Labor’s Candidate for Braddon Anne Urquhart today announced a re-elected Albanese Labor Government will put $1 million towards the Burnie City Council’s playground strategy, which sets out its multi-stage plan for the city.

This election commitment would support Stage 1 of the redevelopment for Wiseman Street Reserve in Shorewell.

The Burnie City Council plan includes a rural themed playground and nature-based play. Large shade trees will be retained.

The reserve is in a built-up residential area and will deliver important open space for play, as well as community markets and events.

The reserve is also an important community connection point accessible from the Burnie Community House, which is a hub for Shorewell Park.

Federal Labor knows that children and young people need the opportunity to be active every day and have safe spaces to have fun with friends and family.

Consistent with past practice, election commitments will be delivered in line with Commonwealth Grants Rules and Principles.

Quotes attributable to Labor Candidate for Braddon Anne Urquhart:

“Shorewell Park is a close-knit community with many young residents and families.

“The redevelopment of Wiseman Street Reserve will mean there is a space where young people can play safely and the whole community connect.  

“I am very pleased that I have been able to secure this election commitment for Stage 1 of the redevelopment, which I know the Burnie City Council has worked hard on and developed in close consultation with the local community.”