Greater Sydney Parklands Trust Board meetings
In 2024, the Greater Sydney Parklands Trust Board will meet on the following dates:
- 15 February 2024
- 24 April 2024
- 6 June 2024
- 25 July 2024
- 5 September 2024
- 17 October 2024
- 5 December 2024.
Matters discussed
Topic | Summary | Action |
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Chief Executive's Update | Chief Executive’s report on management, operations, and current issues. | Discussed and noted. |
Property Policies and Guidelines | Discussed, reviewed and approved property policies and guidelines. | Discussed, noted and approved. |
Value of GSP parks | Discussed report, project scope and overview. | Discussed and noted. |
Financial Sustainability Report | Status report on this work and discussion of refined scope and internal workshops. | Discussed and noted. |
Community Engagement Report | Update on recent community engagement and consultation including upcoming recruitment for CTBs. | Discussed and noted. |
Corporate Plan - Strategic Priorities Update | Updated draft 2025 - 2028 strategic priorities. | . Discussed and noted. |
GSP Act Review Submission | Discussed draft submission and provided feedback on content and strategy. | Discussed, noted. |
Entertainment Quarter Moore Park | Received update on the anticipated tender process. Received an update on EQ Placemaking Framework. | Discussed and noted. |
Media Coverage | Summary of recent Greater Sydney Parklands media coverage. | Discussed and noted. |
Commercial Leasing Status Update | Status update on commercial operations and leases (Commercial in Confidence). | Discussed and noted. |
WHS Report | Report outlining WHS issues and actions across GSP. | Discussed and noted. |
RAP Update | Received an update on status. | Discussed and noted. |
Topic | Summary | Action |
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Chief Executive's Update | Chief Executive’s report on management, operations, and current issues.
| Discussed and noted. |
Financial Sustainability- Value of GSP parks | Discussed report, project scope and overview. | Discussed and noted. |
Financial Sustainability Report | Discussed and noted financial statements and management representation letters for FY2024 | Approved. |
Community Engagement Report | Received an update on recent community engagement, consultation. Discussed upcoming recruitment of CTBs and discussed First Nations representation. Discussed engagement of CTBs in the GSP Act review.
| Discussed and noted. |
Corporate Plan - Strategic Priorities Update | Discussed and noted draft 2025 - 2028 strategic priorities. | . Discussed and noted. |
Annual Reports |
Approved co-signing of letters. | Discussed, noted and approved. |
M7 to M12 Shared Path Tender Award | Noted and discussed Tender Evaluation Team recommendation. | Approved. |
Callan Park Plan of Management | Received an update on feedback from preliminary consultation. Discussed draft vision and draft strategic directions. Noted input from the CP CTB. | Discussed and noted. |
Media Coverage | Summary of recent Greater Sydney Parklands media coverage. | Discussed and noted. |
Commercial Leasing Status Update | Status update on commercial operations and leases (Commercial in Confidence). | Discussed and noted. |
WHS Report | Report outlining WHS issues and actions across GSP. | Discussed and noted. |
RAP Update | Noted update on status. | Discussed and noted. |
Topic | Summary | Action |
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Chief Executive's Update | Chief Executive’s report on management, operations, and current issues. | Discussed and noted. |
Public Interest Disclosure | Board training/information session concerning obligations. | Discussed and noted the PID Act obligations of GSP and of individual board members. |
Financial Sustainability Report/FY2025 Budget | Noted financial overview and results. Approved FY2025 budget. | Discussed, noted and approved. |
Community Engagement Report | Received an update on recent community engagement, consultation. Noted, discussed and agreed to proposal for improvements to the structure, membership, meetings and workstreams of CTBs. Discussed urban farming activities at Western Sydney Parklands, including suggestions from CTB.
