Slide into the new Collinsville Waterpark

Big and little kids alike rejoiced today as the new Collinsville Waterpark was officially opened by Whitsunday Regional Council Mayor Andrew Willcox.

Complete with two thrilling water slides, a tipping bucket, water jets and shaded paddling area, the Collinsville Waterpark will offer a welcome and fun reprieve to the hot summer sun.

The design of the waterpark allows for free, unstructured and explorative play in a safe environment for children of all ages.

Mayor Andrew Willcox said the new waterpark was a great addition to the already existing Lion’s Park Precinct.

“In late 2020 we asked the Collinsville and Scottville communities for ideas and suggestions towards the future of their town,” he said.

“Over 100 submissions were received during the consultation process, with almost 50 per cent of people calling for a new waterpark as their top priority.”

“We listened to your feedback and today we are proud to officially open our $1.2million waterpark in Collinsville,” Mayor Willcox said.

The project has brought a new lease of life to the outback town, increasing liveability for residents and attracting new faces to the town.

The waterpark equipment and the shade sails replicate the bright colours of Whitsunday Regional Council, whilst animal images and footprints tip toe over the anti-slip splash pad.

No Collinsville attraction would be complete without a visit from the Pit Pony, whose cartoon accompanies thrill seekers as they whizz down the slides.

“One of the best features about this waterpark is that it is truly accessible to everyone,” added Mayor Willcox.

“The new fencing we have installed around that park also offers a safe haven for play, separating users from the road corridor,” he said.

The Collinsville Waterpark was made possible through $1.2 million funding from the Australian Government through the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program.

This program supports local councils to deliver priority local road and community infrastructure projects across Australia, supporting jobs and the resilience of local economies to help communities bounce back from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Further information about the construction project can be found on our website, Your Say Whitsunday - https://yoursay.whitsundayrc.qld.gov.au/