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arson damages village playground causing €30,000 in losses

Arson damages village playground causing €30,000 in losses

20/02/2026
council condemns vandalism around newly opened skate park

Council condemns vandalism around newly opened skate park

19/02/2026
10 year old boy dies after goal post collapses at school playground

10-year-old boy dies after goal post collapses at school playground

17/02/2026
advocates urge better access and inclusive design in parks and playgrounds

Advocates urge better access and inclusive design in parks and playgrounds

14/02/2026
‘disgusting’ vandalism leaves geelong playground with melted plastic and exposed wires.

‘Disgusting’ vandalism leaves Geelong playground with melted plastic and exposed wires.

13/02/2026

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