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Callan Park Foreshore Draft Plan Opens For Public Feedback

Key proposals rely on new laws to permit limited commercial use.

Overview

  • Greater Sydney Parklands released a draft foreshore master plan for Sydney’s Callan Park and invited public comment.
  • The plan explores adapting the heritage Cane Room into a cafe, which would require parliament to relax current not‑for‑profit rules on park uses.
  • Foreshore works target the busy Bay Run with separate lanes for walkers and riders, smoother surfaces, more shade, and a new tidal swimming spot reported to be moving toward construction.
  • The draft prioritises restoring native bushland and protecting First Nations archaeology on the Parramatta River foreshore under guidance from custodians.
  • The plan proposes removing nine derelict buildings to create 1.6 hectares of new open space and outlines a community sports facility in a former repatriation ward.