Cérge
Main Venue Page

Spinnaker Park and Splash Pad Visual Story

Logo

1. Arrival Parking and Orientation

The arrival parking area at Spinnaker Park is located adjacent to the park and includes two accessible car parking spaces with step-free access to the pathways. The area is within a residential setting and is bordered by nearby low-rise apartment buildings. Flat concrete pathways connect the parking area to the playground, splash pad and central barbecue facilities.

A fence surrounds the park area, with entry through a pool-style gate. After passing through the entrance, a seating area is located on the right. To the left, a ramp leads up to the upper section of the park, providing access to the slides and other play equipment. The layout supports navigation for people using mobility aids. This area is used for park access, picnics and play activities, and activity levels may increase during weekends and school holidays.

A parking area with a few cars is on the right, adjacent to a road. On the left, there is a grassy area with trees and a structure with large, triangular shade sails. In the background, a multi-storey building with balconies is visible. A tall, narrow tree stands in the centre, surrounded by other greenery. The ground is paved with asphalt, and the sky is overcast.
A parking area with a designated disabled parking space marked in blue on the left. A tree with green foliage is in the centre, surrounded by a small landscaped area. Two cars are parked on the right. In the background, there is a building with multiple floors and balconies. A playground with shade structures is visible on the left. The ground is paved with a mix of grey and green surfaces.
A car park with a designated disabled parking space marked by a blue symbol on the ground. On the left, a partial view of a car is visible. In the background, there are trees and a building with multiple floors. A pathway runs parallel to the parking area, bordered by grass and shrubs. A tall lamp post stands near the centre, and a sign is visible near the entrance to a fenced area. The ground is paved with a textured surface.
A park scene with a paved path on the right leading to a white gate. On the left, there's a fenced playground area with a "No dogs permitted" sign and a colourful poster. Blue play equipment is visible behind the fence. Trees and shrubs are scattered throughout, with a lamp post along the path. In the background, there are more trees and some buildings. The ground is covered with mulch and grass.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Cars passing
  2. Children playing
  3. Birds chirping
  4. Water splashing
  5. Distant chatter
Smell

Smells

  1. Grass
  2. Barbecue smoke
  3. Sea breeze
  4. Flowers
  5. Car exhaust (occasional)
Touch

Feel

  1. Smooth pathways
  2. Gentle breeze
  3. Warm sun
  4. Cool shade
  5. Soft grass
Sight

Sight

  1. Concrete paths
  2. Playground
  3. Barbecue area
  4. Apartments
  5. Canals

2. Spinnaker Park Playground

Spinnaker Park Playground has a nautical theme and includes a range of play equipment such as a climbing tower with nets, accessible swings and spinners, an interactive ship, a slide, and stepping and rocker toys. A long winding ramp leads up to a lookout platform with views across the Newport canals and Moreton Bay. Ground surfaces vary across the playground, with soft rubber surfacing beneath the swings and sand located under the climbing structures.

Shade sails provide overhead cover in parts of the playground, and bench and picnic seating are positioned under nearby trees. The playground is enclosed by fencing with pool-style gates at the entry points. The space is used for active play, climbing and social interaction. Activity levels may increase during weekends and school holidays.

A playground with various equipment. On the left, there are blue and silver slides under large triangular shade sails supported by white poles. In the centre, a black mound with small climbing structures and a rope climbing frame with blue supports. On the right, a path leads to a shaded seating area. The ground is a mix of sand and rubber surfaces, and there are trees in the background.
A playground with a large blue and silver slide structure on the left, featuring a curved design. A walkway with white railings leads towards the centre, with shade sails overhead. On the right, there are two dark grey tube slides with rivet details, set over a sandy area. Trees and a multi-storey building are visible in the background.
A waterfront scene with a metal railing in the foreground, overlooking a calm body of water. On the left, several boats are docked at a marina. In the background, modern houses line the water's edge, with more boats visible. The right side features some greenery and a white post. The sky is overcast with patches of light breaking through, reflecting on the water's surface.
A playground with a sandy area in the centre, featuring a wooden play structure and a blue slide. Two large trees with dense foliage are on the left and right, surrounded by green shrubs. A shade sail is overhead, providing cover. The foreground has a path with a metal railing and a post. In the background, there are buildings and more trees, with a fence enclosing the playground.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Children laughing
  2. Swings creaking
  3. Slides whooshing
  4. Trees rustling
  5. Birds chirping
Smell

Smells

  1. Fresh air
  2. Wet sand
  3. Cooked food
  4. Sweaty children
  5. Nearby water
Touch

Feel

  1. Soft sand
  2. Cool shade
  3. Smooth slides
  4. Breeze
  5. Warm sun
Sight

Sight

  1. Colourful equipment
  2. Steel spinnaker
  3. Shade sails
  4. Children playing
  5. Picnic areas

3. Central BBQ and Amenities

The Central BBQ and Amenities area is located outside the fenced Spinnaker Park pool and playground area. From the car park, follow the pathway to the right and cross a small bridge to reach this space. The amenities block includes two ambulant toilets and one accessible toilet. A shaded picnic area is positioned nearby, overlooking a large grassed space and the surrounding water canals.

