New waterplay and ninja warrior course unveiled at Brickpit Park – just in time for school holidays
Hornsby Shire Council is excited to launch a newly upgraded playground at the popular Brickpit Park in Thornleigh, featuring Council’s first junior ninja warrior course, a junior waterplay area, and more. Just in time for the school holidays, this revamped facility will be a fresh, fun playground for the community.
The playground, now elevated to District Level in line with the Council’s Play Plan, is designed to serve a larger portion of the Shire. Access has been improved with a new pedestrian entry point from Pennant Hills Road, as well as wider accessible paths.
The junior ninja warrior course will be perfect for older children wanting to test their abilities against a large mounted solar-powered stopwatch and all children will enjoy making use of the in-ground water sprays with temperatures heating up.
Other exciting new features include nature play elements and inclusive play equipment, with the swings, climbing equipment and flying fox retained from the original playground. Additional trees, larger picnic shelters, shade sails and fencing have also been installed to enhance the park's usability, comfort and natural beauty, while accessible toilets, completed last year, ensure that the park is fully accessible to all.
The playground’s design also offers a playful tribute to the site’s history as a former brickworks. A brick wall, showcasing a collection of heritage bricks donated by local brick collector Warwick Gemmell, adds a unique touch to the space, alongside inlaid details on the ground referencing the National Brickworks Co.
"We’re incredibly proud to deliver this fantastic new playground for the community," said Hornsby Shire Council Mayor Warren Waddell. "This upgrade not only offers new and exciting facilities for families, but it also preserves the historical significance of the park while making it accessible and enjoyable for everyone."
Looking ahead, the pedestrian circuit path and an off-leash dog park are expected to be completed by mid-2025, further enhancing the park’s appeal as a vibrant community hub.
This project was jointly funded by the NSW Government’s Place to Play Grant and Hornsby Shire Council.
To learn more about Brickpit Park Playground, visit: https://www.hornsby.nsw.gov.au/playgrounds
Image top: L-R David De-Fina, Katie Leung, Warwick Gemmell, Councillor Janelle McIntosh, Mayor Warren Waddell, Amay Cascar, Councillor Monika Ball.
