This week marked the opening of a new multi-use hardcourt in Beverley Job Park, Narraweena with young people front and centre in Council’s planning. 

Northern Beaches Mayor Sue Heins said feedback from local youth underpinned the projects objectives.

“In 2023, we consulted over 400 local youth about the construction of new facilities at this site. They expressed a strong desire for a multi-use court and so we have delivered. 

“The new space will not only be a place where our young people can come together, stay active, but build a sense of community. 
“This court represents more than just a place to play; it’s a symbol of our commitment to providing safe, accessible spaces for our youth to grow, learn, and thrive.” Mayor Heins said. 

The construction of this space is part of Council’s Open Space and Recreation Strategy – Let’s Play which sets out key directions, priorities and actions for our open spaces and outdoor recreational facilities over 15 years. 

The new outdoor space will include a new multi-use hard court with line marking to accommodate formal and informal recreation, open grassed area with new shade trees, seating and a grassed embankment for viewing of sporting activities.

The total project cost was $390,000. The project was made possible thanks to a $121,000 grant from the NSW Government Crown Reserves Improvement Fund and a $70,000 grant from the NSW Government Local Small Commitments Allocation – Playground and Parks Program. 

NSW Minister for Lands and Property and Minister for Sport Steve Kamper said he is pleased to see this space will be well utilised locally. 

“This is a great investment in a public reserve to provide a safe and inclusive multi-use recreational facility for young people in and around the Narraweena area,” Mr Kamper said.

“Crown reserves support health and well-being by providing public land for recreation such as parks, ovals and sporting facilities, as well as land for community organisations and to protect sensitive areas of environment."

For more information about the space visit our website.