Public barbecue facilities are available for visitors. The area is commonly used for picnics, gatherings and general park access. Activity levels may increase during busy periods, and food smells may be noticeable when the barbecues are in use.

A pathway with a reddish-brown surface leads over a small bridge with white railings. On either side, there are green plants and grass. In the background, there are tall trees, including a palm tree on the left and a conifer in the centre. To the right, a modern building is partially visible. The sky is overcast with light clouds.
A curved pathway runs alongside a body of water on the right, with reflections of nearby buildings visible on the surface. On the left, there's a grassy area with scattered trees and a modern, open-sided shelter. Two multi-storey buildings are visible in the background, one on each side, with balconies and large windows. Street lamps line the path, and the area appears to be a landscaped urban park.
A grassy area with scattered trees in the foreground. In the background, a body of water is visible, bordered by a row of modern, multi-storey buildings on the left. Several boats are docked along the water's edge. On the right, more trees and a few structures are visible. The sky is overcast, casting a muted light over the scene.
A public toilet block with a flat roof and three grey doors, each marked with gender-neutral signs. The structure has vertical black metal supports on the left. The ground is paved with light brown concrete. In the background, there are green bushes and trees with some red and yellow leaves. A road and a few parked cars are visible further back.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Gentle water flow
  2. Birds chirping
  3. Distant chatter
  4. Cutlery clinking
  5. Barbecue sizzle
Smell

Smells

  1. Grass and gardens
  2. Food cooking
  3. Wet sand
  4. Toilet smells (in toilet block)
  5. Floral hints
Touch

Feel

  1. Sand underfoot
  2. Hungry
  3. External weather conditions
  4. Smooth paths
  5. Comfortable seating
Sight

Sight

  1. Water canals
  2. Food cooking
  3. Picnic tables
  4. People eating
  5. Toilet block

4. Splash Pad

The splash pad includes ground-level water fountains that spray upward from the surface. The area is accessed via flat concrete pathways that connect to surrounding park facilities. A push button activates the splash pad. Trees and nearby canal views surround the space.

During warmer weather, the area is used for water play and supervised recreation. Visitors may hear the sound of running water when the splash pad is operating. The surface may become wet and slippery while the fountains are in use.

A public space with a water feature in the centre, consisting of several vertical stone columns with water jets. Surrounding the fountain are paved walkways and low stone benches. On the left, there are tall pine trees and a modern building with balconies. On the right, more trees and a multi-storey building are visible near a body of water with boats. The ground is a mix of light and dark paving, and there are informational signs near the fountain.
A waterfront area with a paved walkway featuring vertical sculptures made of circular metal pieces. Water jets are integrated into the ground, creating a fountain effect. On the left, there are trees and a view of the water with boats docked in the distance. On the right, more trees and a small building are visible. The ground is a mix of light and dark brown paving, and there are stone benches along the path.
A waterfront area with a decorative fountain in the foreground, featuring vertical columns adorned with circular metal discs. Water jets are spraying upwards from the ground. To the left, a tall pine tree and other greenery are visible. In the background, a body of water with moored boats and a line of modern buildings can be seen. The ground is a mix of textured concrete and stone, with some wet patches. The sky is overcast.
A paved area with water jets shooting upwards from the ground. In the centre, there are several vertical sculptures made of circular metal discs stacked on top of each other. Surrounding the area are tall pine trees and other greenery. In the background, there's a body of water with buildings visible on the opposite shore. The sky is overcast, and the ground appears wet, reflecting the water from the jets.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Water splashing
  2. Children laughing
  3. Cars passing by
  4. Birds chirping
  5. Fountains gushing
Smell

Smells

  1. Water
  2. Sunscreen
  3. Grass and flora
  4. Nearby canal
  5. Food cooking (distant)
Touch

Feel

  1. Cool water
  2. Warm sun
  3. Wet
  4. Breezy air
  5. Playful atmosphere
Sight

Sight

  1. Water fountains
  2. Children playing
  3. Trees and greenery
  4. Canal view
  5. Concrete pathways
Two hands shaking Thankyou graphic

Thank You

For all suggestions to improve our Visual Stories contact info@cerge.app and join the Facebook community to get involved /cergecommunity.