A FITNESS area, play space, bike rack and picnic facilities will be added to Thornlands Community Park during the next stage of council upgrades.
Mayor Karen Williams said $13.8 million would be spent on revamping local parks and open spaces in 2021.
Council started upgrades on the park last year, building a major play area which included things like all abilities play elements, a flying fox, barbecues and picnic areas.
"I know Redlands Coast residents love their open spaces and soon they will have even more reasons to love this park," Cr Williams said.
"Future stages will seek to expand on the activity and picnicking options for our youth, families and older members of our community.
"This is part of our $13.8 million investment in upgrading local parks and open spaces this year, giving local families even more reason to love our Redlands Coast."
Cr Paul Golle said the next stage of works would provide spaces for a variety of community activities and uses.
Among them would be an agricultural-themed play space featuring a three arch mound climber, small and large tractor tyres for climbing, leaf play elements, sandstone seating and an embankment climbing rope.
"The agricultural-themed play space will be located within the existing play area," Cr Golle said. "It will celebrate the area's heritage ... "
"The shaded outdoor fitness area is located to the east of the park, along the circular path.
"It will include a cross trainer, chest press, bike, multi-function fitness unit, step ups and a platform seat.
"The picnic facilities will incorporate a barbecue, drinking fountain, seating and a bike rack near the park path entrance coming from Pinklands Sporting Complex."
The works are expected to be completed by mid-April 2021, weather permitting.
All other areas of the park will remain open, with traffic and pedestrian management practices in place.
Thornlands Community Park is located at the corner of Cleveland-Redland Bay Road and Waterline Boulevard.
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