Blackman Park Masterplan Adopted February 2025

Blackman Park Masterplan Update Lane Cove West February 2025

In spirit of reconciliation, Lane Cove Council Acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land, the Cameraygal people.

We pay our respects to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.

Community Consultation

Consultation results following the exhibition of the Draft Masterplan Update

64.7% survey respondents were a member of a sports group that currently use the park

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Prefer existing fitness equipment upgraded rather than replaced with another activity

Would like to see a portion of the bicycle circuit to have some pump track elements

Community Feedback

Masterplan Response

Overall support by the community and sports groups

The proposed Multi-purpose Clubhouse will remain in the Masterplan Update

Some people wish to retain this area for its current uses, for example, Scouts, rugby events, dog walking and open space.

It is proposed that this green space will remain as is to accommodate existing activities and to retain open space.

Ninja Warrior Course and Pickleball Court

There is community support for both activities with around half preferring Ninja Warrior and Pickleball. However, there was no substantial preference for one activity to this location.

One Pickleball court at this location is an insufficient use of space.

While a Ninja Warrior Course or one Pickleball court would fit in this location, this space is already utilised with other activity.

The Masterplan Update will not include these activities due to no suitable locations in this park. These activities will be considered elsewhere in the LGA.

Existing facilities and activities

Existing facilities, such as the outdoor gym stations, playground, dog areas and car park need to be looked after.

Council has a maintenance program in place for Blackman Park. It will be noted in the Masterplan that the monitoring and maintenance of these mentioned facilities will be prioritised over the introduction of new activities. The Masterplan will include the upgrade of the outdoor gym equipment and playground.

Existing bushland

Retain and protect the existing bushland near Blackman Park

The Updated Masterplan will make no changes which impede into the surrounding bushland. While not addressed in the Masterplan, sustainability measures, such as light spill and drainage will be addressed at the design stage of any new element and upgrades.

Proposed Multi-purpose Clubhouse New activity to the green space next to the East Amenities building

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Agreed to the proposed Multi-purpose Clubhouse

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Blackman Park Masterplan Update Works Completed Since the 2013 Masterplan and Additional Works Proposed

Legend Masterplan extent Works completed as part of the 2013 Blackman Park Masterplan

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Multi-purpose Clubhouse

A shared facility for sporting organisations and community events LLOYD REES DR

Crawford architects were engaged by AFL NSW to develop a concept for a clubhouse to support the high quality fields within Blackman Park. The fields have high usage for multiple sports, and a facility of this kind will help to enhance the user experience for the growing number athletes within our community. There has been a significant increase in women’s sports participation at grassroots level, and a new facility such as this can help support the growing diversity in sport within the Lane Cove area.

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Playground Upgrade

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The existing play space is nearing the end of its lifespan, but can be transformed into a more engaging and enjoyable play and stay experience.

Playground equipment will be upgraded to provide a broader range of play types and respond to community feedback received.

The existing children's bike loop, will be reconfigured and resurfaced with new elements incorporated, such as learn-to-ride signage and pump track elements; to increase interest and offer more diverse recreational options.

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Exercise Area Upgrade The current fitness equipment will be reaching the end of its useful lifespan and will be upgraded to improve safety and accessibility. The existing seniors exercise area and subsequently the exercise area at Lloyd Rees Drive, will be prioritised for works in the short term. Areas upgraded will be resurfaced, with new landscaping and equipment as required.

A significant portion of the existing play equipment is nearing the end of its lifespan and requires replacement. Through sensible design, new equipment and paths can be configured to improve the overall play experience.

Existing playground and children's bike loop

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Location plan of the proposed playground and exercise area upgrades

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Existing infant playground Area consolidated and upgraded equipment

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Existing bike circuit Circuit to be reconfigured and resurfaced

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Existing shelters Retained and refurbished

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Existing older children playground Reconfigured and upgraded equipment

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Existing seniors exercise area Resurfaced and upgraded equipment

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Existing dog park Retained and maintained

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Existing exercise area Landscaping, resurfaced and new equipment

Precedent - Biddy Giles Park has a consolidated play area separated from a shared path (Lark industries)

Precedent - Barrambin Urban Pump Track - track elements to expand riding skills and fun (Brisbane City Council)

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