Kokoda Memorial Park
Kokoda Memorial Park is a small memorial park at Goodwood Street, Kensington NSW 2033, commemorating those who served on the Kokoda Track in Papua New Guinea. Its standout feature is a memorial pathway leading to a monument inscribed "Lest We Forget", alongside a fenced playground set among large shade trees.
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About Kokoda Memorial Park
Memorial and Monument at Kokoda Memorial Park
Kokoda Memorial Park commemorates those who served on the Kokoda Track in Papua New Guinea. Kokoda Memorial Park features a memorial pathway that leads visitors to a monument. The monument is 80cm high, 500cm wide and 60cm deep, and it replaced the original sandstone monument in 2002. The words "Lest We Forget" are emblazoned across the front of the monument. Kokoda Memorial Park has three small bronze plaques bearing dedications. The memorial was unveiled and dedicated on 21 April, 2002. Kokoda Memorial Park has a large grassed area.
Fenced Playground at Kokoda Memorial Park
Kokoda Memorial Park has a fenced playground set amongst large shade trees and shade structures. The playground at Kokoda Memorial Park includes a small slide, swings, and a climbing frame and tunnel for little ones, plus a rope climbing frame for slightly older children. Kokoda Memorial Park also has a separate fenced junior playground. The playground was upgraded and relocated in 2021 to a space with equipment for inclusive and sensory play, and it officially opened on 27 November 2021. The upgrade at Kokoda Memorial Park included new soft fall, a new fence and plantings. Kokoda Memorial Park's playground is described as the ideal escape for both toddlers and school-aged children.
Dog and Playground Rules at Kokoda Memorial Park
Dogs are prohibited within 10m of the playground at Kokoda Memorial Park, so owners should keep dogs well away from the fenced play area. The playground at Kokoda Memorial Park also prohibits smoking and vaping, alcohol and glass. These restrictions apply around the play equipment, so families with young children and dog owners visiting Kokoda Memorial Park should plan their route to keep the play zone clear. Kokoda Memorial Park is managed by Randwick City Council, which publishes these rules on its park and playground pages.
Facilities at Kokoda Memorial Park
Visitor tips for Kokoda Memorial Park
- ✓Dogs are prohibited within 10m of the playground at Kokoda Memorial Park, so keep dogs well away from the fenced play area.
- ✓Kokoda Memorial Park has no toilet block and no cafe at or next to the park, so plan food and toilet stops on Anzac Parade.
- ✓Park in the quiet side street beside Kokoda Memorial Park, away from the busy traffic on Anzac Parade.
- ✓Shade trees and shade structures cover the fenced playground at Kokoda Memorial Park, which helps on hot days.
- ✓Read the "Lest We Forget" inscription and the three small bronze plaques on the monument at Kokoda Memorial Park.
- ✓Keep smoking, vaping, alcohol and glass out of the playground area at Kokoda Memorial Park.
Getting to Kokoda Memorial Park
2 Goodwood Street, Kensington NSW 2033, down a quiet side street off Anzac Parade. On-street parking is available directly beside the park.
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Frequently asked questions about Kokoda Memorial Park
Is Kokoda Memorial Park in Kensington NSW good for dogs?
Dogs are prohibited within 10m of the playground at Kokoda Memorial Park. The playground area also prohibits smoking and vaping, alcohol and glass. Owners should keep dogs well away from the fenced play area.
Does Kokoda Memorial Park have a playground for kids?
Kokoda Memorial Park has a fenced playground set amongst large shade trees and shade structures. The playground includes a small slide, swings, a climbing frame and tunnel, and a rope climbing frame for older children. It was upgraded in 2021 with inclusive and sensory play equipment.
What facilities does Kokoda Memorial Park have for families with young children?
Kokoda Memorial Park has a fenced playground with shade trees and shade structures, plus a separate fenced junior playground. The park has a litter bin and park seat. Kokoda Memorial Park has no toilet block.
Are there BBQs and picnic tables at Kokoda Memorial Park?
The facilities listed for Kokoda Memorial Park are a playground, litter bin, fenced playground, shade structure and park seat. Kokoda Memorial Park has a large grassed area. No BBQ or picnic table facilities are listed for the park.
Is there parking at Kokoda Memorial Park in Kensington?
Kokoda Memorial Park has on-street parking directly beside the park. The park is located at 2 Goodwood Street, Kensington NSW 2033, down a quiet side street off Anzac Parade.
What cafes or shops are close to Kokoda Memorial Park in Kensington?
Kokoda Memorial Park has no cafe at or next to the park. Several cafes are located back on Anzac Parade. Visitors reach the park by turning off the busy Anzac Parade into the quiet side street.