suburb · 17 meetings
Bondi Junction
Mentions
- Meeting venue and local government area
- Planning vision and master plan; memorial and entertainment precinct matters
- Location of the Oxford Street Mall market trial and the meeting venue.
- Location of the meeting and the Ebley Street planning agreement.
- Multiple Master Plan motions on exhibition timing, modelling, public land governance and consultation.
- Location of the Vision and Master Plan exhibition extension and related consultation.
Decisions
North Bondi shareboard program continued
Council resolved to continue the North Bondi community shareboard program, enter a new memorandum of understanding with its provider and authorise the General Manager or delegate to finalise it.
The community surfboard-sharing service will continue under a formalised operating arrangement.
Roscoe Street Mall Market operator selected
Council accepted Bondi Beach Community Markets Inc as preferred tenderer to operate the Roscoe Street Mall Market for $315,000 excluding GST.
The decision determines the market operator for the Bondi Beach site.
Bondi Junction master plan adopted
Adopted the amended Bondi Junction Vision and Master Plan, noting consultation outcomes and the need for further technical studies. A rescission motion is to be considered on 27 July 2026.
The plan could shape development and infrastructure planning in Bondi Junction.
Eora Park memorial approved
Approved the concept design for a memorial garden at Eora Park for victims and survivors of the 13 April 2024 Westfield Bondi Junction tragedy.
Provides a formal pathway for a permanent public memorial.
Stormwater resolution and resident communication
Committed to resolving the Penkivil Street and Bondi Road stormwater issue with relevant authorities and requested a progress report and resident communication plan.
Creates follow-up action on a long-standing local drainage problem.
Coastal walk accessibility commitment
Committed to the long-term goal of end-to-end accessibility on the Bondi to Bronte Coastal Walk.
Sets an accessibility objective for one of Waverley’s major public assets.
Oxford Street Mall market licence approved for 12-month trial
Council granted a licence to Blue Sky Events Pty Ltd to operate a market in Oxford Street Mall, Bondi Junction, under an amended operating model for a 12-month trial. The General Manager or delegate was authorised to finalise the paperwork.
Could change weekend/regular activity in Bondi Junction, affecting shoppers, traders, visitors and nearby residents.
Planning agreement approved for 96–104 Ebley Street, Bondi Junction
Council approved a planning agreement offering a total monetary contribution of $119,600 to be allocated to the Waverley Bike Strategy and draft Waverley Walking Strategy, and authorised the General Manager to execute it.
Brings developer funding into local walking and cycling projects and affects future development at the site.
Bondi Park Basketball Half Court concept design endorsed
Council endorsed Concept Design Option 1 for the Bondi Park Basketball Half Court and progressed it to detailed design and construction, with authority for non-significant design changes.
Advances a local recreation facility upgrade that will affect park users and nearby residents.
Blair Street and Wairoa Avenue intersection improvements approved
Council approved the refined design for intersection improvements at Blair Street and Wairoa Avenue, North Bondi, and authorised the Infrastructure Services executive manager to make design changes if needed.
Affects road safety, traffic flow and local access around the North Bondi intersection.
Bondi Junction Master Plan exhibition extended
Council extended the exhibition period for the Bondi Junction Master Plan to 10 July 2026 so 3D modelling and shadow diagrams can be produced and the community is properly informed.
Gives residents more time to review and respond to planning changes affecting Bondi Junction.
Bondi Junction public land governance report carried on casting vote
Council requested a report on public land valuation, governance and transparency for the Bondi Junction Vision and Master Plan. The motion was initially lost but then carried on the Chair’s casting vote.
Could influence future decisions about council-owned or public land, valuations and redevelopment negotiations in Bondi Junction.
Public exhibition extended for Bondi Junction Vision and Master Plan
Council extended the public exhibition of the draft Bondi Junction Vision and Master Plan to 9 July 2026.
Extends the period for residents, businesses and property owners to review and comment on planning changes affecting Bondi Junction.
