The Minns Labor Government has unveiled the finalised plans for two major parks that will support communities in Sydney's fast-growing north-west.
Kellyville Centre Park and Bella Vista District Park will deliver high-quality open space, supporting growing communities that will benefit from more near new homes and better transport connections.
Kellyville and Bella Vista Parks are the first to be delivered as part of the Minns Labor Government's $520 million investment in Transport Oriented Development (TOD) Accelerated Precincts, to deliver infrastructure, active transport and high-quality open space alongside new homes.
Kellyville Centre Park and Bella Vista District Park will transform land next to Kellyville Metro Station and the Metro North West Line into a shared backyard for this growing community, enabling families and residents to stay active and connect with nature close to home.
More than 700 people provided feedback on the initial designs earlier this year, helping to shape parks that will be welcoming, safe, accessible and responsive to the needs of the local community.
Key features of the Kellyville Centre Park design include:
- a shared pedestrian and cycle path, improving access to Kellyville Metro Station,
- spaces for sport and active recreation for all ages, including pickleball and basketball,
- nature-based play areas with climbing equipment,
- a BMX track and paths for skating and rollerblading,
- a central lawn and flexible community spaces for informal sport, events, and gatherings,
- well-located drinking water stations and accessible toilets,
- more than half the site will be dedicated to plants, shade and native trees to cool the park and support local wildlife, and
- designs that recognise local Aboriginal heritage and culture through the park's landscaping and community spaces.
Key features of the Bella Vista District Park finalised designs include:
- extensive tree planting to increase shade and create cooler outdoor spaces,
- a large community lawn surrounded by trees, suitable for casual ball games, picnics and community events,
- an amphitheatre for small performances with nearby picnic spaces,
- family-friendly play spaces, including forest-themed play area, a water play area and spaces for casual sport and active play,
- stepped grass lawns for people to relax and gather,
- accessible walking paths connecting play areas, picnic spaces and gathering areas beneath shady trees,
- native trees and plants to create habitat for local wildlife, and
- spaces developed with input from Traditional Owners and Custodians that reflect Aboriginal culture and support learning about Country.
The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure worked closely with Landcom, Sydney Metro, The Hills Shire Council, Traditional Custodians and the local community to finalise the designs.
The upgrade works expected to commence in 2027 with both parks set to open in 2028.
Kellyville and Bella Vista Parks are the first to be delivered as part of the Minns Labor Government's $520 million investment in Transport Oriented Development (TOD) Accelerated Precincts, to deliver infrastructure, active transport and high-quality open space alongside new homes.
The TOD Accelerated Precinct rezonings around seven transport centres have created capacity for nearly 60,000 new homes and more than 126,000 commercial and retail jobs.
This is part of the Government's plan to build a better NSW with more homes, jobs, parks and services, so young people, families, and key workers have somewhere to live and work in the communities they choose.
Minister for Planning and Public Spaces, Paul Scully said:
"We're not just building more homes - we're delivering the parks, infrastructure and open space that make neighbourhoods great.
"These two parks will give families and the growing community in Kellyville and Bella Vista more places to play, exercise, relax and connect with nature, right on their doorstep.
"Communities need more than just homes. That's why we're investing $520 million in infrastructure and open spaces to make sure growth around public transport is supported by places and facilities people rely on.
"With about 4,600 new homes expected across Kellyville and Bella Vista, we're making sure growth is matched with high-quality open space and community infrastructure for local families."
Member for Riverstone, Warren Kirby said:
"We're building communities, not just housing. That means delivering transport-oriented development with the parks, infrastructure and public spaces families need.
"As Kellyville and Bella Vista grow, these parks will become a shared backyard, welcoming places to play, stay active, connect with nature and come together as a community."