| Discussed and noted. |
Report to Board on ARCC’s activities in 2023/24 | Report providing overview of work completed by Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee. | . Discussed and noted. |
GSP Board / ARCC Appointments |
Moved and approved ARCC reappointments. | Discussed, noted and approved. |
Moore Park South | Noted update on status with What we Heard Report and next steps. | Discussed and noted. |
Tender Evaluation: Maintenance of High-Performance Sports Fields at Moore Park | Noted and discussed Tender Evaluation Team recommendation. | Approved. |
Media Coverage | Summary of recent Greater Sydney Parklands media coverage. | Discussed and noted. |
Commercial Leasing Status Update | Status update on commercial operations and leases (Commercial in Confidence). | Discussed and noted. |
WHS Report | Prior to Board Meeting the Board undertook a safety inspection and briefing, looking at several sites within Callan Park. Report outlining WHS issues and actions across GSP. | Discussed and noted |
RAP Update | Noted update on current status. | Discussed and noted. |
Topic | Summary | Action |
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Chief Executive's Update | Chief Executive’s report on management, operations, and current issues. | Discussed and noted. |
Financial Sustainability Report | Noted financial overview and FY24 results. | Discussed and noted. |
Community Engagement Report | Received an update on recent community engagement, consultation. Discussed Community Trustee Board (CTB) reports and flow of information between GSP and CTB’s. Discussed CTB survey feedback and areas for improvement and further engagement. Discussed the engagement of CTB in the legislative review process required by the GSP Act. Noted next round of CTB agendas are being finalised with Michael Rose to provide overview on GSP financial sustainability. | Discussed and noted. |
Amenity Trees Tender | Received an overview and summary of current status and recommendation. | Discussed and approved Tender Evaluation Team recommendation. |
Property Management Contract | Noted status update. Noted and discussed proposed property management contract procurement strategy. | Discussed and approved strategy. |
Fernhill Estate Look Ahead | Noted overview of current status and options. | Discussed and noted to be discussed further at a future board meeting. Noted that continued engagement with the Fernhill CTB and other stakeholders. |
Moore Park South | Noted update on current status with What We Heard Report scheduled to be released end September. | Discussed and noted. |
Media Coverage | Summary of recent Greater Sydney Parklands media coverage. | Discussed and noted. |
Commercial Leasing Status Update | Status update on commercial operations and leases (Commercial in Confidence). | Discussed and noted. |
WHS Report | Report outlining WHS compliance, incidents and actions across Greater Sydney Parklands. | Discussed and noted |
RAP Update | Noted update on current status. | Discussed and noted. |
Topic | Summary | Action |
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Chief Executive's Update | Chief Executive’s report on management, operations, and current issues. | Discussed and noted. |
Financial Sustainability Report | Noted financial overview and FY24 results. | Discussed and noted. |
Community Engagement Report | Received an update on recent community engagement and consultation. Discussed community trustee boards (CTB) reports and flow of information between Greater Sydney Parklands and CTBs. Discussed CTB workshop on Fernhill Estate. Discussed Centennial Parklands Foundation (CPF) board meeting and communication with CPF board. | Discussed and noted. |
Climate Adaptation Strategy | Noted update on Climate Adaptation Strategy. Endorsed Climate Change Adaptation Action Plan. | Discussed and noted. |
Western Parklands Maintenance Contract Tender | Noted status update. Noted requirement for Board approval when process is finalised. | Discussed and noted. |
Moore Park Golf | Noted update on progress and Strategic Business Case. | Discussed and noted. |
Landscape and Facilities Maintenance, Ranger and Security Services | Noted update and approved strategy to move towards contract consolidation and consistency. | Discussed and approved. |
Media Coverage | Summary of recent Greater Sydney Parklands media coverage. | Discussed and noted. |
Commercial Leasing Status Update | Status update on commercial operations and leases (Commercial in Confidence). | Discussed and noted. |
WHS Report | Report outlining WHS issues and actions across Greater Sydney Parklands. | Discussed and noted. |
Topic | Summary | Action |
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Chief Executive's Report | Chief Executive’s report on management, operations, and current issues including 2024 planning. | Discussed and noted. |
