Find out more about Armadale's Parks and Reserves
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Playgrounds are just one part of a park and each asset has its own expected lifespan.
When a playground reaches the end of its useful life, it may be renewed while other park features—such as pathways, shelters, seating, trees or irrigation—remain in good condition and do not require replacement.
The City replaces park infrastructure as needed to make the best use of available funding while ensuring parks remain safe, functional and well maintained.
Playgrounds are replaced when they reach the end of their useful life, no longer meet current Australian Standards, or require significant maintenance. Renewing playgrounds helps ensure they remain safe, functional and enjoyable for the community.
Replacement does not necessarily mean the playground was unsafe. Many playgrounds are renewed as part of the City's planned asset renewal program before they deteriorate to the point where replacement becomes urgent.
Yes. The City values community feedback and, where appropriate, seeks input on proposed park renewal and upgrade projects through Engage Armadale.
Feedback received during these consultation periods helps inform the final design and ensures the park meets the needs of the local community. While every suggestion is carefully considered, the final design must also align with the Parks Facility Strategy, project scope, available budget and ongoing maintenance requirements.
If there are no current consultations for your local park, you can register with Engage Armadale to be notified of future projects and opportunities to have your say.
Not every park is designed to provide the same facilities. The City plans park amenities based on the role and intended use of each park, as outlined in the Parks Facility Strategy.
Local neighbourhood parks are designed for short visits and typically include basic facilities such as a playground and open grassed areas. Larger District and Neighbourhood parks are intended for longer stays and may include amenities such as public toilets, barbecues, picnic shelters and other recreation facilities.
Providing and maintaining public amenities is a significant ongoing cost. For example, it costs approximately $24,000 per yearto operate a public toilet, including cleaning, maintenance and asset management, regardless of how often it is used.
By concentrating higher-level facilities in larger destination parks, the City can provide quality amenities where they are most needed while ensuring public funds are used efficiently and parks remain sustainable to maintain over the long term
Parks and playgrounds are assessed as part of the City's ongoing asset management and Park’s Facilities Strategy.
When determining renewal priorities, the City considers a range of factors, including:
the age and condition of existing infrastructure
safety and compliance requirements
maintenance history
the role and classification of the park (Local, Neighbourhood or District)
available funding through the Capital Works Program.
This ensures renewals are planned fairly and delivered where they are needed most.
In newly developed estates, developers are responsible for maintaining new parks and reserves during the initial establishment period, typically for two years, before they are handed over to the City.
Antisocial Behaviour
If you witness antisocial behaviour in a public park or reserve, please report it to WA Police on 131 444.