Michael Kelly Rest Area
Michael Kelly Rest Area is a rest area in Newtown NSW that stands out for its chessboard table. Its 2023 upgrade added a water bubbler with a dog bowl, extra bench seating, and a refreshed grassed area for visitors to enjoy.
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About Michael Kelly Rest Area
Dog Facilities at Michael Kelly Rest Area
Michael Kelly Rest Area has a water bubbler fitted with a dog bowl, so dogs can drink from the same spot as their owners. A garbage bin in the park doubles as a dog bag dispenser, which means owners can grab a bag and dispose of waste in one place. These dog facilities were added as part of the 2023 upgrade, which brought the park's amenities up to date for local walkers and their pets.
Mature Trees and Grassed Area at Michael Kelly Rest Area
Michael Kelly Rest Area keeps its mature trees, which were retained while two small, damaged trees were removed during the upgrade. The grassed area at Michael Kelly Rest Area has been improved with new palms, shrubs and groundcover plants. Together these plantings give the park a leafy, open lawn setting within a compact rest area in Newtown, matching the upgrade's aim of a more pleasant space for everyone.
Bench Seating and Chessboard Table at Michael Kelly Rest Area
Michael Kelly Rest Area has more bench seats than before, along with a low retaining wall that visitors can also sit on. A new table with a chessboard gives people a place for a quiet game of chess. Seating here suits anyone looking to linger, whether that means reading, chatting or settling in for a match on the chessboard.
Facilities at Michael Kelly Rest Area
Getting to Michael Kelly Rest Area
The park sits on the corner of Yaralla and Brock lanes, Newtown NSW 2042, with a Brocks Lane entry that has new paving and a pram ramp.
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Is Michael Kelly Rest Area in Newtown NSW dog friendly?
The park has a water bubbler with a dog bowl and a garbage bin that doubles as a dog bag dispenser. These dog-focused fixtures were added during the 2023 upgrade.
Are there BBQs or picnic tables at Michael Kelly Rest Area?
Seating at the park consists of bench seats, a low retaining wall and a table with a chessboard.
Is Michael Kelly Rest Area wheelchair accessible, with accessible paths and toilets?
The Brocks Lane entry has new paving and a pram ramp, improving access into the park.
Is Michael Kelly Rest Area worth visiting for a relaxed afternoon?
Visitors can sit on bench seats or the low retaining wall, and the table with a chessboard offers a way to pass the time.
What's the shade like at Michael Kelly Rest Area on hot summer days?
Mature trees were kept during the upgrade, so the park retains established tree cover.