Leeton Shire has 20 parks, 16 of which contain playgrounds. Several have BBQ and picnic facilities, lush green lawns, trees and gardens.
There are many vibrant and modern playgrounds suitable for children of all ages within Leeton Shire.
The major playgrounds in Leeton Shire include:
Mountford Park playground is the premier playground located within the heart of the Leeton township in Wade Avenue. The playground caters for all age groups. Recent additions to the playground include new seating and BBQ, a double “Sky Rider” cable ride, “Mammoth Swing” and “Giant Tower” with slides.
Graham Park is located adjacent to the Gralee School and is a popular location for children’s parties and other social gatherings. The playground caters well for the younger age groups.
BBQ and picnic settings make this a great place to gather with families and friends.
Central Park is located in Parkview adjacent to the Parkview School.
The playground has exciting modern equipment that is very popular with children of all ages.
There are also toilets, BBQ and picnic settings.
McCaughey Park is the major park and playground in Yanco. It features a “Skyrider” cable ride and “Giant Swing”. The playground caters for all age groups and is situated among shady trees with a picturesque lake, BBQ’s and picnic shelters.
Having well maintained cemeteries that honour our loves ones is important. Leeton Shire Council is committed to offering respectful and supportive services for grieving families.
Leeton Shire Council manages the Leeton and Whitton Cemeteries. Since 1957 Leeton Cemetery has been under the control of the Leeton Shire Council and in 1961 following extension of the Shire boundaries Council also assumed responsibility for Whitton Cemetery.
Leeton Cemetery is located on Boronia Road, Leeton and the earliest recorded burial date is 1912. Management of the Cemetery between 1914 and 1957 was carried out by representatives of various denominations and maintenance was dependent on voluntary workers. Since the control of the Cemetery became Council’s responsibility considerable improvement to the grounds has been carried out and the development of the beautiful lawn cemetery and rose garden has improved the appearance greatly.
The Leeton Cemetery has a lawn section, rose garden (ashes), vault section, capella section and a monumental (closed unless reserved).
Whitton Cemetery is located on Wilga Road, Whitton and has a long history. Whitton was a thriving railway town before Leeton was even thought of. Trustees of the Cemetery were first appointed in 1883. In 1965 the old section of the Whitton Cemetery was closed to enable Council to keep more accurate records.
Services are available each day of the week by contacting your Funeral Director. Special arrangements and charges apply for weekend services.
During services shade is provided for convenience and comfort where possible.
Plaques for the lawn and rose garden (ashes) sections are available through Council.
The size of the plaque for the lawn graves is 380 x 215mm. The plaque may be single, double with a small detachable plate for individual information (if for a couple in the one grave) or a book style plaque (2 book leafs). These plaques may vary by different borders, emblems etc.
The size of the plaque for the rose garden (ashes) section is 230 x 205mm. This plaque may be single or double with a small detachable plate for individual information if for a couple in the one grave. These plaques may vary by different borders, emblems etc.
Leeton Shire Council has a Cemetery Policy which provides a standard for the administration and maintenance of Council’s Cemeteries. To view this Policy, please click here.
To obtain the current fees and charges for the Cemeteries, please click here
Further information can be obtained by contacting Council’s Office during business hours – 8.30am to 5.00pm on (02) 6953 0911.
