Queens residents say they’ve waited years for NYCHA to fix sinkhole at playground
The playground near homes at Queens bridge S sits in disrepair behind a locked fence, deemed unsafe after mats began sloping into a sinkhole. Parents say they’ve been waiting more than three years for the repair.
Vandals’ target Cooranbong playground with fire extinguisher
Authorities have been forced to clean up after vandals targeted a lake Macquarie Park. It’s being reported that someone stole fire extinguishers off road work equipment, which was parked at the playground, before discharging them all over the park area and equipment.
Nine Injured after car veers off road, ends up in elementary school playground
The crash happened just often noon when a car hit a utility pole in the 200 block of monks OD Ave and continued through a chain link fence before ending up on the playground of an elementary school. No one was injured.
Albany’s sensory playground raises microplastic concerns
Plans are underway to bring a sensory playground to Albany, but some City Council members are concerned with the PFAS, or polyfluoroalkyl substance materials proposed in the construction, which contains harmful chemicals used in wide varieties of household products.
Why these New Zealand schools banned Crocs and jibbitz in the playground
Some schools around New Zealand have moved on to ban Crocs and their charms due to several issues including ‘confusion, trading/selling charms and occasional disputes over ownership’.
Fayville playground has a new structure to help over stimulated children relax
The “Cozy Cocoon” structure is designed for children who need a cosy space to escape too when over stimulated. The spinning motion and interior tactile experiences assist children in relaxing.
Corporation rejects modern playground proposal in dump yard despite locals agreeing to fund the project
The officials of GCC who inspected the site last week rejected the demand of the youths, owing it to the presence of a private trade that collects plastic waste in the area, utilised for the dumping of waste and collection of plastic waste for transportation for the cement industry.
Parents horrified to find nails and screws protruding from child swing seats in a play park
A couple were shocked to find nails and screws protruding from two child swing seats in a play park. Photos were posted online of the vandalised swings, and many believe someone had intended to hurt children.
Locals rage as Aussie council tells kids to ‘consider their noise’ at playground
The sound of children’s laughter is hard to avoid at suburban playgrounds, but it seems that the joyous sounds of happiness is no longer allowed at a park in Brisbane. A sign erected in the playground says to consider noise levels and disruption while using the player equipment.
Locals pushing back on proposed playground near popular clothing-optional beach
Residents share concerns over children’s safety, as well as protection of the safe space for beach goers as a new playground is set to be built nearby a nude and queer friendly beach.