About
The Ted Navin Playground is the adventure playground at Knox Park on Brisbane Street, in central Murwillumbah. It is a large, free public playground with diverse play equipment including a high-top bridge, a tunnel slide, a nature-play creek and a water pump station, set within the wider Knox Park youth precinct.
The playground opened in October 2015, funded in large part by a $250,000 bequest from the late Murwillumbah resident Ted Navin, donated through the Lions Club of Murwillumbah. It has been a hit with local families and earned a Regional Award for Excellence at the Parks and Leisure Australia awards.
Best For
A free family outing in town, with adventure and nature play for kids of varying ages in central Murwillumbah.
Good to Know
TypeAdventure playground
Located inKnox Park
FeaturesTunnel slide, high bridge
Nature playCreek & water pump
OpenedOctober 2015
CostFree, open 24 hours
Opening Hours
Monday:Open 24 hours
Tuesday:Open 24 hours
Wednesday:Open 24 hours
Thursday:Open 24 hours
Friday:Open 24 hours
Saturday:Open 24 hours
Sunday:Open 24 hours
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the Ted Navin Playground?
It is at Knox Park, 24 Brisbane Street, in central Murwillumbah NSW 2484.
What is there to play on?
The adventure playground features a high-top bridge, a tunnel slide, a nature-play creek and a water pump station.
Is it free?
Yes. It is a free public playground in Knox Park, open at all hours.
How did it get its name?
It is named for the late Murwillumbah resident Ted Navin, whose $250,000 bequest, donated via the Lions Club of Murwillumbah, helped fund the playground that opened in 2015.