Upgrades including a new toilet facility, sheltered seating with a barbecue and improved footpaths have been completed at Log Wharf Reserve.

The project is part of the Log Wharf Reserve Masterplan, which is a community-driven project involving both the Telegraph Point Community-Council Action Team and the Telegraph Point Community Association.

The upgrades include new toilet amenities with a sewer connection, construction of a sheltered seating and barbecue area – as well as redesigned footpaths for better connectivity.

Mayor Peta Pinson said the Reserve is a popular boat launching and rest area, making it an important recreational community destination.

“We have been working to identify opportunities to activate places and spaces in Telegraph Point, through upgraded facilities and infrastructure,” she said.

“This area suffered damage in the floods, so we had to keep this in mind with the design concept. We’ve used materials like concrete, aluminium and hardwood timber to make the park more usable, while minimising risk of damage.”

“We want more people to enjoy these beautiful spaces, so locals can make frequent use of the facilities – and visitors will appreciate them too.”

The Log Wharf Reserve Upgrade was funded through the Federal Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program Phase 2 – with a budget of $250,000.

Member for Cowper Pat Conaghan said the fund aims to support Councils to deliver priority local infrastructure projects, which helps to boost the resilience of local economies.

“These upgrades will help to protect the natural environment, while enhancing the community’s experience of this wonderful space.

After the devastation that this area experienced in recent years, it’s only fitting to see upgrades such as this benefit the resilient community of Telegraph Point.

This specific funding was introduced by the Nationals, and it’s great to see these projects now coming to fruition.”