The Minns Labor Government is inviting the community to help shape the future of Centennial Parklands, with consultation opening today to inform a new Plan of Management for one of Sydney's most treasured public spaces.
Community feedback will help guide the future management of Centennial Park, Moore Park and Queens Park, to make sure the parklands continue to meet the needs of a growing and changing Sydney.
Led by Greater Sydney Parklands, the consultation is the first stage in developing a new Plan of Management to guide the long-term care, use and improvements of the parklands.
The current plan was adopted in 2018, prior to the establishment of Greater Sydney Parklands, and is being updated to reflect contemporary management practices, legislative requirements and community expectations.
This will be the first Plan of Management developed following significant reforms to the Greater Sydney Parklands Act.
The first phase of consultation will run until 8 November 2026, seeking feedback on how people use the parklands, what they value most and their aspirations for the future.
Feedback will inform the preparation of a draft Plan of Management, which is expected to be publicly exhibited in mid-2027 as part of a second round of community consultation.
The community can participate in a number of ways, including:
- pop-up information sessions across Centennial Parklands
- surveys with park users
- online focus groups
- workshops with community, sporting and stakeholder groups
- an online survey and interactive feedback map via the project webpage
- written submissions
The development of the draft plan will also be informed by recent engagement undertaken across Centennial Parklands, including consultation related to Moore Park South, Moore Park East and engagement with the Aboriginal community.
Following the consultation period, Greater Sydney Parklands will publish a What We Heard Report, summarising the key themes and insights raised by the community and stakeholders.
For more information, including details of upcoming community information sessions and ways to have your say, visit the Greater Sydney Parklands website: www.greatersydneyparklands.nsw.gov.au/centennialpom
Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Paul Scully said:
"Centennial Parklands is one of Sydney's most iconic and well-loved public spaces, welcoming millions of visitors each year for recreation, sport, events and connection with nature.
"As Sydney continues to grow, it's important that we plan for the future of these parklands in a way that continues to meet the needs of the community.
"I encourage everyone who has a connection to Centennial Parklands to take part in the consultation and help shape the next chapter of the parklands."
Chief executive Greater Sydney Parklands Joshua French said:
"Greater Sydney Parklands is the custodian of Sydney's much-loved public parks, as a place of connection for our city's diverse communities. The new Plan of Management will help guide the future of Centennial Parklands, and I encourage the community to have their say and help shape the next chapter of these iconic parklands.
"This is an opportunity for us to ensure a balanced approach to managing recreational uses, arts and culture, heritage, and the environment for the community."
