planning project · 6 meetings
Bondi Junction Vision and Master Plan
Context
- Tracked aliases include Bondi Junction Vision and Master Plan.
Mentions
- Council’s framework for coordinated growth and a 3,000-dwelling target in Bondi Junction.
- Major adopted planning document for Bondi Junction, subject to a rescission motion.
- Main planning document whose exhibition period was extended.
- Major strategic planning document to be publicly exhibited.
- Major planning document deferred for public exhibition.
- Planning document whose adoption was challenged by the rescission motion.
Decisions
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.
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 Junction Vision and Master Plan deferred for public exhibition with amendments
The committee resolved to defer the draft plan to the May Council meeting for public exhibition, subject to multiple amendments including references to a 'High Line', updated civic precinct wording, revised open space and plaza provisions, additional gateway renders, and updated infrastructure terminology. An unsuccessful amendment sought to add a statement about the Mayor significantly amending the proposals.
Shapes future redevelopment, public realm, active transport and open space outcomes in Bondi Junction.
Rescission of master plan adoption refused
Council rejected the rescission motion seeking to rescind resolution CM/7.8/26.07, which adopted the Bondi Junction Vision and Master Plan.
The minutes indicate that the adopted master plan remains in place.
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 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.
Rescission motion on the Bondi Junction plan
A rescission motion seeking to overturn the 21 July adoption of the Bondi Junction Vision and Master Plan was lost on a recorded division.
The previously adopted master plan remains in effect based on the minutes provided.