Council had been receiving feedback from the community regarding parking and traffic challenges around Timbrell Park, especially during sporting events.

To investigate this further, the City of Canada Bay engaged an independent consultant to undertake a Traffic, Parking and Pedestrian study. Site audits across the precinct were taken to observe travel behaviours, and data was collected on traffic volume, parking and pedestrian activity during weekdays and on the weekends. Data review of peak parking occupancies, duration, traffic, and pedestrian flow have identified challenges and opportunities listed in the study's recommendations.

The recommendations include:

• New pedestrian crossings to increase pedestrian safety and amenity
• Speed humps to manage vehicular speeds and increase safety for all road users
• Angled parking spaces along Henley Marine Drive to increase parking capacity for the community

View the Traffic, Parking and Pedestrian Study.

We asked for community feedback on these recommendations from 29 September - 12 November 2023. Take a look at the consultation report to see a summary of what we heard.

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View the Traffic, Parking and Pedestrian Study.

What is a road reserve?

The road reserve is the area ‘reserved’ for facilities such as roads, footpaths, and associated features that may be constructed for public travel. It is the total area between boundaries. This is the land that is referred to as the public road within the NSW Roads Act 1993.

Will the recommendations from the study reduce speeding in the area?

The recommendations of the traffic study include speed humps and raised pedestrian crossings – it is the intention of these traffic calming measures to increase safety in the area by managing vehicular speed.

Will the parking spaces be timed or paid?

At this stage there will be no restrictions on the parking.

Is Council prioritising cars instead of active transport

Council has considered the needs of a variety of user groups through the Masterplan, Plan of Management and the Traffic, Pedestrian and Parking Study, and always endeavours to provide a balanced outcome for the community.

It is recognised that the playing fields at Timbrell Park have drainage issues and struggle to maintain consistently good condition. Consistent with Council’s recently adopted Open Space and Recreation Strategy, opportunities to improve the condition and increase the capacity of the playing fields will be investigated as part of the planning process.

In October/November 2023 we conducted site investigation works and surveyed the playing fields to help inform the early planning of the playing field upgrades. We also asked the community for any suggestions or comments for Council to consider when developing concept plans for the proposed works.

Take a look at the consultation report to see a summary of what we heard.

Patricia Allado - Project Manager

9911 6555

council@canadabay.nsw.gov.au

The City of Canada Bay has been proudly involved with the Touched by Olivia Foundation since its launch in 2007 and our community was the first in Australia to have an all-abilities and inclusive play space at Livvi’s Place in Timbrell Park, Five Dock.

Council is now supporting the next step of their mission to create a more liveable, connected, and ultimately inclusive community with The Living Room: a community space in Timbrell Park where everyone is welcome.

The vision is to expand the social enterprise, Livvi’s Café, to support more people living with a disability or experiencing employment challenges to undergo paid internships and build practical skills in the service industry. The Livving Room will also comprise a multi-functional venue that the community can visit, hire, and enjoy year-round. Livvi’s Café’s current footprint is 30 square metres, and the footprint will grow to a larger size, dependent on the proposed uses we will explore during the design period.

We are funding the design development for this project so that we can engage our community and help to bring the best outcomes for the project and the park. Following the development and approval of a detailed design, Touched by Olivia will then lead a fundraising campaign to support the capital cost of the project.

Input from local residents, park users, community service operators, and the wider community is important and will help create a place that reflects the community’s vision and aspirations.

View the concept design for The LIVVIng Room.

Jason Grenade - Manager, Building Asset Services

9911 6555

council@canadabay.nsw.gov.au