Financial Sustainability Workshop | Considered options for long-term sustainable funding of Greater Sydney Parklands operations. | Discussed and noted. |
Community Engagement Report | Received an update on recent community engagement and consultation. Discussed community trustee boards' (CTBs) reports and flow of information between Greater Sydney Parklands and CTBs. | Discussed and noted. |
Financial Sustainability Report | Noted overview of FY24 early-close highlights and combined results, including an update on comprehensive income. | Discussed and noted. |
Greater Sydney Parklands Estate Expansion | Discussed estate expansion reviews required by the Greater Sydney Parklands Trust Act 2022 and further expansion considerations. | Discussed and noted. |
Moore Park South | Received an update on Moore Park South public consultation. | Discussed and noted. |
Callan Park Plan of Management | Received a presentation on development of the Callan Park Plan of Management. | Discussed and noted. |
Media Coverage | Summary of recent Greater Sydney Parklands media coverage. | Discussed and noted. |
Commercial Leasing Status Update | Status update on commercial operations and leases (Commercial in Confidence). | Discussed and noted. |
WHS Report | Report outlining WHS issues and actions across Greater Sydney Parklands. | Discussed and noted. |
Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) | Update on Greater Sydney Parklands RAP framework and completion of RAP actions. | Discussed and noted. |
Topic | Summary | Action |
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Chief Executive's Report and 2024 look ahead | CE’s report on management, operations, and current issues including 2024 planning. | Discussed and noted. |
Workplace Health and Safety - Due Diligence Framework Refresher | Discussion of board and executive WHS duties and responsibilities and Due Diligence Framework Refresher session led by Katherine Norris of Norton Rose Fullbright. | Reviewed, discussed and noted. |
Community Engagement and Marketing Report | Received an update on recent community engagement, consultation and marketing including 2024 lookahead. Noted launch of GSP website and completion of Year in Review Report. Discussed and noted update on community trustee board’s (CTB’s) and identified issues to be discussed with CTB’s. Noted recent meetings / discussions with Centennial Parklands Foundation and further engagement to be undertaken. | Discussed and noted. |
Financial Sustainability Report | Review of report providing an overview of GSP financial performance, highlights, challenges, and financial sustainability initiatives. | Discussed and noted. |
GSP Estate Expansion | Discussed ongoing evaluation work in connection with potential GSP Estate Expansion. Also discussed long-term sustainability/funding requirements in the event of expansion. | Discussed and noted. |
Eastern Creek Speedway | Noted update on current Speedway issues. | Discussed and noted. |
Bushland Management Contracts | Noted and agreed to endorse procurement methodology. | Discussed and approved. |
Moore Park Golf Discussion Paper and Consultation | Discussed the Discussion Paper provided in the Board papers and approved for public release.
| Discussed and approved. |
Media Coverage | Summary of recent GSP media coverage. | Noted. |
Commercial Leasing Status Update | Status update on commercial operations and leases (Commercial in Confidence). | Noted. |
Reconciliation Action Plan | Update on GSP RAP framework and completion of RAP actions. | Noted. |
WHS Report | Discussed and noted report outlining WHS issues and actions across GSP. | Noted. |
Topic | Summary | Action |
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Chief Executive’s Report and Corporate Plan Update | CE’s report on management, operations, and current issues. Noted revised version of GSP Corporate Plan incorporating updated Strategic Priorities and Operating Principles. | Discussed and noted. |
Community Engagement Report | Received an update on recent community engagement and consultation. Discussed each community trustee board meeting’s key items and actions and reviewed / discussed each meeting summary. Further noted and discussed issues raised at each CTB meeting. Based on feedback from CTB’s the all in meeting planned for February 2024 will not go ahead and individual CTB meetings will be arranged. | Discussed and noted. |
Financial Sustainability Report + Financial Statements | Review of report providing an overview of GSP financial performance, highlights, challenges, and financial sustainability initiatives.
Noted final versions of Financial Statements. | Discussed and noted. |
Climate Adaptation Strategy | Noted and discussed the draft GSP Climate Adaptation Strategy and Risk Register. | Discussed and noted. |
Western Landscape Contract Sourcing Strategy | Noted and discussed the Greater Sydney Parklands landscape contracts and specifications review final report.
