Ordinary Council - 26 May 2026

Topics

• Council backs Randwick Junction planning overhaul
  Council adopted the revised Randwick Junction planning proposal after exhibition, paving the way for LEP changes.
  This could reshape development, transport links and public space outcomes in a major town centre.
• Six local organisations win solar and battery funding
  Council committed partial funding to help six community and sporting organisations install solar panels and batteries.
  The grants support energy bills savings and greener upgrades at well-known local facilities.
• Coogee Winter Night approved with alcohol zone suspension
  Council signed off on a one-off Coogee street event and temporarily relaxed alcohol restrictions inside the event area.
  Residents and businesses in Coogee will see a night-time activation, with temporary impacts on public space management.

Decisions

• Feasibility of a Netball World Cup 2027 Live Site
  Council noted Sydney will host the Netball World Cup in 2027 and asked officers to investigate whether Randwick could host an official Live Site, including partnership options with Netball Australia, Netball NSW and Randwick Netball Association.
  Could bring a major public event and visitor activity to Randwick, with possible local sponsorship and activation opportunities.
• Solar my Suburb funding for six community organisations
  Council endorsed partial funding for solar panels and batteries for Westpac Lifesaver Helicopter Base, Surf Life Saving Sydney Branch Office, McIver’s Ladies Baths, Clovelly Bowling Club, The Juniors at Malabar and The Juniors at Maroubra, subject to the organisations meeting remaining costs and acknowledging Council support.
  Supports lower-emission upgrades at prominent community and sporting sites across the LGA.
• Randwick Junction planning proposal adopted for finalisation
  Council adopted the revised Randwick Junction Planning Proposal after exhibition, authorised LEP amendment drafting, referred mapping work to the planning department, and reaffirmed the Margaret Martin Library as a key civic and community feature in future planning.
  Affects future development, streetscape changes and public realm outcomes in Randwick Junction.
• Resilient Randwick Strategy 2026-36 adopted
  Council adopted the updated resilience strategy and synthesis report, with annual progress reporting required, and added 'toxic chemical leak' to the list of shocks and stresses.
  Sets Council’s long-term resilience priorities and emergency preparedness focus for residents and businesses.
• Naming policy prioritises Aboriginal, women’s and multicultural names
  Council endorsed the Naming of Randwick’s Roads, Reserves and Facilities Policy and resolved to give priority to Aboriginal names and names recognising women and First Nations and multicultural community members.
  Influences how local roads, reserves and facilities may be named in future.
• Shared e-bike parking treatments endorsed
  Council approved prefabricated concrete planter 'bookends' and a standard parking stencil for designated shared e-bike parking locations, with final sites to follow community consultation.
  Aims to improve bike parking management and streetscape amenity in busy areas such as Coogee.
• Community halls and venues fees update and off-peak trial
  Council noted proposed 2026/27 fees and charges, endorsed a new simplified venue classification system, and approved a 12-month off-peak hire fee trial for all venues except Level A venues.
  May improve access and affordability for community groups using halls and venues.
• Coogee Winter Night event approved
  Council endorsed a one-off Coogee Winter Night event on Coogee Bay Road and approved a temporary suspension of Alcohol Free Zone restrictions within the event footprint.
  Creates a new local event but also temporarily changes alcohol restrictions and traffic/public-space use in Coogee.
• Heritage investigation for 11A Dudley Street, Randwick
  Council resolved to urgently investigate the heritage significance of 11A Dudley Street, including a heritage assessment and possible Interim Heritage Order if needed.
  Could affect what owners and neighbours can do with the property while heritage issues are assessed.

