Published on Friday, 9 October 2026 at 10:00:00 AM
Local kids and families can now make the most of an upgraded Tupper Street Park, with new fencing and football posts creating a safer and more enjoyable space to play, get active and spend time together.
The project forms part of a $190,000 commitment made at the State Election to invest in local parks across Kalgoorlie-Boulder, with funding being shared across playground, fencing and asset renewal works at Tupper Street Park, Norkal Park and Sewell Park.
As part of the commitment, $38,650 was allocated to Tupper Street Park works through the Small Grants Program, with support from the Goldfields-Esperance Development Commission and the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development.
Tupper Street Park is the first of three local parks to benefit from the State Election commitment, with work at Norkal Park and Sewell Park also progressing.
Mayor Glenn Wilson said local parks play an important role in creating welcoming neighbourhoods and giving children places to play close to home.
“Parks give kids somewhere to play, be active and connect with other children, while helping bring neighbourhoods together,” Mayor Wilson said.
“Having good local parks is particularly important for families who may not have access to transport to get to other recreational spaces. They give children more opportunities to get outdoors and enjoy the benefits of being active, right alongside their neighbours.”
“We’re really pleased to see this commitment delivered at Tupper Street Park, with support from the State Government, and we’re looking forward to seeing the improvements at Norkal and Sewell parks, which will be opening soon.”
“It’s great to see these local spaces getting the investment they need and know they’ll continue to benefit local families for years to come.”
Member for Kalgoorlie Ali Kent said the upgrades reflected what she heard directly from the community during her visits to local neighbourhoods.
“I spent time at these parks talking with local residents and families about what they wanted to see improved, and better places for kids to play was something that came through strongly,” Ms Kent said.
“I’m really proud to see that feedback turn into something tangible at Tupper Street Park. The new fencing and football posts make a real difference to how the space can be used, and the City have done a great job in bringing this vision to life for local kids and families.”
“It’s great to see this commitment delivered, and I’m looking forward to seeing the improvements at the other parks come together as well”
The Tupper Street Park works form part of a broader program of park infrastructure improvements across Kalgoorlie-Boulder.
Renewal works at Norkal Park and Sewell Park are expected to be completed before the end of this year.
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