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Good News for Local Swimmers: 70% of Randwick City Beaches Rated Good or Very Good

30/09/2026

There’s some welcome news for Eastern Suburbs families heading back to the beach as the weather warms up, with 70% of Randwick City beaches receiving a Good or Very Good water quality rating in the NSW Government’s latest State of the Beaches report. Even better, that figure has improved from 60% in the previous reporting year, with several much-loved local swimming spots receiving positive results. And there’s one standout this year: South Maroubra received a Very Good rating. For local families who spend their summers swimming, surfing, building sandcastles and cooling off along our coastline, it’s an encouraging way to…

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Parks and Beaches, Swimming

Why Live Beach Cams Are a Game-Changer for Eastern Suburbs Families

13/11/2025

Planning a beach day just became a whole lot easier. Whether you’re packing the car for Coogee, organising a morning swim at Maroubra or meeting friends at Malabar, live beach cams give you a real-time look at what’s happening before you even step out the door. With one click, you can check how crowded the sand is, whether the waves look gentle enough for little swimmers, or simply enjoy a sneak peek of the sunshine sparkling on the ocean. Kids love watching what’s happening on their favourite beaches, and parents love the convenience. Jump straight to your local beach cam:…

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Parks and Beaches, Swimming

Faster Rescue Access Coming to Little Bay Beach Before Summer

05/11/2025

Randwick City Council has commenced construction on a new dedicated emergency access road to Little Bay Beach, marking an important step toward improving safety and response times at one of Sydney’s most beautiful — yet challenging — coastal spots. The project involves upgrading existing paths through The Coast Golf Club to create a direct and reliable route for ambulance, police, and Council Lifeguards. Until now, emergency crews have had to navigate narrow and uneven golf course tracks to reach the beach, often causing delays during critical incidents. Randwick Mayor Dylan Parker said the new road is a vital investment in…

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Fitness, Parks & Playgrounds

Woomera Reserve Playground & Outdoor Gym Opens in Little Bay

10/09/2025

Families in Little Bay have a fantastic new place to play, exercise and connect, with the reopening of Woomera Reserve Playground and Outdoor Gym. Randwick City Council has officially unveiled the upgraded space, transforming the reserve into a welcoming hub for children, parents and the wider community. The revitalised park now offers a modern playground, a fully equipped outdoor gym and upgraded recreational facilities, creating a vibrant destination for locals of all ages. A Playground Designed with Families in Mind The new playground has been thoughtfully designed with input from local families to ensure children of different ages can enjoy…

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Community, Fitness

Little Bay’s first outdoor gym now underway

07/03/2025

Little Bay’s Woomera Reserve, in Sydney’s east, is set for a transformation this year, starting with the construction of the suburb’s first outdoor gym! Randwick City Council began laying the foundations for the new gym at the much-loved community reserve last week. A range of training equipment for various abilities will be installed over the next few months, including a chest press, leg press, body twist, aerobic cycle, sit-up bench, monkey bars, balance beam and elliptical trainer. Randwick Council is also upgrading the adjacent basketball court to a half court with line markings. The current court is inadequate and only…

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Community, Health & Wellbeing

Beach safety improved – Defibrillator installed at Little Bay Beach

01/03/2025

Lifesaving Boost for Little Bay Beach: New Defibrillator Installed A publicly accessible defibrillator has been installed at Little Bay Beach, providing a vital new safety measure for beachgoers. This initiative is part of Randwick Council’s ongoing program to expand the availability of lifesaving devices across public spaces, including beaches, sports fields, and community buildings. Conveniently located on the beach access stairs, the easy-to-use defibrillator offers clear step-by-step instructions, ensuring that anyone can operate it in an emergency. Additionally, the device automatically alerts Randwick City Council when maintenance or servicing is required, ensuring it remains in top working condition. Randwick Mayor…

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Parks & Playgrounds

Widening Little Bay beach stairs

20/04/2023

Weekday access to Little Bay Beach will be restricted from early May 2023 for up to three months as work commences to widen the timber staircase used to access the beach. Currently, Little Bay Beach can only be formally accessed via a single set of steep, narrow timber stairs. The narrow stairs make access difficult, particularly in summer when thousands of beach goers visit the beach daily carrying beach gear, eskies, fishing rods and scuba gear. Contractors working for Council will widen the timber staircase with new Blackbutt timber treads and use existing footings to create a wider staircase, making…

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