

$2.9 million beachside community hub opens at West Beach
A community square and play space that has transformed empty land into a dynamic beachside hub has just been opened to the public in West Beach.
‘The Square at West Beach Parks’ is located on the coastal path between Glenelg and Henley Beach and includes a playground, butterfly garden, a kiosk, BBQ area and is designed to support community events such artisan markets and food festivals.
The site, which has been vacant for 18 months, has been re-established with natural vegetation and coastal artwork, including story poles and the sculpture of a blue-ringed octopus (Paitya Marawiti) by Kaurna/Ngarrindjeri artist Allan Sumner.
‘The Square at West Beach Parks’ has been developed and funded by West Beach Parks, supported by a $1.45m State Government grant from the Planning and Development Fund.
It was officially opened to the public by Housing and Urban Development Minister Nick Champion on Friday (December 13).
Attributable to West Beach Parks CEO Kate Anderson:
The Square at West Beach Parks has been developed to be the heart of the West Beach Parks precinct and is an important part of our Master Plan.
It is a unique community-focused space that not only gathers people together in nature but also links them to the many recreational, community and sporting facilities within our precinct that support healthy living.
Attributable to Housing and Urban Development Minister Nick Champion:
The Square is a great addition to West Beach Parks and provides a new public space on a beautiful part of the metropolitan coastline.
It’s vital we continue to invest in public open spaces to ensure our communities remain liveable, healthy, and sustainable.
Spaces like this will encourage people to get outdoors and be active and will be popular with young families.
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