Transforming Moore Park South
Works are now underway to open Moore Park South to the community, with the first stage of the transformation focused on enabling safe public access to 20 hectares of new parkland, alongside an active golf precinct.
The NSW Government is transforming 20 hectares of public land at Moore Park South into a vibrant new park for Sydney, with community sports facilities and a 12-hole public golf course, close to one of Australia’s most densely populated urban areas.
With 690,000 people living within 5 kilometres of Moore Park South - and rising to 790,000 by 2041 - the new park and golf offer will support the recreational needs of a rapidly growing local community.
Published in May 2026, the final Moore Park South Establishment Plan outlines priorities for the new park and golf offer which has been informed by extensive community consultation over 2 years.
The first stage of works commenced in July 2026, focused on enabling safe public access to the new park, alongside an active golf precinct. These early access works included the installation of temporary fencing between the golf precinct and parkland, and removal of sections of the perimeter fence along South Dowling Street and Dacey Avenue.
New access points were also established, to enable entry to the park from Dacey Avenue and South Dowling Street.
With the first areas of parkland now open to the public, the community can already enjoy a range of activations and amenities.
Final establishment plan
With works scheduled to be completed in 2028, the final establishment plan focuses on delivering new community sport and recreation facilities, alongside a revitalised golf offering. This balanced approach responds directly to community needs and provides for a range of activities and users.
Key features of the final establishment plan include:
- a revitalised golf offer featuring a 12-hole public golf course, designed in collaboration with a respected golf architect, expanded driving range with up to 90 bays, 18-hole mini golf course, plus putting and chipping greens
- a mix of active and passive recreation opportunities with a community sports field, multi-purpose sports courts, outdoor fitness equipment and natural open areas
- picnic spaces with barbecues
- nature playground in a centrally located area
- designated on- and off-leash areas for dogs
- a connected pedestrian path network which will improve access to key destinations within the park, linking it to surrounding neighbourhoods, including Moore Park East, the Entertainment Quarter and Centennial Park
- a park design that works with the existing landscape to enhance and support biodiversity and habitat creation, through the planting of native grasses, shrubs and trees.
View the final Moore Park South Establishment Plan (PDF, 538 KB)
A vision of a vibrant new 20-hectare park at Moore Park South 
A vision of a vibrant new 20-hectare park at Moore Park South 
A vision of a vibrant new 20-hectare park at Moore Park South 
A vision of a vibrant new 20-hectare park at Moore Park South
Next steps
The final establishment plan will continue to be developed through detailed design to support statutory approvals ahead of delivery.
The NSW Government has committed $50 million to establish the 20-hectare park and 12-hole golf course. With establishment works now underway, the community will be kept updated on changes to Moore Park South access during construction.
Golf will continue at Moore Park South with a minimum 9-hole golf offering available for golfers to play at all stages of transformation works, until the new 12-hole public course is officially opened.
Frequently asked questions
The Moore Park South Establishment Plan responds to the demand for high-quality parkland close to one of the most densely populated parts of Australia. Almost 690,000 people currently live within five kilometres of Moore Park, with a further 100,000 residents projected by 2041.
The new park will increase public access to 20 hectares of green space in Moore Park South, which will help enhance the quality of life of local residents.
To inform the Moore Park South Establishment Plan, the NSW Government has extensively consulted with community and stakeholders. Thousands of people shared feedback which helped to shape the design of the new park and golf offer. Find out more about our community consultation and read the 'what we heard' reports published in 2024 and 2026 at our community and stakeholder consultation page.
Changes to the design of the new public park and golf offer were informed by feedback from the community, and aim to balance recreation, safety, access and protection of the natural and cultural values of Moore Park.
Changes include:
- The length of the reconfigured course has increased from 9 to 12 holes, improving the flow of play, removing bottlenecks, and enhancing safety for park users and golfers.
- The nature playground has been relocated away from South Dowling Street to a more central area of the park.
- The community sports field has been relocated to reduce tree removal and better respond to the park’s landscape.
- The main connector path has been repositioned to ensure the safety of park users alongside an active golf precinct.
- Recreational loop paths have been improved, with connector paths at key entry points making it easier to access and explore the park.
The project requires approvals under 2 pieces of NSW legislation: the Heritage Act 1977, as the site is part of the State-listed Centennial Park, Moore Park and Queens Park item; and the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, which governs planning approval for the works.
Approvals are being sought in stages, aligned to project delivery.
The new public park is scheduled for completion in 2028.
Early access works commenced on 1 July 2026, with the first areas of parkland now open to the public.
The NSW Government has committed $50 million over 3 years to establish the new 20-hectare park and 12-hole golf course at Moore Park South.
Yes. During transformation works, a minimum of nine holes will be available for golfers to play at all stages. The clubhouse and driving range will also remain open.
The NSW Government has committed to delivering a high-quality 12-hole public golf course, expanded driving range with up to 90 bays, 18-hole mini-golf course, and putting and chipping greens.
Moore Park is part of Centennial Parklands, which is managed by Greater Sydney Parklands on behalf of the NSW Government for the benefit of the people of NSW.