City digs deeper to fix Skatepark after problem arises
It will cost more than $100,000 to fix this Skate and Bike Park’s concrete pad, which was partly fenced off for a year because it was unsafe and crumbling. Concerns arose when workers removed the damaged section of concrete pad and discovered that it sat atop a previously unknown layer of insulation and another concrete Read More
School playground flooded with sewage
Officials say over 4,000 gallons of sewage had flooded the elementary school playground. The release was controlled within 1 hour of responding, and environmental services urge the public to be cautious with what they flush and put down the sink to avoid these clogs from happening.
Pride design installation at skatepark vandalised
Pride-themed artwork at a skatepark has been defaced days after its completion. The art installation was created to celebrate “diversity and inclusion”. Offensive graffiti including Nazi symbols and racial slurs have been plastered over parts of the artwork.
Victim awarded $283,000 appeal in liability claim against the Council after injury on playground surface.
The woman rolled her ankle after she lost her balance when stepping from an area covered in mulch to a raised artificial surface at a playground in 2021. The Park was under the care and control of the Council, who received 2 reports prior to her incident about replenishing the mulch. She has now won Read More
Brazen car thief takes motor on joyride around newly opened skatepark
The driver rallied the car onto the skatepark – which was only opened on 12 July – before seemingly trying their hand at doughnuts and other tricks, leaving the fresh surface covered in skid marks. Essex Police have since picked up the vehicle, which was abandoned in the skatepark’s bowl but are still seeking information Read More
£200,000 raises campaign to finally replace skatepark destroyed by 2009 arson fire
A campaign to build a new skatepark is close to fruition after it received huge donations and grants. It will be replacing a skatepark that the community has pushed for renewal ever since it was purposefully set alight after a van was driven into it in 2009.
School playground burns down after car hits powerline
Photos shared online show electrical wires hanging down onto the playground, and the playground engulfed in flames. A 911 caller said a semi-truck pulled down an electrical line which then started the fire.
Unique multifunctional structure design serves as shading for a school playground
The structure was designed to maximise shading; The percentage of direct light exposure to guarantee performance was calculated and the outline of the courtyard has a singular curvature, which was used to determine the overall layout. It now serves both as a shading device for the elementary school playground and creates a cultural event space.
Playground set alight for ‘at least the 12th time’ since last year
Residents are furious as local playground has been once again deliberately set on fire. It is believed that since May of last year, the fire services have been called to the playground at least 12 times. The recent fire was lit in broad daylight and the rubber area under the swings was destroyed.
Teen brothers charged in $230K playground arson
Two teenagers are facing charges in Maryland for allegedly setting their neighbourhood playground on fire, causing over $200k in damages. Investigators say the brothers lit tissues on fire and placed them under the equipment, causing the damage. They then took pictures of the destruction with their phones.
