Infrastructure works complete in Mount Penang Parklands

Major infrastructure works are set to complete at Mount Penang Parklands, creating an enhanced visitor experience and supporting future activity.

The works mark the final stage of the $16-million upgrades delivered by the Hunter and Central Coast Development Corporation (HCCDC). They include infrastructure and service upgrades and rebuilding and landscaping Frank Road (formerly Baxter Track) and Parklands Road.

Parliamentary Secretary for the Central Coast and Member for Terrigal Adam Crouch said that the works will help Mount Penang reach its potential as an active and sustainable place for recreation, education and work.

“These works will not only support future investment and activity but they’re also making the Parklands easier to navigate, safer and more attractive for the hundreds of people who use the Parklands every day,” said Mr Crouch.

“The Frank Road upgrade has created a much-needed second entrance to the precinct, including reducing traffic bottlenecks during peak school times and improving access for Riding for the Disabled visitors and the Department of Community Justice facilities.”

Works were undertaken by Bolte Civil, a Central Coast company with a focus on providing opportunities for Aboriginal workers and supporting women in construction.

HCCDC Chief Executive Valentina Misevska said that current users of the Parklands are already taking advantage of the improvements.

“The new roads and landscaping around the café look amazing and I’m particularly happy to see more than 30 additional drought-resistant trees, improved lighting and more than 100 new parking spaces,” said Ms Misevska.

“It’s also easier to walk and cycle through the parklands, with new shared pathways and pedestrian safety features installed.

“We were thrilled to have some pre-schoolers from Parklands Community Preschool help us plant some of the new trees this week.”

Final works on Parklands Road and additional works to adjoining internal roads are set to complete in March.

Learn more about Mount Penang Parklands.