John Oxley Park upgrade

We upgraded John Oxley Park in Chinderah with new picnic tables, shelters and a public toilet designed to be flood-resilient, welcoming and accessible for all.

Improved connecting pathways now enhance access to existing park amenities and the accessible parking bay. Located along the southern shoreline of the Tweed River near the popular Chinderah boat ramp, the revitalised park offers scenic river views and supports the health and wellbeing of residents and visitors.

Project Schedule

• Planning:  Mid 2024
• Construction: Project completed October 2025

Works included

• Demolished the existing public toilet block and shelters
• Installed one unisex accessible toilet and one ambulant toilet
• Constructed 2 park shelters (one large, one small)
• Relocated the existing accessible parking bay
• Installed an accessible picnic table with shelter
• Retained existing picnic tables and shelters throughout the park
• Installed a new drinking fountain
• Built connecting pathways
• Relocated rubbish bins
• Reinstated the ‘John Oxley Park’ memorial plaque

Why it happened

The February 2022 flood caused damage to the internal and external walls and doors of the public toilet, along with its fixtures and fittings. Upgrading the facility is a high priority in Council’s Open Space Strategy.

How it’s getting done

Budget: $347,560

Jointly funded by the Australian and NSW Governments.

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Location

Chinderah Bay Drive, Chinderah 2487  View in Google Maps

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