Bondi Junction Vision and Master Plan to be publicly exhibited
Council resolved to publicly exhibit the draft Bondi Junction Vision and Master Plan for five weeks, hold public information sessions and a precinct briefing, place the draft in the Waverley Library foyer, and receive a follow-up report after exhibition.
Residents and businesses in Bondi Junction will be able to review the draft plan and give feedback on future development, streets and public spaces.
Bondi Road public domain and placemaking study approved
Council approved the scope, methodology, timeline and estimated cost of a Bondi Road Public Domain Improvement and Placemaking Study, with an external consultant to be appointed by end of July 2026 and a final report to follow the study.
This sets up planning work that may affect streetscape upgrades, traffic movement and public-space improvements on Bondi Road.
High impact events program endorsed for 2026-27
Council approved the program of major events for 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2027, including Bondi Festival, City2Surf, Festival of the Winds, Sculpture by the Sea and New Year’s Eve events.
Residents can expect event-related activity, closures, parking impacts and local economic benefits across the year.
Topics
Bondi Junction Vision and Master Plan
The Bondi Junction Vision and Master Plan was adopted after a tied vote. A rescission motion is scheduled for an extraordinary Council meeting on 27 July 2026, and an alternative motion to defer the plan was defeated.
The plan may influence development capacity, transport, public spaces and future planning controls in Bondi Junction.
Bondi Junction tragedy memorial
Council approved the Eora Park memorial garden concept for victims and survivors of the Westfield Bondi Junction tragedy.
This establishes the next stage for a permanent memorial in a prominent public park.
Penkivil Street stormwater drainage
Council committed to prioritising resolution of stormwater ponding at Penkivil Street and Bondi Road and to notify affected residents once works are confirmed.
Residents have experienced persistent nuisance from the drainage problem.
Coastal walk accessibility
Council committed to improving accessibility along the Bondi to Bronte Coastal Walk and incorporating the goal into the Coastal Parks Plan of Management.
People with disability, older residents and people with limited mobility currently cannot access all sections of the walk.
Flickerfest granted extra financial assistance
Council granted Flickerfest Pty Ltd an additional one-off $4,610 from the operational budget in response to the impact of the Bondi terror attack on the 2026 festival.
Small direct funding decision for a local cultural event.
Bondi Beach Cottage support motion passed
Council recognised Bondi Beach Cottage’s role and advocated for Federal and State funding to support its ongoing caseload management and resilience work following the 14 December 2025 tragedy.
Could affect community recovery services and future funding advocacy.
Housing Delivery Authority changes and Bondi Junction master planning
Council noted NSW planning changes to the Housing Delivery Authority and reaffirmed that the Bondi Junction Master Plan is the preferred strategic framework for housing and employment growth, while signalling a future State-assessed pathway after exhibition.
This is important for future density, development assessment and planning certainty in Bondi Junction.
Bondi Junction Vision and Master Plan public exhibition preparations
The draft plan was pushed forward with significant edits, including a proposed high line near Syd Einfeld Drive and Grafton Street, changes to civic buildings language, open space and plaza references, and additional gateway imagery.
May influence future building form, public spaces, pedestrian links and precinct character in Bondi Junction.
Rose Bay Secondary College access negotiations
The committee wants escalation to the Education Minister and further work on a joint use arrangement for public access to the school playing field.
Could affect local sporting access and availability of public open space in North Bondi/Rose Bay.
Six Ways Bondi Beach streetscape options
Council approved public exhibition of design options for the O’Brien Street, Hall Street and Glenayr Avenue intersection, including trees, garden beds, upgraded crossings and outdoor dining opportunities.
Residents and businesses can comment on possible safety and public domain changes in a busy Bondi Beach area.
Flower bike wands approved for two streets
Council approved installation of off-the-shelf flower tulip bicycle wands in Henrietta Street, Waverley and Spring Street, Bondi Junction, and continued support for a UNSW design project for recycled plastic native-design bike wands.
Cyclists and pedestrians may see safety and delineation changes on these streets.
Impact of the Bondi Beach terror attack
Council noted the significant impact of the attack on the Waverley local government area, including increased operational demands and disruption to community events and services.
Signals ongoing service and community impacts being considered in council budgeting and operations.