Assets and Infrastructure Committee - 9 Nov 2026

Topics

• Georges River committee recommends $3.374 million more for Lime Kiln Bay wetlands reconstruction
  A major additional capital allocation is proposed after the project's construction cost estimate rose.
  The funding decision affects Council reserves, wetlands restoration and the handling of contamination-related costs.
• St Georges Road selected as preferred site for consolidated neighbourhood playspace
  Community feedback has shifted the playspace project towards St Georges Road, with design funding rephased across two financial years.
  The project could change recreation facilities, parking, traffic and access at St Georges Road and the future use of Forest Road.
• Earlier litter collection trial could bring pre-dawn vehicle operations to six road corridors
  Council proposes moving public-place litter collection start times earlier in a six-month trial.
  Residents and businesses may experience operational noise earlier in the morning and will be invited to provide feedback.

Decisions

• Lime Kiln Bay wetlands funding increase
  Council was asked to approve an additional $3.374 million from the Asset Management Reserve for reconstruction of the Lime Kiln Bay Constructed Wetlands system, following a revised construction cost estimate.
  The decision addresses a major environmental infrastructure cost increase and will fund reconstruction works at Lime Kiln Bay.
• St Georges Road neighbourhood playspace progression
  The committee recommended progressing site investigations and concept design for a consolidated neighbourhood playspace at St Georges Road, including parking, traffic and access assessments. The capital budget would be rephased to $50,000 in FY2026/27 and $750,000 in FY2027/28.
  Residents will have further opportunities to comment on the design, while the St Georges Road and Forest Road play areas are considered as an integrated recreational network.
• Forest Road playspace protection and consultation
  The Forest Road playspace is to remain open, accessible and operational during planning, design and construction of the proposed St Georges Road playspace. Further consultation on both sites is to occur before detailed design begins.
  Existing access to Forest Road facilities is intended to continue during the project, with additional community input planned.
• Lime Kiln Bay contamination questions referred for response
  Questions about whether Sydney Water could contribute to contamination-related costs and whether Council can identify the source of chemical contaminants were taken on notice for response at the November Council Meeting.
  The responses may clarify responsibility, funding options and the investigation of contamination affecting the wetlands project.
• White Ibis management procedure endorsed
  The committee recommended including the White Ibis Management Procedure within Council's Tree Management Policy framework. The procedure is intended to provide a consistent, evidence-based response to ibis nesting while balancing amenity, environmental and legislative requirements.
  The policy may affect how Council responds to ibis nesting and related amenity concerns in affected areas.
• Vehicle Activated Signs approved for local deployment
  Council was asked to purchase four portable Vehicle Activated Signs for use across the Georges River local government area. A rolling deployment program will prioritise locations using traffic data, speeding concerns, road safety issues, community requests and operational requirements, funded from the 2026/27 Transport for NSW Traffic Facilities Block Grant.
  The signs may be deployed in areas experiencing speeding or other road-safety concerns.
• Six-month changes to public-place litter collection times
  A six-month trial was approved for earlier litter collection vehicle start times on specified roads in Sans Souci, Ramsgate, Hurstville, South Hurstville and Penshurst. Residents must be notified before the trial and given ways to provide feedback.
  Some residents may experience collection vehicles operating from 3:30am, 4am or 5am instead of later morning start times.
• Raised pedestrian crossing proposed for Mulga Road
  Council received the proposal for a raised pedestrian crossing on Mulga Road, Oatley. Consultation with adjoining residents and bus operators is required; subject to no substantial objections, the crossing and associated signage, line marking, kerb blisters and pedestrian fencing may proceed.
  The proposal could improve pedestrian safety but may affect traffic, buses, parking and access on Mulga Road.
• Environmental restoration works noted
  The committee noted restoration, revegetation, erosion control, access restrictions, CCTV, compliance monitoring, community education and Bushcare activities at Oatley Park, Kyle Williams Reserve and Poulton Park. Ongoing works will continue through Council's operational programs.
  The measures respond to environmental damage and may affect access, monitoring and community use of these parks.

