Sydney’s historic Callan Park waterfront set for $14 million makeover

January 21, 2021

Parks / Recreation / Tourism /

A continuous green link connecting the Sydney Harbour foreshore is a step closer, with the historic Callan Park area of open space set for a $14 million makeover under the new management of the Greater Sydney Parklands.

The new plans, which will see the removal of two dilapidated buildings, will result in a missing link in the Bay Run fully pedestrianised and upgraded along with the addition of new picnic areas, accessible amenities and the protection of Indigenous cultural heritage.

Advising that the major works represent a significant milestone for the new public parkland authority, NSW Minister for Planning and Public Spaces, Rob Stokes stated “Greater Sydney Parklands is the first body to have a Metropolitan-wide focus on the city’s green spaces, and these plans for Callan Park are the first step in our vision to connect Sydney’s stunning harbour foreshore with public parks and green links.

“These works will see a tricky section of the Bay Run fixed, meaning pedestrians and cyclists will no longer have to weave around motorists looking for parking in a space that will make better use of its prime position on the foreshore.

“We’re enhancing the best of Callan Park’s heritage while maximising public space to make this one of the true jewels in Sydney’s crown.

“I’d like to thank and acknowledge the Member for Balmain Jamie Parker, who has been a tireless advocate of Callan Park for more than 20 years.”

A development application for the first stage of improvements at the waterfront will be lodged in early March with work on site expected to begin later this year. The improvements will complement the $2 million upgrade to Waterfront Sports Ground undertaken by Inner West Council in 2019.

Greater Sydney Parklands will begin engagement on a Companion Animal Management Plan over the coming months to balance the needs of dog owners and other park users.

Images: Plans for Callan Parks' waterfrong green (top), one of its heritage structures (middle) and part of its current foreshore (below).

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