Thursday, August 7, 2025

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Mackay and Whitsunday Life

Langfords Park Revamp Driven By Community Voice

Work has begun on the much-anticipated stage one upgrade of Langfords Park in Eton, with construction getting underway earlier this week.

The project will be delivered by contractor Vassallo Constructions on behalf of Mackay Regional Council.

The upgrades reflect the ideas and priorities of residents who participated in the community consultation.

Mayor Greg Williamson said the upgrades would make Langfords Park a more welcoming and enjoyable space for families, sporting groups and the wider community.

“This upgrade is a fantastic outcome for Eton and a great example of council and the community working together to improve a much-loved local space,” Mayor Williamson said.

“Stage one will deliver a better located new playground with roofed shade and covered seating, improved access and enhancements that support community events and sporting activities,” he said.

Member for Mirani Glen Kelly said the Crisafulli Government was committed to supporting vital infrastructure delivery for the people of the Mackay region.

“We want to see rural and regional communities across Queensland thrive, which is why we have made Works for Queensland a permanent funding program,” Mr Kelly said.

“Projects like this will not only help improve the liveability of local communities but also support tens of thousands of jobs in rural and regional council areas.”

Stage one works include:

A new, fully fenced playground with shade cover and seating, catering for infants and children aged up to 12 years old.
Additional shade trees along the new footpath.
A new picnic shelter with electric barbecue and setting, overlooking the oval.
A formalised Hill Street entry with a 1.5-metre-wide concrete path linking key facilities.
Installation of football goal posts within the oval.
Pressure washing of the existing tennis court.
A retrofitted lockable gate to prevent vehicle access through the park, with access provided to the Pony Club on request.
Upgrade of seating and tables within the park.

The contractor will be onsite Monday to Friday from 6.30am to 6.30pm and Saturdays, if required. Works are expected to be completed by late-December 2025, weather permitting.

Langfords Park and its public toilets will remain open during construction, although some areas will be cordoned off as required.

The tennis court will be accessible, except during pressure cleaning works, which are scheduled for August and will take about seven days to complete.

The project will involve the removal of seven overgrown shrubs and one tree, with 38 new trees to be planted as part of the landscaping works.

“We thank residents for their patience during construction and look forward to delivering a revitalised Langfords Park that meets the needs of the Eton community for years to come,” Mayor Williamson said.

The Langfords Park Playground Renewal project is proudly funded by the Queensland Government’s Works for Queensland program in association with Mackay Regional Council.

To follow the progress of this project, visit connectingmackay.com.au/Langford-park-upgrade

Langfords Park is set for a fresh new look, with stage one upgrades bringing a shaded playground, new picnic areas, and improved access — all shaped by community feedback and proudly supported through Works for Queensland

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