The precinct features activities and options for all ages and abilities:
> four full size rectangular fields and one junior size field
> two full size cricket / AFL ovals with synthetic wickets
> two netball courts
> four lane district-level cricket practice facilities
> children’s playspaces including water play and nature play areas
> youth zone with floodlit skate park, pump track - the first in Sydney’s west – and multi-sport courts
> outdoor fitness equipment for all ages
> off-leash floodlit dog park, with separate areas for small and large dogs
> pedestrian connections
> an amenities building equipped with a canteen, multi-purpose area, change rooms, storage space and accessible toilet facilities
> passive recreation, picnic and viewing areas, including barbeques, shelters and public art
> and car parking, including accessible spaces and coach drop-off/parking
Our design prioritises protecting and enhancing the site’s existing vegetation and ecological environments.
The presence of capping and landfill necessitated careful consideration to avoid potential adverse effects during construction and ongoing park usage. Through meticulous planning and design, our landscape architecture team developed a solution that respected the site’s environmental constraints while enhancing its ecological value. The existing vegetation and ecological environments were diligently protected and integrated into the overall design, achieving a harmonious balance between human activities and the preservation of natural habitats.
“The Gipps Street Recreation Precinct is a game-changer for all of Penrith, but particularly for those living on the eastern side of the Local Government Area from Claremont Meadows to Colyton,” Cr Carney said. “It’s going to be a hub that draws in the community and visitors for organised sports, an afternoon out with the kids, morning workouts, weekend gatherings, birthday celebrations, and everything in between.”
The 32-hectare precinct also features picnic areas, walking trails, and more than 500 car parking spaces.
NSW Deputy Premier and Minister for Western Sydney, Prue Car said it was fantastic to see this landmark destination on track to open before the school holidays. “This recreation precinct will be a hub of activity, bringing our community together like never before.”
