Council is making improvements to parks across Cumberland City!
August 2023:
Upgrades are now complete, and all the parks are now open.
June 2023:
Construction is nearly finished on most projects, and we're excited to announce that the upgraded playspaces will open from early July 2023. However, before we remove the temporary fencing, we must complete testing and certification of the rubber softfall and play equipment to ensure safety.
Park Name | Anticipated Opening |
Bennalong Park, Granville | July 2023 |
Chisholm Park, Auburn | July 2023 |
Fraser Park, Auburn | July - August 2023 |
Grandin Park, Auburn | August 2023 |
Hassall Street Park, Westmead | July 2023 |
Karabi Reserve, Merrylands | July - August 2023 |
Morris Street Park, Merrylands | July 2023 |
February 2023 update:
Designs Published
Playground designs have been finalised based on consideration of community feedback received during the engagement period. Artist impressions of the playgrounds are available in the gallery. Please note these are impression only and subject to change.
Construction Schedule
The construction schedule for this project has now been released, subject to weather conditions. View the schedule below:
Park Name | Construction Commences | Construction Ends (subject to weather) |
Bennalong Park, Granville |
Early April 2023 | May 2023 |
Chisholm Park, Auburn |
Late April 2023 |
Late May 2023 |
Fraser Park, Auburn |
Mid-May 2023 | Late June 2023 |
Grandin Park, Auburn |
Mid-April 2023 | Mid-May 2023 |
Hassall Street Park, Westmead |
Late April 2023 | Late May 2023 |
Karabi Reserve, Merrylands |
Mid-April 2023 | Early May 2023 |
Morris Street Park, Merrylands |
April 2023 | May 2023 |
September 2022 update:
Submissions have now closed for Cumberland Parks Survey and are now being reviewed. Thank you to everyone who submitted feedback.
August 2022 consultation:
Cumberland has over 400 parks and reserves, providing a vast network of public open spaces for the community of Cumberland. Every year, Council conducts park improvement projects through various programs to meet the growing needs of our community.
Council is currently seeking feedback on the proposed designs for upgrades to these seven existing parks:
- Bennalong Park, Granville
- Chisholm Park, Auburn
- Fraser Park, Auburn
- Grandin Park, Lidcombe
- Hassall Street Park, Westmead
- Karabi Reserve, Merrylands
- Morris Street Park, Merrylands
During this community consultation period, residents are encouraged to complete the survey and submit their comments on the proposed options. The consultation period runs until Friday 16 September 2022.
To Make A Submission on the Proposal:
Submissions concerning the above proposal are to be made by Friday 16 September 2022.
There are three ways you can lodge a submission:
- Complete an online submission below.
- Email it to Council@cumberland.nsw.gov.au
- Post it to The General Manager, Cumberland City Council, PO Box 42, Merrylands NSW 2160.
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