Discussion

• Financial assistance and donations
  Council approved small-scale donations and ticket purchases linked to fundraising events, and waived a road closure application fee for Clovelly Childcare Centre’s Annual Green Fair.
  Direct support for local charities and community events, with minor budget impacts.
• Bayside and local sports/community facilities
  The meeting included multiple decisions touching on community infrastructure and activity hubs, including Heffron Park-related netball support, McIver’s Ladies Baths, Clovelly Bowling Club, and the Westpac Lifesaver Helicopter Base.
  Impacts access to upgraded facilities and community activity spaces across the LGA.
• Bali memorial and local place-based upgrades
  Council agreed to investigate a refurbishment plan for the Malabar Beach Bali memorial, including paving, lighting, landscaping and plaque cleaning.
  Affects a community memorial site used for reflection and remembrance.
• Cycling safety and infrastructure advocacy
  Council resolved to investigate clearer signage and markings on bike lanes and to lobby the NSW Government for more funding for separated cycleways in Randwick.
  Could improve cycling safety and transport options if implemented or funded.
• La Perouse Museum planning and collections
  Council endorsed the draft La Perouse Museum Strategic Plan for exhibition and approved an updated collection policy.
  Shapes future museum operations and visitor experience at La Perouse.
• Broadarrow Reserve overflow parking motion defeated
  A motion to open Broadarrow Reserve for free overflow Nippers parking on Sunday mornings was lost.
  Parking arrangements for surf life saving families at Maroubra Beach remain unchanged.

Impacts

• Potential new large-scale public event planning for the Netball World Cup in 2027.
• Solar and battery upgrades at several local community and sporting sites.
• Changes to future planning controls and development outcomes around Randwick Junction.
• New local resilience and emergency preparedness priorities.
• Updated naming policy may influence future place names.
• Improved shared e-bike parking management in designated areas.
• Possible future changes to venue hire costs and access for community groups.
• Temporary alcohol zone suspension and event activity on Coogee Bay Road for Coogee Winter Night.
• Possible heritage protection measures for 11A Dudley Street, Randwick.

Places

• Randwick Junction (town centre / planning area)
  Subject to an adopted revised planning proposal and associated LEP changes.
• Heffron Park (park / sports hub)
  Referenced as a major netball hub and potential location context for a 2027 Live Site.
• Coogee (suburb)
  Affected by shared e-bike parking design and the Coogee Winter Night event.
• Coogee Bay Road (road)
  Event footprint for Coogee Winter Night and temporary alcohol zone suspension.
• Maroubra Beach (beach area)
  Referenced in relation to Nippers parking and nearby surf club activity.
• Malabar (suburb)
  Includes the Bali memorial and solar funding recipients such as The Juniors at Malabar.
• La Perouse (suburb)
  Location of La Perouse Museum and related strategic planning.
• Randwick (suburb)
  Includes 11A Dudley Street heritage investigation and broader council planning matters.

Next

• Officers to investigate feasibility of hosting an official Netball World Cup 2027 Live Site.
  Report back to Council after investigation
• Supported community organisations to progress solar and battery projects and fund remaining costs.
  During project delivery, subject to grant conditions
• Prepare drafting instructions and mapping changes for the Randwick Junction LEP amendments.
  Before finalisation under the EP&A process
• Bring annual progress reports on the Resilient Randwick Strategy 2026-36 to Council.
  Annually
• Implement designated shared e-bike parking design and confirm final locations after consultation.
  Before commencement of works
• Carry out public exhibition of the Draft La Perouse Museum Strategic Plan 2026–2029 and return the final plan to Council.
  After public exhibition
• Investigate heritage significance of 11A Dudley Street and report findings, including whether an Interim Heritage Order is needed.
  Urgently
• Investigate refurbishment options for the Malabar Beach Bali memorial and return a report.
  Future report
• Investigate safer cycling signage and lobby NSW Government for more cycleway funding.
  Following Council resolution

Extract

This is of the Minutes of the Ordinary Council meeting held on 26 May 2026 MINUTES OF ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY, 26 MAY 2026 AT 7PM Present: The Mayor, Councillor D Parker (Central Ward) Central Ward - Councillors D Gordon & D Rosenfeld East Ward - Councillors M Asgari, C Martin & M Wilson North Ward - Councillors C Hamilton, A Magner & C Willington (Deputy Mayor) South Ward - Councillors B Burst, N D’Souza & D Said West Ward - Councillors A Hay, A Luxford & P Veitch Officers Present: General Manager Mr R Brownlee Acting Director City Planning Ms S Agagiotis Director City Services Mr T Clarke Director Community & Culture Ms K Anderson Director Corporate Services Mr J Frangopl...