Landscape Solutions will lead the construction of the landscape and buildings that will surround the centrepiece pools of the Campbelltown Billabong Parklands following their appointment as the main works contractor.
A connected network of pathways and seating surrounded by tree plantings and open spaces will ensure visitors have easy access to the three main pools within the Parklands.
Around 350 trees will be planted across the Parklands to provide future shade.
Alongside the landscaping works, Landscape Solutions will construct the entrance building, plant room, storage facilities and shade huts.
“This is an exciting milestone for the Campbelltown Billabong Parklands project as work gets under way to build the amenities and landscape features that will make the parklands an iconic destination for the region alongside the stunning pools and streams,” says Campbelltown Mayor George Greiss, pictured above (third from right) with Landscape Solutions staff.
“The carefully designed landscape will ensure the Billabong pools are accessible to everyone and people will be able enjoy a premium location to swim, hang out with friends or family or go for a walk during the day,” Cr Greiss.
“As the vision for this important project takes another step towards becoming a reality, I’m looking forward to seeing the excitement grow in the community as people start to see the final layout of the parklands,” he said.
The next stage of the project will see the appointment of a contractor to deliver the stunning public art pieces designed around the theme of the Dharawal National Park and Georges River in consultation with the region’s First Nations community.
The four hectare Campbelltown Billabong Parklands features the two metre deep main Billabong pool, a children’s pool and splash play area connected by a series of streams between.
Currently the project is expected to be ready for public use before summer 2023-24 arrives.
This project was funded under the Western Parkland City Liveability Program, which is part of the Western Sydney City Deal (WSCD) between the Australian and NSW governments, and the eight local councils of the Western Parkland City.
An additional $4 million funding for gateway areas around the site has been provided by the NSW Government’s Public Spaces Legacy Fund.
