Residents in Arana Hills can now borrow sports equipment at a local park through a new SportsBox locker, providing easier access to recreational activities without needing personal gear.
SportsBox Introduced At Leslie Patrick Park
A SportsBox locker has been installed at Leslie Patrick Park in Arana Hills, allowing park users to borrow sports equipment for use on nearby courts. The locker provides on-site access to shared gear, supporting casual physical activity in a public setting.
The Arana Hills installation forms part of a wider rollout across the Moreton Bay area. Additional lockers are operating at Blatchford Reserve in Murrumba Downs and at Sandstone Point. In the Redland area, SportsBox lockers are already available at Beth Boyd Park and Raby Esplanade Park.
Equipment Tailored To Each Location
The equipment available through each SportsBox locker varies depending on the sporting facilities at the park. Items may include gear for basketball, table tennis, volleyball, pickleball or netball, allowing users to participate in different activities based on what is available on site.
The lockers are designed to remove barriers associated with owning or transporting sports equipment, particularly for people visiting parks on short notice.
Program Purpose And Delivery
The SportsBox program is delivered by People Being Active Pty Ltd and funded through the ActiveKIT Super Round. The initiative focuses on improving access to physical activity opportunities by making shared sports equipment available in community spaces.
Across Queensland, more than 20 lockers are planned, with the program expected to reach over 10,000 participants. Future installations are planned in regional locations including Mackay and Noosa.
School Holiday Use And Community Response
SportsBox has been promoted as a practical option for families during school holidays, offering a low-cost way to keep children active outdoors. No advance planning is required, and equipment can be borrowed directly at the park.
Online responses to the program have included strong support for improving access to sport, alongside questions about equipment return and long-term maintenance. These views reflect a mix of optimism and practical concerns commonly raised in public discussions.
What Comes Next
The rollout of SportsBox lockers is continuing across Queensland. In Arana Hills, the focus remains on encouraging community use while monitoring how the lockers operate over time.
Published 28-Dec-2025