Work begins on replacing the shade structure at the Adventure Play Park from next Monday.
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As a result the play park is being closed by Katherine Town Council for at least two months.
The shade structure will cost $272,000.
Katherine Town Council made the decision to remove the previous shade sail early last year due to ongoing vandalism.
The installation will conclude the conversion to hard structured covers, mirroring the existing playground space which will provide additional sun safety and comfort to the community.
The work will include the demolition of the old shade sail posts and installation of the new structure.
Construction is estimated to take approximately nine weeks.
Katherine Construction Pty Ltd was awarded the job.
For safety reasons, the play park will be closed to public access from Monday, August 31 to Friday, October 30.
"Whilst these works are underway council encourages the community to take advantage of other activities Katherine has to offer including the Katherine Aquatic Centre, Skate Park, Hot Springs, the cinema and skating at the YMCA to name a few," a council spokeswoman said.
"Be sure to check the upcoming September/October school holiday program for family fun activities (to be released late September).
"Council apologises for any inconvenience these closures may cause and asks the community to adhere to all signage."
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