News Compilation - Junction Street Plaza, Parkour Park
The opening of Junction Street Plaza, Granville’s $1.4 million urban parkour playground, has made serious waves in the media and for good reason.
As one of Australia’s most unique and purpose-built parkour environments, this youth-focused space is transforming how we use public space under Sydney’s M4 motorway.
Here’s your full compilation of articles, videos, and posts that showcase the plaza’s debut and its impact across the city:
Sydney Morning Herald
Sydney Has a New Playground – But It’s Not for Little Kids
A major publication piece that highlights how the park challenges conventional playground design and targets youth and adults alike.
7 News Australia
7 News Coverage of Granville’s New Youth Plaza
Full video segment showing the excitement and community response to the park’s opening under the M4.
TimeOut Sydney
A New $1.4M Adults Playground Has Opened Under a Sydney Motorway
A lifestyle piece exploring how the park flips expectations by creating a youth and adult playground in an unused urban corridor.
City of Parramatta (Facebook)
Leaping for Joy – Junction Street Plaza Opens
A community celebration post with images of local kids and youth enjoying the space for the first time.
City of Parramatta (Project Page)
Junction Street Pilot Project – Background & Vision
Full details of the pilot project that led to Junction Street Plaza, including community consultations and master plan documents.
View the official project page
Australasian Leisure Management
New $1.4 Million Urban Recreation Park Opens Beneath Sydney Motorway
Industry-level insight into the recreation value of the space and the future potential of parkour-based infrastructure.
Outdoor Design Source
Sydney’s Urban Plaza Now Open
A professional feature on the design vision and landscape architecture that brought the plaza to life under the M4.
City Hub
Unused Space Transformed into $1.4M Youth Activity Park
An editorial take on reclaiming unused infrastructure for meaningful public spaces and community activation.
The Indian Sun
Under the M4, A Park Rises – Granville’s New Junction Street Plaza
A feature on how the $1.4M park revitalises overlooked infrastructure and introduces inclusive spaces for youth and active communities.
Parra News
$1.4 Million Junction Street Plaza Officially Opens at Granville
A detailed local news report covering the official launch, community feedback, and the role of youth voices in shaping the park.
Inside State Government
New Granville Parkour Park Opens Under M4 Motorway
A government-aligned source covering the park’s opening with emphasis on community use and investment in public space.
Sydney Travel Guide
Adult Playground Opens in Parramatta
A fun, tourist-style write-up introducing Junction Street Plaza as a must-visit destination for adventure-loving adults.
Instagram (City of Parramatta)
Grand Opening Highlights
A visual post showcasing photos and video snippets from launch day.
KongQuest (Instagram)
Parkour Launch Day Highlights
Our behind-the-scenes look at the energy, flips, and excitement as the KongQuest team helped launch Junction Street Plaza in true parkour style.
