A tender to design and construct a new family precinct at Myilly Point – which will include a state of the art playground, activities space and landscaped public area - has been awarded to local business DTA Contractors Pty Ltd.
The $2.7million project will comprise of a Youth Zone and an Adventure Play Zone, giving families and the wider community cool and active spaces to enjoy.
The Youth Zone includes:
- A basketball half court
- Skate area
- Tropical landscaping; and
- Power and water services.
The Adventure Play Zone includes:
- Options for shaded play equipment;
- Active climbing areas
- Balance beams
- Seating; and
Additionally, Myilly Point will have a:
- Shaded central picnic area, with barbeques facilities and amenities;
- A walking and running track with one kilometre and one mile (1.6km) options.
Works are set to begin in the coming weeks and anticipated for completion early 2020.
The Territory Labor Government is delivering on a community precinct for all Territorians to enjoy, unlike the CLP who wanted to build more unit complexes – this space will also acknowledge the history and cultural significance to the Stolen Generation of the Kahlin Compound.
Quotes from the Minister for Infrastructure, Planning and Logistics, Eva Lawler:
“We have listened to the community and understand how important Myilly Point is to the Top End; these works will enhance this key public space and provide a wonderful family friendly park for people to enjoy.
“Our Government will continue to deliver for Territorians and support local jobs.”
Quotes from the Member for Port Darwin, Paul Kirby:
“It’s great to see that Myilly Point Playground is one step closer with the tender now awarded to local business DTA Contractors.
“I look forward to seeing families enjoying the new Myilly Point Playground next Father’s Day.
“Consultation is underway for a future stage of the project to acknowledge the history and cultural significance of the site. These projects will still allow for any future activation of Myilly Point.”
