National Park Plan of Management

Under the Local Government Act (1993) a Plan of Management is required for community land. Due to the size and use of National Park, this site has its own Plan of Management.  

The current National Park Plan of Management was adopted in 2012, however the Plan requires updating to reflect improvements since that time and guide future directions for the park's management, development and use. 

All areas of the site including the recently developed greenspace and basketball courts located near the north-western corner of National Park, along with the athletics track, netball courts, six sports fields including No. 1 and No. 2 Sportsgrounds, netball courts and playground are included in the scope of the plan.  

Throughout the development of the Plan of Management, City of Newcastle will seek community feedback to ensure it meets the needs of the community.  
 
Phase 1 Engagement took place between 17 November and 7 December 2020. City of Newcastle invited community input into the process via survey, mapping tool and community drop-in sessions. Two key stakeholder workshops (invitation only) were held during this time to allow for targeted feedback. An engagement report has been prepared which summarises the issues raised by the community and key stakeholders, which can be viewed here.
 
Phase 2 Engagement will see the draft National Park Plan of Management placed on public exhibition for a period of 28 days, during which the community will be invited to provide input.  

There are many aspects of the National Park Plan of Management requiring futher consideration and investigation, including the north western corner and future of Wal Young House, the impact of works on Nos. 5 and 6 Sportsgrounds associated with the works at No. 1 Sportsground, stormwater and drainage issues, parking, cycling and amenity matters.

We hope to provide a further update in 2023 in regards to an updated timeframe for public exhibition.