Bayside Council is committed to working with the community to ensure this valuable park continues to meet the needs of the community and is managed sustainably for the enjoyment of future generations.

Gardiner Park

Located on Wolli Creek Road and Gardiner Avenue, Bexley, Gardiner Park is a much-loved community asset and has been a feature of the Rockdale area since the 1930s. The park is recognised locally as being historically significant with a considerable amount of 1930s stonework, including extensive walling, edging and steps. The park is in a Storm Water Flood Zone and plays an important role in preventing flooding in the area.

The park's features and amenities include:

• On-street parking
• Public toilets
• Changing rooms
• Children's playground
• Banksia Tigers Soccer Club and soccer fields

Reference Group

In 2022, Council established the Gardiner Park Reference Group to give interested parties an opportunity to provide input on improvements and future works at Gardiner Park.

The reference group was comprised of community representatives, including residents and the local sporting club. The first meeting of the reference group was in October 2022. You can view the meeting minutes in the Agendas and Minutes portal under 'City Services Committee meetings'.

Recommendations

The reference group raised a range of ideas and suggested improvements for the park. Council investigated the viability of each idea and presented this information back to the Group for consideration and prioritisation.

The reference group recommended Council further investigate the viability of the following priority improvements and future works at the park:

• Renew and add additional park seating
• Upgrade the playground
• Improve the walkability and accessibility of the park
• Improve the overall presentation of the park with maintenance and appropriate plantings

The Group also endorsed the establishment of a dedicated Gardiner Park webpage to keep the community informed and up-to-date on opportunities to have a say on future upgrades and works as they are planned.

Next steps

Council will consult with the broader community on the proposed improvements and upgrades at Gardiner Park.

More information

For more information, please contact Council's Community Engagement team at haveyoursay@bayside.nsw.gov.au.

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