Stockland Aura opened Hilltop Park – the first park in Aura’s Acacia precinct – on Sunday, 31 August, marking a new milestone for the growing masterplanned community.
Spanning 6,000 square metres, Hilltop Park features a play structure atop a two-metre-high mound with climbing nets and an embankment slide, a large bird’s nest swing, half-court basketball area, expansive green lawns, and shaded picnic spots for families to spend time together.
Stockland Senior Development Manager, Genaea Keith, said local families from across the Sunshine Coast come along to celebrate the opening and explore Aura’s newest green space. The morning event featured live music, a sausage sizzle, face painting, a coffee cart, and a basketball skills workshop.
“This is exciting news for Aura and the broader community with the addition of a community-centric gathering space for all ages – from toddlers to teens and adults – with a strong focus on connection and nature-inspired play,” Ms Keith said.
“Parks and green spaces play a vital role in Aura’s daily community life and are a core part of our vision, so we’re proud to officially introduce Hilltop Park offering families a welcoming outdoor space to gather, play and get to know their extended community.”
“The quality and accessibility of local parks are key drivers of liveability in our communities, and we know it’s one of the many things that attracts locals to Aura. With 29 parks and playgrounds now open, we’re continuing to deliver on our commitment to provide green spaces within easy reach for all those who live here, with every Aura home within 400 metres of a park.”
Set against the backdrop of the Bells Creek South Conservation Area, nature is central to the design of this residential precinct, offering easy access to the surrounding parklands and Aura’s network of more than 200km of walking and bike paths on completion.
Kenneth Harris, Associate Landscape Architect at Place Design Group – the team behind the Hilltop Park design – said the dynamic outdoor space was designed to be inclusive and engaging for the entire community.
“We wanted to create a space where everyone feels welcome, no matter their age or interests,” Mr Harris said
“At Hilltop Park kids can climb, explore and let their imaginations run wild, while also offering areas for families and neighbours to relax and connect. The dedicated basketball zone and expansive lawns provide opportunities for teenagers to socialise, be active, and feel a sense of ownership over the space.
“Our aim was to create a park that supports positive youth development while encouraging connection across the whole community.”
Located on Windward Promenade in Acacia, the opening of Hilltop Park follows the recent openings of Mulberry Park and Glider Park, marking three new parks for Aura in the past month as Stockland continues to deliver on its vision of accessible green spaces within easy reach of every home.
For more information about Stockland Aura, visit: https://www.stockland.com.au/residential/qld/aura.
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