — Road frontage and visibility Nature play area provided in bushland park or as part of sites/ in a local district
neighbourhood: 5 minutes a waterway corridor or linear open space Natural bush exploration and activity space
— For high-density areas, are key considerations. Exercise equipment in sports parks
walk / 400 m walking local open space — Sporting facilities also have Splash play and zero-depth water play Adventure play equipment and structured play equipment Green Infrastructure for people
distance to a local, district, Public access to fields and internal path or road systems
(0.1–0.5 ha) 200 m specific size and shape Guaranteed community access to school or other public Water-play and creek-play
for running areas
and walking
or regional park — Distance of open space requirements that need to grounds with play facilities Bike tracks, small pump tracks, skate plazas and outdoor
— 25 minutes walk / 2 km from workplaces 400 m be met to provide functional Perimeter walking and running paths around public facilities
courts
proximity to any district park — Distance of open space for their use. PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
Active play trail with features along a linear system such
— up to 30 minutes travel time on space from schools 400 m PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
as a creek or bushland trail
Access Within 5 minutes safe walking
public transport or by vehicle radius
to regional open space. For medium-and low-density areas, within Kickabout
Accessspace of 40 m xto
Access 60atmleast one opportunity within 5
400 m of 80% of houses and within 500 m radius minutes walking (400 m)
for 100% PERFORMANCE CRITERIA
For high-density areas, proximity should be
For high-density areas, within 300 m of
Access Within300 m
10 minutes safe walking and cycling
Quantity Quality Diversity 80% of houses and within 400 m for 100% radiusConnectivity
Connected
Access to at leastto activeplay
1 active transport network and
area within
In high-density areas, good The quality of park The range of open space Connectivity Connected to active transport network and
800 mmeets access
for 80% standards
of houses and within 1500 m
provision of public open space embellishment and setting types within a meets access standards
for 100%
Should be within 500 m of public transport
is essential to compensate for ongoing maintenance and given area will determine Location Quiet pram-friendly location, not adjacent stop to active transport network and
Connectivity Connected
the lack of private open space management is critical to the diversity of recreation to highways or main roads
to support active living and attracting use and activation opportunity for a community. LocationmeetsMost
access standards
QUESTIONS:
open space areas including linear
High degree of visibility and passive
contribute to a more liveable of the open space network. surveillance Location Highlysystems
accessible central location
neighbourhood. Must beofvisible
High degree location
visibility and safe for
and passive
• Desired size of local park :
Diversity Children’s play spaces should be of diverse
evening use
surveillance
types or styles from those immediately
Performance indicators Performance indicators Performance indicators DiversityAdequately buffered fromone
other
adjacent. For example: Access to at least of user groups
the following:
3000m2?
Quantity should be considered Key characteristics of open Outdoor recreation opportunities — natural bush play —be cycle and running return circuit
in the number of opportunities space that influence quality are categorised as: Diversity Should of diverse types or styles from of
— adventure play minimum of 2.5 kmincluding:
those immediately adjacent
available. Larger public open include: — local play for the very young — structured play — exercise
playstations in public open space
• Playground area: ?M2
— adventure
space areas mean more — visual and physical access (LPY) — water play — bushwalking
— creek-based naturetrails
play of longer than 1 km
opportunities can be provided — landscape setting — local children’s play (LPC) Shade Natural or built shade to 50% of the host — large
— active openalong
play trail space suitable
a linear for exercise or
system;
(1000m2?)
in one location. — condition of facilities and — older children’s activity space group
kickabout fitness
space of 40 m x 60 m
equipment space (OCA) Play facilities or spaces to be minimum — other similar exercise opportunity
Shade At least 50% built or natural shade over
Quantity of land available,
• Area for fitness node: ?M2
— maintenance — youth recreation space (YRS) 80% shaded Shade activity
50% natural or built shade
space
along with size and shape, are
— number of activations — local recreation space (LRS) Features / Inclusive play space FeaturesFeatures
/ / Seats, water,
Development exercise
to include equipment
shelters, tables,or running
critical in adequately meeting facilities
within the space — active recreation space (ARS) facilities
facilities
(100m2?)
sporting needs. There are Seats loops, etc., and any wayfinding or exercise
water, and access to toilets
minimum areas needed for — size, shape, and topography — large community outdoor Water Must guide
includesigns provided
active recreation elements
different sporting outcomes. — adjacent land uses recreation area (LCOR) Fenced or landscape barriers if near roads Space should be buffered from other users
Min. area for The play feature should be greater than
— amount of vegetation — fitness and exercise space (FES) or hazards activation
Min. area1000
for m2 Area of activation may vary depending on
— biodiversity outcomes. — trail and path-based activation
Min. area of 5000 the activity
Min. area for The play feature should be greater than 100 m2 m2 or greater(e.g. fitness stations vs running
recreation (TPR) activation host space loop)
— organised sport and Min. area of General residential minimum 2500 m2 ShapeMin.
