We're transforming Michaela Howie Playground at Dee Why Beach Reserve to provide a fun and challenging play experience. Council has allocated budget for its renewal, which includes installing new play equipment, improved surfacing and additional seating areas—all within the current footprint.

The playground will be temporarily closed from February to May 2025 as we complete the refurbishment. In the meantime, we invite you to visit our other playgrounds at James Meehan Reserve, Walter Gors Park, and The Crescent Reserve.

Click here for a complete list of playgrounds across the Northern Beaches

In April and May 2023, we sought your feedback on the concept plan and heard from 51 community members. You expressed a strong preference for a high-quality playground with engaging and dynamic play experiences and increased seating options.

We also received requests for a larger-scale upgrade. However, the current playground renewal is shaped by existing size, height, and budget constraints. Your valuable input will help inform future planning decisions, including the planned renewal of the larger playground at James Meehan Reserve.

Learn how your feedback helped refine some of the design elements in the Community Engagement Report.