A new interactive nature playground with wheelchair accessibility has opened in the heart of Bunbury.
The Mangrove Cove all abilities nature play area features mangrove root-inspired climbing frames, slides, rope nets, ladders, and rope bridges. The design was influenced by the unique mangrove system found in the Leschenault Inlet.
The ground level of the play area includes a wheelchair-accessible sand pit and tunnels, cubbies, water play area, drums, chimes, and a basket swing. There will also be toilet, picnic, and barbeque facilities.
BBG Construction built the play area and the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, and the Department of Finance jointly managed the project. Funding came from the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development.
“Mangrove Cove is a popular part of Bunbury, and this new nature playground will further boost the regional city’s reputation as a must-visit destination. The design was guided by the City of Bunbury’s Co-Design Access Panel and I’d like to thank the team for their valuable insight and contribution,” Member for Bunbury Don Punch said.
This playground complements the existing lookout tower, environmental education pavilion, and the mangrove walk around the Leschenault Inlet.
The 5.3-kilometre walk circles the inlet, which contains the southernmost occurrence of the white mangrove in Western Australia.
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Feature image: Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions
