Project Green is turning an unused 1,376-square-metre site in Għargħur’s Ta’ Xwieki area into a public space for recreation and exercise. Work is underway on Triq Giovanni Gafà in collaboration with the Malta Council for Sport.
An elevated walkway will connect the site’s two levels, project manager David Ellul said. The upper level will offer a quiet place to spend time outdoors, while the lower level will have obstacle course racing facilities.
Workers are building a reservoir with a capacity of about 400 cubic metres in a former quarry. Plans include about 39 trees and 129 shrubs, a boundary wall, benches, sports and play equipment, lighting and CCTV.
Environment Minister Miriam Dalli visited the site with representatives of the local council, the Malta Council for Sport and Project Green. She said the space would give residents of all ages somewhere to relax or exercise. Għargħur mayor Francesca Attard said it would also benefit neighbouring communities.
The project forms part of the Community Greening Grant initiative.
Photo: DOI / Daniel Scicluna
