A free community event will be held at Foreshore Park next month to celebrate the completion of a key element of the Harbour Foreshore Masterplan.
Work is almost finished on the new kiosk and assessable public toilets, which are housed in an architecturally striking building and scheduled to open in late January.
An artist's impression of the new kiosk and amenities building in Foreshore Park.
The new kiosk will be run by local operators Thomas and Nova Carias-Cox, who have been serving up tasty treats at the Sunnyboys kiosk at Dixon Park Beach for the past three years.
Chair of City of Newcastle's Asset Advisory Committee Cr Declan Clausen said the new facilities will enhance the experience of visiting Newcastle's premier city park and major events space.
"The Harbour Foreshore is a major drawcard for Novocastrians and visitors from across the region and beyond," Cr Clausen said.
"Our adopted masterplan was guided by feedback from the community and represents a shared vision for this precinct, which will activate and connect public spaces between the city and the harbour's edge.
"As the first project to be delivered under the masterplan, the completion of the new kiosk and accessible amenities will be a key milestone in City of Newcastle's ongoing revitalisation of this area, providing a more convenient, comfortable and accessible experience for those visiting Foreshore Park."
The new amenities building is adjacent to Foreshore Park's new regional level accessible playspace and waterplay area, which is currently under construction and expected to be completed by late next year.
It includes unisex ambulant toilets, a parent's change room, and a changing places facility that provides suitable facilities for people who cannot use standard accessible toilets.
A bespoke concrete table and bench seating, along with low concrete walls, provide a mix of formal and informal seating options while a new footpath will help connect this space with existing footpaths in Foreshore Park for improved access.
The Foreshore Park projects are supported by the NSW Government, Variety the Children's Charity, the Touched by Olivia Foundation and the Newcastle Port Community Contribution Fund.
State Member for Newcastle Tim Crakanthorp said the NSW Government was committed to supporting projects that provide enhanced public spaces for all members of the community.
"Foreshore Park is a fantastic community space both for major events and for everyday enjoyment," Mr Crakanthorp said.
"These new amenities will provide high-quality, accessible public infrastructure for all Novocastrians to use.
"It is great to see the new kiosk fall into the hands of local operators and I can't wait to grab a bite to eat at Sunnyboys Park."
The kiosk, which will be known as Sunnyboys Park, will offer a family-friendly menu that reflects the relaxed waterside location of Foreshore Park, including fish and chips, hamburgers, sandwiches, ice creams, refreshments and coffee.
Thomas and Nova Carias-Cox have grown up working in their family businesses and currently operate three Morning Market Coffee locations in Whitebridge, Newcastle West and Warners Bay, along with Sunnyboys kiosk at Dixon Park.
"We're genuinely excited to be taking on Sunnyboys Park at the Foreshore - it's a special space in an incredible location, made even better by the new inclusive playground opening later next year," Mr Carias-Cox said.
"We love the idea of creating a relaxed, welcoming spot where families can spend time, kids can play and everyone can enjoy great food and coffee in the heart of the park.
"We're really looking forward to becoming part of the Foreshore community and bringing this space to life."
The completion of the project will be celebrated with a free community event, which will be held at Foreshore Park on Saturday, 31 January 2026.
Visitors will be able to enjoy family-friendly activities, live music, treats and coffee.
