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VANDALS have wrought destruction on a new children’s playground in Maylands six times since its opening less than two months ago.

Repairs to the Bardon Park play area have cost Bayswater council $5000 so far.

“Damage has occurred on six separate occasions during the nights,” says mayor Sylvan Albert.

“A safety rail from the flying fox has been impaired, the water fountain has been broken and the snails have been viciously smashed.

“Luckily we were able to repair some of the playing equipment straightaway, but the last attack left the snails beyond repair.

“The cost of repairing and replacing items has gone well over $5000 already.”

Cr Chris Cornish visited the $175,000 play area with his sons just days after it opened.

“I have greatly enjoyed taking my family to the Bardon Park playground on a number of times and the flying fox is a favourite for kids of all ages; including those over 40,” he says.

“Mindless behaviour by a few inconsiderate people ruin it for the vast majority.”

Police have been notified and security improved.

“If you have seen or do see anything suspicious around the Bardon Park playground, please contact our ranger and security service on 1300 360 333 or notify the police,” says mayor Albert.

by STEPHEN POLLOCK