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Apply to hire new sports field in Alexandria

May 7, 2024

Your group, club or organisation can play on the new sports field. The City of Sydney Council is building a new multipurpose sports field next to Perry Park Recreation Centre in Alexandria. It’s expected to open in mid-2024. The field is a long-pile multipurpose, synthetic pitch that is suitable for rugby, Australian football, soccer and field hockey games and training. The field’s durable synthetic surface means training and play can take place in all weather. Field space is allocated by an expression of interest. You are invited to apply. The council is  inviting  applications for regular and school holiday hire…

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Parks & Playgrounds

Council endorses Malabar site for new bike park

May 7, 2024

Randwick City’s first dedicated bike park catering for mountain bikes, BMX and stunt bikes as well as scooters will be built in Cromwell Park North in Malabar. Randwick Councillors considered three short-listed sites at their 30 April 2024 Council Meeting including a Matraville site on Botany Rd and a Chifley site in the Anzac Parade median strip. Councillors settled on the Malabar site due to the park’s large size, convenient location and access to parking. The new facility is proposed to include a network of mountain bike trails, an asphalt pump track, a large skills area featuring stone and timber…

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Parks & Playgrounds

Sydney Park greener and more accessible than ever

April 24, 2024

Sydney Park now has nearly 200 new native trees, more electric barbecues, picnic areas, seating and toilets after the City of Sydney’s major rectification works at the award-winning park. The project also saw accessibility greatly improved along Euston Road following the state government’s acquisition of land, removal of trees and demolition of park assets to create the Westconnex motorway. “With so many people in our area living in apartments, public parkland is our backyard. Sydney Park is the City of Sydney’s biggest parks, providing a green lung and vital room for exercise and fun,” Lord Mayor of Sydney, Clover Moore…

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Parks & Playgrounds

Wimbo Park a winner for Surry Hills

April 23, 2024

A bigger, better and more beautiful Wimbo Park is now open for residents and visitors of Surry Hills. The City of Sydney’s multi-million dollar upgrade has transformed a small rest area into 4,600 square metres of open lawns, trees, seating and play areas for children. “Space is at a premium in the city and that’s why we fought so hard to maximise the size and benefits Wimbo Park can now bring to our community,” Lord Mayor of Sydney, Clover Moore AO said. “When we negotiated the light rail development agreement with the State Government, we ensured the balance of any…

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Parks & Playgrounds

Upgraded playground opens to public in Randwick’s Alison Park

April 12, 2024

Randwick City Council has reopened the popular Alison Park Playground, unveiling an exciting, colourful and novel new playground for children of all ages and abilities. “We’re so excited to open this beautiful new playground to the public. It’s brighter, safer, more engaging and inclusive for children of all ages and abilities. By all reports, it is also a lot more fun!”, said Randwick Mayor Philipa Veitch. “It’s the latest of eight playgrounds that Randwick Council has upgraded in the last five years, part of our ongoing commitment to improving open spaces and to the wellbeing of children and their families.”….

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Inspiration, Parks & Playgrounds

North Bondi Shops and Bus Terminus consultation gets the green light

March 14, 2024

Waverley Council has voted to publicly exhibit the concept design for the North Bondi Shops and Bus Terminus Upgrade and to encourage community feedback. Mayor of Waverley, Paula Masselos said the project aims to make this key tourism, leisure and retail destination more functional and aesthetically pleasing for our residents, local businesses and visitors. The concept design aims to beautify the streetscapre, maximise areas for new public space, balance bus operations with other functions of the village centre, minimise impacts on parking, ensure safe pedestrian movement, increase shading and greenery without impeding beach/ocean views and implement sustainable elements where feasible….

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Events, Parks & Playgrounds

PARKOURSOME

March 14, 2024

Parkour x Awesome = PARKOURSOME! Unleash your child’s adventurous spirit with free parkour classes. Calling all parents seeking an unforgettable adventure for their little daredevils! Get ready for an exhilarating experience as we bring you a FREE kids parkour workshop. Imagine your kids transforming into real-life superheroes – jumping, flipping, and climbing obstacles with the agility of a ninja! Parkour is the art of movement, where kids learn to navigate the urban playground using their bodies as tools. It’s all about creative exploration, building strength, boosting confidence, and having an absolute blast while doing it. Our skilled instructors ensure safety while…

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Parks & Playgrounds

Construction of a new netball shade structure begins at Heffron Park

March 13, 2024

Construction of a shade structure for netball courts at Heffron Park in Sydney’s east is now under way. The structure is planned to cover six netball courts and eventually also include tiered seating for players and spectators. Randwick Mayor Philipa Veitch said the new structure is an important addition to Heffron Park, the LGA’s largest recreational park that hosts training and competitions for several sports including netball, cricket, touch football, cycling, rugby union, rugby league, soccer and Oztag. “The works are part of Randwick Council’s continued efforts to provide and maintain high quality public spaces,” Mayor Veitch said. “Netball is…

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Parks & Playgrounds

Have your say on the future of Moore Park South

March 7, 2024

Greater Sydney Parklands invites you to share your ideas on plans for a new public park and golf offer within Moore Park. The proposal by the NSW Government will transform 20 hectares of Moore Park South into green open space for community recreation in one of the densest parts of the city. This decision responds to the needs of the growing communities surrounding Moore Park. The community is now being asked to share views on how they would like to use the new park and how the existing golf offering at Moore Park could be reimagined. Consultation will be open…

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Health & Wellbeing, Parks & Playgrounds, What to do

Walk the Yarra Bay Loop

March 2, 2024

It’s the gritty interface between modern life, industry, natural beauty and ancient cultures. A truly unique walk dishing up surprises around each corner. Tie your shoelaces well for one of Randwick City’s most interesting walking experiences. Getting started You can start and finish this walk at any point, but a great place to start with plenty of car parking is near the Yarra Bay Sailing Club. It’s also a convenient place to grab a meal and refreshments when you finish. 0km Follow the Coastal Walkway northwest towards Bumbora Point. The path is well used by locals and the 5km Kamay…

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