Rozelle Parklands open to the public
Rozelle Parklands has today opened to the public, with around 1500 local community members celebrating the unveiling of the Inner West’s big new backyard in time for Christmas and the summer school holidays.
The almost 10 hectares of new open green space boasts a variety of recreational areas and facilities, including two large grass sports fields, a network of shared pathways for bike riders and pedestrians, wetlands with a boardwalk, playgrounds, fitness equipment and a barbeque area.
“We are delighted to open Rozelle Parklands today for the community to enjoy,” said Transport for NSW Acting Secretary Howard Collins.
“There are so many different elements to this new open green space, so whether people want to be active or relax with family and friends, there is something for everyone.
“It’s exciting that we can deliver almost 10 hectares of beautiful parklands before Christmas and as the school holidays start, and it was great that many from the local community could help celebrate the opening of Rozelle Parklands today.”
Completion of the project caps a major transformation, with the parklands built on the site of the former disused Rozelle Railyards, which closed in 1980.
Over 3000 trees were planted in the parklands, creating a new green hub right on the doorstep of the Sydney CBD. There are also bush trails, landscaped gardens and recognition of the local Aboriginal heritage with a Corroboree circle and Yarning circle.
Rozelle Parklands includes approximately 14 kilometres of new and improved cycling and walking paths, providing connections to surrounding active transport routes and public transport. The key pathway links are to the Anzac Bridge, Victoria Road, Rozelle Bay Light Rail Station, Annandale, Glebe and future The Bays Metro Station and precinct.
Further work to enhance Rozelle Parklands will continue in 2024 with the delivery of lighting for the sports fields, multi-purpose courts for netball and basketball, and additional amenities like changing rooms for organised sports.
Inner West Council will lead the delivery of a revised masterplan for Rozelle Parklands, in consultation with the local community, which will shape potential future improvements.