Discussion

• Capital cost pressure at Lime Kiln Bay
  The revised construction estimate requires a $3.374 million additional allocation from the Asset Management Reserve.
  Residents may be affected by the scale and timing of wetlands reconstruction and by future explanations of project funding and contamination responsibility.
• Community-led playspace location
  Consultation identified the St Georges Road playspace as the preferred site for a consolidated neighbourhood playspace, with Forest Road to be considered concurrently for future repurposing.
  The project will shape local recreation facilities, access arrangements and the future role of two existing playspaces.
• Targeted speeding response
  Four portable Vehicle Activated Signs will be purchased and deployed through a rolling, evidence-based program.
  The signs may be moved between locations in response to speeding data, safety concerns and resident requests.
• Earlier litter-service operations
  A six-month trial will bring forward collection vehicle start times on six identified road corridors.
  Residents and businesses along the affected roads may notice earlier operational noise and have a formal feedback opportunity.
• White Ibis policy response
  Council is establishing a consistent procedure for managing ibis nesting within its Tree Management Policy framework.
  The approach is intended to balance nuisance concerns, habitat protection and legal obligations.

Impacts

• Earlier public-place litter collection vehicle start times will be trialled for six months on specified roads, with resident notification and feedback arrangements required.
• The proposed St Georges Road playspace will proceed to site investigations and concept design, including assessment of parking, traffic and access.
• The Forest Road playspace is intended to remain open during planning, design and construction of the proposed St Georges Road facility.
• A raised pedestrian crossing may be installed on Mulga Road, Oatley after consultation with residents and bus operators and subject to no substantial objections.
• Four portable Vehicle Activated Signs will be deployed across the Georges River local government area based on safety and speeding priorities.
• Environmental restoration and protective measures will continue at Oatley Park, Kyle Williams Reserve and Poulton Park.
• Responses on possible Sydney Water funding and the source of Lime Kiln Bay contamination are due at the November Council Meeting.

Places

• Lime Kiln Bay (wetlands/project area)
  Site of the Constructed Wetlands Reconstruction project and associated budget increase.
• St Georges Road (playspace/location)
  Preferred location for the proposed consolidated neighbourhood playspace.
• Forest Road (playspace/location)
  Existing playspace to remain operational while the St Georges Road project is planned and delivered.
• Mulga Road, Oatley (road)
  Location of the proposed raised pedestrian crossing.
• Rocky Point Road, Sans Souci (road)
  Six-month litter collection time trial location.
• Ramsgate Road, Ramsgate (road)
  Six-month litter collection time trial location.
• Greenbank Street and Ormonde Parade, Hurstville (roads)
  Six-month litter collection time trial locations.
• Connells Point Road, South Hurstville and The Strand, Penshurst (roads)
  Six-month litter collection time trial locations.

Next

• Notify affected residents and commence the six-month trial of earlier litter collection vehicle start times.
  Before and during the six-month trial; exact commencement date not stated.
• Undertake site investigations and concept design for the proposed St Georges Road playspace, including parking, traffic and access assessments.
  FY2026/27, with $50,000 rephased for this work.
• Prepare concept plans for the future repurposing of the Forest Road site and consult on concept designs for both playspaces.
  During the planning and design phase, before detailed design begins.
• Consult adjoining residents and bus operators about the proposed Mulga Road raised pedestrian crossing.
  Before installation; exact timing not stated.
• Purchase and deploy four portable Vehicle Activated Signs through a prioritised rolling program.
  FY2026/27, funded through the Transport for NSW Traffic Facilities Block Grant.
• Respond to questions about Sydney Water contribution and the source of Lime Kiln Bay contamination.
  November 2026 Council Meeting.
• Continue environmental restoration, monitoring, access controls and Bushcare activities at Oatley Park, Kyle Williams Reserve and Poulton Park.
  Through ongoing operational programs.

Extract

MINUTES Assets and Infrastructure Committee Monday, 09 November 2026 Dragon Room Georges River Civic Centre Hurstville Georges River Council - Minutes of Assets and Infrastructure Committee Meeting - 9 November 2026 PRESENT COUNCIL MEMBERS The Mayor, Councillor Elise Borg, Councillor Natalie Mort (Chair), Councillor Matthew Allison, Councillor Elaina Anzellotti, Councillor Tom Arthur, Deputy Mayor, Councillor Oliver Dimoski, Councillor Thomas Gao, Councillor Gerard Hayes, Councillor Christina Jamieson, Councillor Kathryn Landsberry, Councillor Nancy Liu, Councillor Peter Mahoney, Councillor Leon Pun, Councillor Sam Stratikopoulos, and Councillor Ben Wang. COUNCIL STAFF General Manager – Dav...