Georges River Council
Community and Culture Committee - 13 Apr 2026
The committee backed public exhibition of a new Disability Inclusion Action Plan, approved $7,500 sponsorship for the Autism Community Network Gala Dinner, and progressed funding for an indoor multisport stadium feasibility study.
Key decisions
- Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030 to go on public exhibition
The committee recommended endorsing the draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030 for public exhibition for at least 28 days, with a further report to come back after exhibition before final endorsement and submission to the NSW Department of Communities and Justice by 30 June 2026.
Residents, especially people with disability, carers and community groups, will have a chance to review and comment on the draft plan before it is finalised. - Council sponsorship approved for Autism Community Network Gala Dinner
The committee recommended approval of $7,500 in outgoing sponsorship for Council to become a Silver Sponsor of the Autism Community Network Gala Dinner on Friday 1 May 2026.
This commits council funding to support a community event connected to autism awareness and inclusion. - Indoor Multisport Stadium feasibility work progressed
The committee recommended noting the existing $120,000 allocation in the 2025/26 budget for an Indoor Multisport Stadium feasibility study, jointly funded with Basketball NSW, and endorsed Stage 1 Strategic Business Case with additional funding to be reallocated from existing operational projects.
This advances planning for a potential indoor sports facility that could affect future recreation infrastructure and budget priorities. - Quarterly Community Property Report noted
The committee recommended that Council receive and note the Quarterly Community Property Report for 1 January to 31 March 2026.
This relates to council oversight of community property and venue management, though no direct service change was specified in the minutes.
Important topics
- Public consultation on disability inclusion planning
The draft DIAP will be exhibited for at least 28 days and then reported back to Council with community feedback before final submission.
Residents will be able to provide input on council actions affecting accessibility and inclusion. - Sports infrastructure planning and budget reallocation
The Indoor Multisport Stadium project moved into a strategic business case stage, supported by existing funding and additional reallocated operational funding.
The project could shape future indoor sport options, facility planning and council spending.
Resident impacts
- A draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan will be released for public comment for at least 28 days.
- Council funding of $7,500 was recommended for sponsorship of the Autism Community Network Gala Dinner.
- Planning work for a possible Indoor Multisport Stadium will continue through a strategic business case.
- Council noted its quarterly update on community property and venues for January to March 2026.
Places affected
- Hurstville
Meeting held at the Georges River Civic Centre in Hurstville. - Georges River Civic Centre
Venue of the committee meeting.
Next steps
- Place the draft Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2026-2030 on public exhibition.
At least 28 days after endorsement - Prepare a further report to Council on feedback received from the DIAP exhibition before final endorsement.
After the exhibition period - Submit the final Disability Inclusion Action Plan to the NSW Department of Communities and Justice.
By 30 June 2026 - Proceed with Stage 1 Strategic Business Case for the Indoor Multisport Stadium feasibility study.
Following the committee recommendation in the 2025/26 financial year - Provide sponsorship for the Autism Community Network Gala Dinner.
Before the event on 1 May 2026
Extracted minutes text
MINUTES Community and Culture Committee Monday, 13 April 2026 Dragon Room Georges River Civic Centre Hurstville Georges River Council - Minutes of Community and Culture Committee Meeting - 13 April 2026 PRESENT COUNCIL MEMBERS The Mayor, Councillor Elise Borg, Councillor Kathryn Landsberry (Chair), Councillor Matthew Allison, Councillor Elaina Anzellotti, Councillor Tom Arthur, Councillor Oliver Dimoski, Councillor Thomas Gao, Councillor Gerard Hayes, Councillor Christina Jamieson, Councillor Nancy Liu, Councillor Peter Mahoney, Councillor Natalie Mort, Councillor Leon Pun, Deputy Mayor, Councillor Sam Stratikopoulos and Councillor Ben Wang. COUNCIL STAFF General Manager – David Tuxford, Di...