WHAT ARE WE DOING AND WHY ARE WE DOING IT?
The need for a new amenities building was identified in the Moore Park Master Plan 2040.
Changing community expectations and an increase in sports participation by women and girls mean that an uplift to existing facilities at Bat and Ball is required.
The new building will provide all-gender toilets for the public, change and umpire facilities for field users.
The design considers the heritage parkland setting and opportunity to provide a new park entrance from South Dowling Street.
The new building will include:
- All Gender individual public toilet cubicles
- All Gender ambulant public toilet cubicle
- All Gender accessible toilet cubicle
- Communal external hand wash basin
- Community sport amenities (Change rooms, toilets, showers and wash basins)
- Umpire change facility with shower and toilet
- Community sport storage
Adjustments to the existing landscaping, including new seating, bike racks and replacement planting will also be provided as part of the project.
KEEPING YOU INFORMED
Section 60 submissions via Heritage NSW have now closed, and we are working through what we heard from the community. Thank you for providing your valuable feedback.
Greater Sydney Parklands will keep the community informed of project updates.
PROJECT TIMELINES
Work is due to commence in September 2025 with completion expected by the middle of 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Will there be disruption for park users and residents while the new change room and amenities building is being built?
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There will be minimal disruption to park users, commuters and neighbouring residents during construction. Signage will be on display around the site to provide project updates. |
Will team sport and general recreational activities be allowed to use the field while construction is taking place?
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Field use will continue during construction with minor modifications to create a safety buffer with the construction zone. |
What will happen to the existing amenities building near the corner of Cleveland Street and South Dowling Street?
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The existing amenities building will be closed to the public once the new amenities are opened. The existing building is being assessed as part of future planning for Moore Park South.
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| Will the new toilet and shower facilities be open to the public? |
Change room facilities will be open in line with sports field bookings. |
| Has community safety been considered? |
Community safety has been considered as part of the design. Safety measures include security lighting and the closure of the facilities after hours. |
| Will the BBQ facilities be available for use during construction? |
No. BBQ facilities are being relocated as part of the project.
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Will any trees be removed as part of the work?
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There is no tree removal proposed as part of the project. Minor planting removed will be reinstated with native vegetation as part of the construction.
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| Who is funding the project? |
Greater Sydney Parklands is funding this project with support from the Office of Sport and the AFL.
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| What approvals are required? |
As part of this project, a section 60 application is required under the Heritage Act 1977. This will be on display between 23 May and 13 June 2025 and can be viewed here. |
Is this project part of the plan to reduce Moore Park Golf Course from an 18 to minimum 9 holes golf course?
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No. This project was identified in the Moore Park Master Plan 2040.
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| When will the new amenities be ready for use? |
Work is expected to commence in September 2025 and be completed by the middle of 2026. Any changes to that timeline will be communicated to residents on this webpage. |
For further information please call: 9895 7500 or email: engagement@gsp.nsw.gov.au