Park Upgrades

Council is replacing 7 playgrounds under the 2025/26 playground replacement program. Please select the links below to find out more about each playground project.

• Rapanea Community Forest
• Williams Reserve
• Elizabeth Macarthur Park
• Palestine Park
• Hughes Avenue Reserve
• Willmot Reserve
• Marri Badoo Reserve

Council is replacing 4 playgrounds under the 2024/25 playground replacement program. Please select the links below to find out more about each playground project.

• Mobbs Lane Reserve
• W R Musto
• Shannons Paddock
• Kim Rutherford Reserve

The Oliver Horse Trough was damaged by a falling tree. Council is investigating works for restoration which will take some time to manage due to heritage requirements. Until these works are completed and for your safety, please ensure you stay outside of the fenced area within the reserve.

Council will soon be commencing demolition of the Boronia Park shed located near Kent Street, Epping, to be replaced with a material storage bin compound and associated landscaping. Work is scheduled to start during the week commencing 10 November 2025 and will take approximately 6 weeks to complete.

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Burlington Memorial Park and Hospital Farm Reserve are much-loved green spaces in Northmead which are set to undergo community-focused improvements thanks to a $100,000 funding contribution from Sydney Water. City of Parramatta Council is now looking at ways to enhance these areas.

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A portion of the reserve closest to the cliff face at Charles Herbert Reserve remains closed to the public. After years of exposure, this sandstone face has begun to destabilise and there is a risk of parts of this cliff face falling onto the reserve below. The fence serves to restrict access to the impact zone of any falling debris here in the interest of public safety.

Council engaged a Geotechnical Engineer who has provided advice and a scope of works to stabilise this cliff face. A proposed budget was also put forward for the 25-26 FY to deliver this work which has been approved. Once a firm timeframe is available, we will update the information on this page, however we anticipate works to be completed well within the 2025-26 Financial Year (July 2025-June 2026) circumstances permitting.

Until these works are completed for your safety, please ensure you stay outside of the fenced area within the reserve.

Council would like to formally investigate the community's needs and preferences regarding the reclamation of the cul-de-sac portion of Eleanor Street, Rosehill (east of Penelope Lucas Lane).

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Funded through NSW Government's Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants Program, the playspace at Kilpack Park is being upgraded. Construction is due to begin in July 2025 with an anticipated finish in November 2025.

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Council is upgrading Newington Reserve to improve facilities for the local community. The project includes a new amenities building with accessible toilets, change rooms, a kiosk, and storage, as well as upgrades to pathways and landscaping. These improvements aim to support local sports clubs, improve accessibility, and create a safer, more welcoming space for everyone.

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Stage 1 works at James Ruse Reserve, including installation of a new water tank (for sports field irrigation), installation of underground utilities including sewer, water, and electrical connections, are complete.

As part of Stage 2 works, Council is finalising plans for a permanent public toilet with change-room facility which will service the existing skate park, playground and water play park.

It is expected that construction of the proposed toilet and change-room facility will commence in late-2025 and be completed by mid-2026.

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Construction has now started at Somerville Park. The park upgrade works will include a new multipurpose court, an all-ages playground, outdoor fitness stations, upgraded sports field lighting, realigned sports fields, a new circuit path with improved connections, and bush regeneration works in the Terrys Creek corridor.

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Council is seeking the community’s feedback on a proposal for the development of a new playground at Sophia Crescent Reserve, North Rocks.

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Council is delivering a masterplan to revitalise Sue Savage Reserve and Reynolds Park in Toongabbie. The vision includes a new skate park, BMX pump track, fitness equipment, accessible amenities, extra parking, upgraded drainage, and improved landscaping. Designed in consultation with the local community, these upgrades will create a welcoming, multi-generational space for recreation and relaxation.

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Council is making significant improvements to our water playgrounds to ensure they’re ready for summer—safe, fun, and sustainable for years to come.

The key upgrade features an advanced chemical dosing system combined with state-of-the-art UV light treatment technology. These enhancements deliver water quality of the highest standard, creating more durable and reliable facilities for our community. This same level of treatment is used by leading attractions such as Sea World and Dreamworld, ensuring compliance with health regulations while significantly reducing chemical use.

The upgraded dosing system includes a combined chlorine shut-off—an automated safety interlock that halts chlorine dosing whenever combined chlorine levels exceed NSW Health thresholds. This prevents chloramine buildup, reduces corrosion risk, and keeps water quality fully compliant. Learn more about NSW Health's regulations in the link below.

Council remains committed to providing exceptional recreational experiences and high-quality facilities. We’re proud to offer free water playgrounds where families can play, cool off, and enjoy summer.

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