and area of Host
Shape space–to
is flexible nobe a minimum
boundary less of 0.5 ha
than
recreation (OSR) host space boundaries
host space
High density minimum of 1500 m2 fenced 40 m
— off-leash dog exercise Greenfield minimum 5000 m2 Shape and
OpenShape
space variable
area to have minimum 50%
area (DEA). boundaries
road frontage
Shape and Shape flexible – no boundary to be less than Minimum 50% road frontage, or if linear
boundaries 20 m system 30% road frontage, with no road
10 DRAF T FOR DISCUSSION boundaries to be less than 40 m
Host site to have minimum 50% road frontage
42 DRAF T FOR DISCUSSION
Open Space for Recreation Guide / Planning for outdoor recreation DRAF T FOR DISCUSSION 47
Local Parks in LGA
Headen Reserve (Oval) Playground (1.5km from Larool Crescent Playground (1km from Westleigh
Westleigh Park) Park)
Playground Area:
1190m2
Play Feature Area:
355m2
Playground Area:
3000m2
Play Feature Area:
250m2
Local Parks in LGA
Norman Avenue Park 0.8km from Westleigh Park) Western Crescent Park (1km from Westleigh Park)
Playground Area:
1520m2
Playground Area:
1400m2
Play Feature Area:
200m2 Play Feature Area:
250m2
Proposed Playground Initial Thinkings Theme • Nature Play - reflects the surrounding Hornsby’s highly valued natural bush set- ting. - Capture a sense of place - Stimulate the senses - Touch, Sight, Smell, Taste, Listen - Use natural elements - Water, Sand/Mud, Plants/Trees, Changing of Topography, Wood/Stone/Boulders - Create seamless connections - Incorporate a range of play spaces - an inclusive environment for all personalities and encourage all areas of a child’s development – social, cognitive, physical, emotional. - Factor in loose parts • Inclusive Play - Everyone can play, accessible play space and cater for all ages, cultures and capabilities - Easy to access, easy to move around, provide a range of play options and challenges, and have appropriate facilities in a comfortable environment. Inclusive playspaces encourage everyone to stay as long as they choose. Undersurfacing • Rubber softfall to high usage area and improve playground’s accessibility • Playground mulch to provide nature play look & feel
PLAY SPACE ENTRANCE
Local
Visible play space
from street design considerations
carparking
Proposed Playground Initial Thinkings Signage
SITING
PLAY EXPERIENCE
Located in a district or local park, adjacent to open space and
ESSENTIAL DESIRABLE
Play Types - 4-7 play experiences some recreational facilities e.g. half-basketball hoop
4-7 play experiences
A setting with good landscape amenity and naturalness
3-seater swing-set (toddler, strap and inclusive play option)
• Dynamic Play - Essential Sited near bushland if possible, or natural pockets of
Separated younger – older user areas
vegetation
(Min. 2x moving play equipment) Minimum of 2CONTEXT
kinds of ‘moving’ play equipment
IMMEDIATE
Imaginative
Nearby play
street element
parking with(x1)
kerb ramp
Minimum
Path of one
link from physical
street up tochallenge
and into play space
Kick about grassy area
Signage
Nature-based
PLAY SPACEplay opportunities (constructed or natural)
ENTRANCE
Simple from
Visible bike/scooter loop
street carparking
Consideration of at least one additional element of sensory
Signage
play, or water play, or sand play, or a cognitive challenge
PLAY EXPERIENCE
At least one play element selected for its contribution to
inclusive
4-7 play
play experiences
Supportive
3-seater elements
swing-set (toddler, strap and inclusive play option)
Bird’s Nest Swing Cocowave Pendulum Swing 3-seater swing (Desirable) Path linkingyounger
Separated form street up to
– older andareas
user into play space, preferably
accessible if slope allows
Bird nest seat (or adult disabled Minimum of 2 kinds of ‘moving’ play equipment
seat)+ toddler seat+ rubber seat Shade trees – deciduous and evergreen
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Imaginative play element (x1) HORNSBY SHIRE PLAY PLAN
Garden beds with shrubs and trees
Minimum of one physical challenge
Nearby grassy spaces
Kick about grassy area
Bubbler, preferably accessible
Nature-based play opportunities (constructed or natural)
Signage (small sign)
Simple bike/scooter loop
FURNITURE
Consideration of at least one additional element of sensory
Minimum 1, preferably
play, or water 2 backed
play, or sand play, seats with armchallenge
or a cognitive rests
H SPEED RESTRICTOR Bin
At least one play element selected for its contribution to
inclusive play
Local Park Design Consideration - Draft Play Plan
Supportive elements
Wheelchair carousel Inclusive trampoline
85 |
HORNSBY SHIRE PLAY PLAN
Spin rocker Spin disk Hammock Butterfly seesaw
User age 6
Number of users 4Proposed Playground Initial Thinkings
Play Types - 4-7 play experiences
• Adventure Play - Essential
(Min. 1 x physical challenge play)
Slides + Platforms + Climbing Platforms + Climbing + Bridge
Climbing Track + Monkey Bar 3D Climbing StructureProposed Playground Initial Thinkings Play Types - 4-7 play experiences • Bush Play - Essential (Nature - based play opportunities (constructed or natural)) Balance Play - natural timber logs + Balance Play - timber logs with net stepping logs + Boulders Play Sculpture (imaginative play) Nesting Box & Insect Hotel (desirable)
Proposed Playground Initial Thinkings Play Types - 4-7 play experiences • Sensory Play - Essential (Consideration of at least one additional element of sensory play, or water play, or sand play, or a cognitive challenge) Sand Play Water Play Sensory Play Cognitive Challenge
Proposed Playground Initial Thinkings
Play Types - 4-7 play experiences
• Kids Bike Tracks - Optional
(Simple bike / scooter loop)
Textured bike track
Kids Bike Track with Linemarkings and
Signage
Kids Pump Track18
5 .0
Building 2 0
DRIVE
Proposed Playground Initial Thinkings
16
500m2 80.0
General Layout Option 1 170.00 1
35.5x14.1m
170
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181.2
path
Sensory Play
181.2
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0
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181.45
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connected by stepping 18
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