
Six Tuggeranong playgrounds will receive upgrades.
12 June 2025
In brief
- The 2025–26 ACT Budget includes investment in community facilities in Tuggeranong.
- These include playground upgrades and new cricket nets.
- This article overviews some of the facilities receiving support.
There will be improvements to a range of community facilities across Tuggeranong.
The 2025–26 ACT Budget will invest in:
- upgraded playgrounds
- upgraded recreation facilities
- footpath improvements
- local shops revitalisation.
Delivering for Tuggeranong
The projects being supported are based on recent community feedback.
They reflect the things Tuggeranong residents say are most important.
All are designed to make the region an even better place to live.
Better footpaths and safer streets
Footpaths across Tuggeranong will be improved and better connected. This is part of an ACT-wide program.
Lighting upgrades around the region will improve safety and visibility.
Upgraded community playgrounds
Local playgrounds will be upgraded in:
- Bonython
- Conder
- Gilmore
- Isabella Plains
- Kambah
- Wanniassa.
Revitalised local shops
Erindale Group Centre will receive upgrades. These will make public spaces safer and more accessible for the community.
Investing in sport and recreation
New and upgraded facilities will make it easier for clubs, schools and residents to be active.
- The Lakeside Leisure Centre in Greenway will be upgraded to expand community use.
- A new portable grandstand will be installed at Gordon oval.
- New cricket nets will be added at Gowrie oval.
- Tuggeranong will also benefit from female-friendly changeroom upgrades. These are part of an ACT-wide investment in inclusive sports facilities.
Renewing the Tuggeranong skatepark
Tuggeranong skatepark will undergo safety improvements and renewal work.
Planning work will also begin for a full upgrade in future.
This work will help make sure the skatepark remains a welcoming, well-used space for young people.
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