6 November 2007 | The Royal Gazette

A derelict piece of land has been transformed into an area which can be enjoyed by everyone as part of Government's Community Areas Programme.

The Olivebank community area, between Swansville Road and Khyber Heights Lane, in Warwick, is available for people of all ages "to gather and to play", Environment Minister Neletha Butterfield said at its opening last night.

It is the fourth such spot set up under the initiative designed to make the most of Bermuda's open spaces.

"As Bermuda develops, open space is becoming more and more rare. However, the benefits of open space on the health and vibrancy of neighbourhoods have long been clear," Ms Butterfield said in a speech. MORE! »