We created a Masterplan in partnership with Tennis NSW, Squash NSW, and Warringah Golf Club. It features modern squash and tennis courts, upgraded amenities, and improved facilities, all aimed at addressing the evolving needs of our community.
We exhibited the Masterplan in May and June 2024 and heard from 106 people.
Since then, we've demolished the old recreation centre under DA2022/2081, and a draft Review of Environmental Factors has been completed.
We're building a new car park at Pittwater and Kentwell Roads to support the Recreation Centre and add 52 parking spaces.
Construction started in August 2025 and should finish by February 2026, weather permitting.
Squash court works will follow in late 2025, with tennis court upgrades in early 2026.
Construction of the new eastern car park will begin in August 2025 and is expected to be completed by February 2026, weather permitting.
Following the completion of the new car park, works on the new squash courts are expected to commence in late 2025, with tennis court upgrades to follow in early 2026.
Works will typically take place Monday to Friday, between 7am and 5pm. To minimise daytime traffic impacts, some night works may be required. In this case, nearby residents will receive advance notice from the contractor.
Traffic control will be present to help walkers, school children and all road users safely get around the work area.
Please drive slowly near the construction site and pay attention to all warning signs and instructions from the Traffic Controllers.
Plan your trip in advance and give yourself extra time to travel.
Works will typically take place Monday to Friday, between 7am and 5pm. To minimise daytime traffic impacts, some night works may be required. In this case, nearby residents will receive advance notice from the contractor.
You may experience some construction noise from the demolition, formwork and concrete pouring. We will work to minimise disruption where possible and appreciate your patience as we deliver this important community upgrade.
We’re also working closely with Warringah Golf Club and Manly Warringah Gymnastics Club to minimise impacts from their developments.
Five new tennis courts will feature a shaded accessible walkway, secure fencing, upgraded lighting for evening play, and umpire chairs for official matches. Three indoor squash courts with spectator seating are also planned, with capacity to expand to five courts if further funding is secured.
A 12.5-metre golf barrier net will be installed to improve safety. Landscaping will include tree replacements and stormwater upgrades to support better drainage and environmental sustainability.
An elevated pedestrian boardwalk will link the tennis courts, Kentwell Road footpath, Warringah Golf Club, carpark, and nearby recreation areas. A new pedestrian crossing will also be introduced to improve safety and movement across the site.
A new eastern carpark will provide 52 spaces, including EV charging and accessible bays. A western carpark and pedestrian bridge over Brookvale Creek are planned for stage two, subject to funding, to improve parking and access.
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The Warringah Recreation Centre Redevelopment project has made significant progress since its inception in 2021. What began as a 20 year lease to Warringah Golf Club has evolved into a comprehensive plan for a state-of-the-art multi-purpose sporting facility. In 2023, a 3 year Construction Lease was established, setting the stage for the current phase where Warringah Golf Club is being relocated and Council is overseeing the construction of the new Recreation Centre.
We worked with Tennis NSW, Squash NSW, Warringah Golf Club, and our architects to develop a Masterplan for a multi-purpose sporting facility that meets the needs of our community.
You told us what was important to you when we exhibited the Masterplan from 6 May to 4 June 2024. We heard from 106 community members, and there was strong support for the plan, with key priorities focused on improving facilities, safety, and traffic management.
Sporting organisations raised concerns about squash court availability, the need for five squash courts, reinstating futsal courts, and accommodating pickleball and padel tennis. We listened, and while the broader community supports the Masterplan, we are working to address these specific concerns to ensure a balance between community needs and commercial objectives.
An ecological assessment was conducted to support the Masterplan’s development, and implementation will happen in stages. The western carpark and pedestrian bridge connection will be delivered as part of future works.
Your feedback also helped shape the development application for the new squash building. A draft Review of Environmental Factors (REF) was prepared alongside the application to assess and mitigate potential environmental impacts.
Learn more about the outcomes in our community engagement report.
The site spans 17.23 ha, with the development area in the southeastern portion. The Warringah Recreation Centre is located at the intersection of Kentwell Road and Pittwater Road in North Manly, with Brookvale Creek running through the center. The proposal does not involve any works on the adjacent Warringah Golf Course.
| Name | Richard Parry - Capital Projects, Major Infrastructure Projects |
|---|---|
| Phone | 1300 434 434 (during business hours) |
| council@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au | |
| In writing | Marked 'Warringah Recreation Centre Redevelopment', Northern Beaches Council, PO Box 82 Manly NSW 1655. |
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