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“HDB strives to create playgrounds that are vibrant, fun, and safe for our young residents,” said Mr Leonard Cai, director of landscape at HDB.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis framework will ensure that our playgrounds offer a wider range of play features to support children\u2019s holistic development, enhancing play experiences to spark children\u2019s imagination and create joyful childhood memories.”<\/p>\n
The framework will also be extended to town councils, which maintain and facilitate cyclical playground upgrades in HDB estates, HDB said.<\/p>\n
This is so that playgrounds in existing precincts and parks can provide more varied and engaging play, it said.<\/p>\n
“HDB residents can look forward to having more playgrounds that help promote imaginative play and support the holistic development of children.”<\/p>\n
In response to CNA’s queries, HDB said that the new playgrounds are not expected to cost more.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Factors that determine the cost include the type of play equipment chosen, the size of the playground and the terrain on the site, which can differ.<\/p>\n
“Contractors will be able to choose the equipment from a range of manufacturers in the market,” HDB added.<\/span><\/p>\n