Laurisen Park, Kepnock

October 2024 project update

The old playground has been removed and the new playground is currently being installed.

New turf has also been laid.

New softfall is expected to be delivered next week.

September 2024 project update

A shelter and picnic table have now been installed.

The park has received some new plantings and the garden beds have been installed.

Drainage works have been undertaken.

The playground surround has been installed.

August 2024 project update

The new basketball court slab has been poured. The installation of a hoop and line marking are being scheduled in the coming weeks.

The new playground fence has been installed.

The area where the new playground will be installed has been prepared.

A new shelter is also planning to be installed.

June 2024 project update

Upgrades to Laurisen Park will commence in July through to October 2024.

You can read the latest project newsletter here.

The latest concept design can be viewed here.

The project now includes the installation of a 1500mm high fence around the whole playground.

As the concrete work will need to be undertaken in multiple stages to allow the concrete to cure and dry, the project team's presence on site will be determined around this.

Project background

Great news for Kepnock residents.

Laurisen Park on Scotton Street will be upgraded, as part of Bundaberg Regional Council’s Parks Capital Works Program.

As well as replacing the existing playground, Council proposes to include new seating, a new picnic shelter, refurbishment of the existing basketball court and the widening of existing pathways. New shade trees will also be planted with some existing non-native trees removed.

This upgrade will ensure that the park supports the recreation needs of the surrounding community and is in keeping with Council infrastructure standards.

The draft concept plan, below, shows the proposed upgrades. Please give your feedback to Council by Sunday 6 March 2022 by filling out the feedback form.

The project will involve:

• New playground equipment
• New seating
• A new picnic shelter
• Refurbishment of the existing basketball court
• Widening of the existing pathways
• New shade trees
• Removal of some non-native trees

Proposed upgrades to Laurisen Park

Complete the feedback form by midnight 6 March 2022, below, or by clicking here.

Paper copies are available by contacting Council on 1300 883 699 or emailing: engagement@bundaberg.qld.gov.au.

Thanks for your feedback

Thank you to the 33 people who completed the survey. You can see the results here.