New family friendly addition to Darwin foreshore ready for opening event

The transformation of another stretch of Darwin’s fabulous Mindil Beach and East Point coastline is all but complete with its public opening next Friday evening.

Just a short walk from the Darwin Ski Club, a new park fitted with BBQs, a basketball half-court and a bike track has been opened.

The transformation of another stretch of Darwin’s fabulous Mindil Beach and East Point coastline is all but complete with its public opening next Friday evening.

Walkers, joggers and those enjoying a seaside picnic have already noticed the works that have been going on to create a new welcoming public space at the of the newly revitalised Bundilla Beach coastal reserve.

The newly opened Bundilla area which includes skateable surfaces, basketball court, green space, BBQ areas and more, is being put to good use.

It’s official big reveal is at 4pm this Friday and will include family-friendly entertainment and activities and stalls, as well as street food.

Just a short walk from the Darwin Ski Club, a new park fitted with BBQs, a basketball half-court and a bike track has been opened.

Lord Mayor Kon Vatskalis has invited the community to come and take part in an event that “reflects what this space is all about: people, place and community.”

“In addition to the newly created infrastructure, we’ve also put together a fantastic line-up of entertainment and activities,” he said.

“The community can expect street food vendors serving up delicious eats and treats, with free food giveaways from 4pm so bring your picnic blanket or camp chair and make a night of it.”

The festivities will feature popular Darwin entertainer Fairy Jill, who will be face painting, blowing giant bubbles, and running a circus workshop.

LED fairy performers will be lighting up the park between 5:30pm to 6pm.

Fairy Jill will be joined by players from the Darwin Salties national champions wheelchair basketball team, who alongside the Darwin Basketball Association will be running dribbling and shooting drills and a ‘come and try’ wheelchair activity, with giveaways up for grabs.

Just a short walk from the Darwin Ski Club, a new park fitted with BBQs, a basketball half-court and a bike track has been opened.

For dog-lovers in the community, the RSPCA will be running a tennis ball scavenger hunt and other pet-friendly activities, while City of Darwin’s Animal Management Team will have a stall with educational materials, a first look at a new interactive children’s book and tips on preparing pets for Territory Day.

“There’s something for everyone, whether you’re young, old, a family, a foodie, or just looking for a great night out by the beach, we’d love to see you there”, added Lord Mayor Vatskalis.

The Opening Night marks the launch of the Bundilla Beach Revitalisation, which includes $3.5 million of stage one improvements co-funded by the City of Darwin and Northern Territory Government.

Free food will be offered by participating vendors while giveaway supplies last, after that regular menu prices will apply.

For more information, visit the Bundilla Beach Master Plan.

Originally published as New family friendly addition to Darwin foreshore ready for opening event