Catherine Park is a treasured and important community open space with an idyllic north facing protected aspect and flat grassed open space overlooking Pittwater.

The park is a unique site which is highly valued for its environmental, social, and scenic qualities by local residents, day visitors and tourists. It offers a diverse range of active and passive recreation and community activities.

Our aim is to enhance the park’s function and amenity whilst maintaining the open space landscape character. You can learn more about the history of the project here.

We have completed works to address minor drainage issues within the reserve, improve pedestrian safety and accessibility, and protection of the foreshore.

We have been investigating options and associated costs for resolving more complex drainage issues (see key design feature 20).

Transport for NSW (TfNSW) have provided a determination regarding 'Conditional Registration for Non-Compliant Motor Vehicles' to the Scotland Island Residents Association (SIRA).

We have now modified the original concept plans (excluding vehicle access and parking) and are seeking community feedback on the modified design (see below).

Note: Vehicle management will be resolved as part of the Scotland Island Traffic Management Plan review following the recent decision by Transport for NSW.

Community feedback will help us clarify what is important to local residents and park users.