Endorsed the proposed procurement approach. | Discussed and endorsed approach. |
Moore Park Golf Discussion Paper | Noted and discussed draft Discussion Paper and recommended additional text to be included on GSP Consultation and Engagement Framework, existing site considerations, and financial sustainability. | Discussed and noted. |
Centennial Parklands Community Consultative Committee | Recommendation to appoint the members of the Centennial Park and Moore Park community trustee board as members of the Centennial Park and Moore Park Community Consultative Committee. | Discussed and approved. |
Media Coverage | Summary of recent GSP media coverage. | Noted. |
Commercial Leasing Status Update | Status update on commercial operations and leases (Commercial in Confidence). | Noted. |
WHS Report | Discussed and noted report outlining WHS issues and actions across GSP. | Noted. |
Reconciliation Action Plan | Update on GSP RAP framework and completion of RAP Actions. | Noted. |
Annual Reports | Final versions of Annual Reports provided in Board papers | Noted. |
Topic | Summary | Action |
Chief Executive’s Report | CE’s report on management, operations and current issues. | Discussed and noted. |
Financial Sustainability Report | Review of report providing an overview of GSP financial performance, highlights, challenges, and financial sustainability initiatives. | Discussed and noted. |
Financial Statements Update | Update on current status of Draft Financial Statements for Parramatta Park Trust, Western Sydney Parklands Trust and Centennial Park and Moore Park Trust. | Discussed and noted. |
Draft Annual Reports | Update on current status of Draft Annual Reports for Parramatta Park Trust, Western Sydney Parklands Trust and Centennial Park and Moore Park Trust. | Discussed and noted. |
Moore Park Golf | Received an update on the recent NSW government announcement to transform part of Moore Park Golf Course into a new parkland. Discussed proposed meetings with City of Sydney and CPMPT CTB and necessary discussions with both our Minister and the Premier’s Office. | Discussed and noted. |
Media Coverage | Summary of recent GSP media coverage. | Noted. |
Commercial Leasing Status Update | Status update on commercial operations and leases (Commercial in Confidence). | Noted. |
WHS Report | Discussed and noted report outlining WHS issues and actions across GSP. | Discussed and noted. |
Reconciliation Action Plan | Summary of actions to date. | Discussed and noted. |
Corporate Plan / 5 Year Plans | Discussed and noted. | Discussed and noted. |
2024 Board / ARCC Meetings Schedule | Discussed and noted. | Discussed and noted. |
Topic | Summary | Action |
Site visit and Safety Observation/Briefing | The board visited the Parramatta Aquatic Centre at Mays Hill in Parramatta Park and Wistaria Gardens and received a Safety briefing on bushfire preparedness for the parklands estate, focussed on Western Sydney. | Discussed. |
Chief Executive’s Report | CE’s report on management, operations and current issues. | Discussed and noted. |
GSP Estate Expansion | Received a presentation on GSP Estate Expansion and discussed Stage 2 Assessments, Gateway Transfer Assessments and funding model that will sustainably fund estate expansion. | Discussed and noted. |
Community Engagement Report | Received an update on recent community engagement and consultation. Discussed each community trustee board meeting’s key items and actions and reviewed / discussed each meeting summary. Further noted and discussed issues raised at each CTB meeting. | Discussed and noted. |
Financial Sustainability Report | Review of report providing an overview of GSP financial performance, highlights, challenges, and financial sustainability initiatives. | Discussed and noted. |
WHS Report | Discussed and noted report outlining WHS issues and actions across GSP. | Discussed and noted. |
September in Wistaria Gardens | Update on upcoming event in Wistaria Gardens. | Noted. |
Topic | Summary | Action |
Overview of Crown Lands and Public Spaces Group | Introduction to Melanie Hawyes, Deputy Secretary of Crown Lands & Public Spaces Group (Department of Planning and Environment). Discussed perspectives and opportunities regarding new portfolio, which includes GSP, including First Nations progressive work within Crown Lands, synergies and innovation that can be shared between different groups within DPE. | Discussed and noted. |
Chief Executive's Report | CE's report on management, operations and current issues. | Discussed and noted. |
Blue Green Grid Committee | Received a presentation on GSP's approach to blue-green grid advocacy and possible approaches and governance models for future activity. Discussed how best to advocate for a long-term vision for quality parklands across Greater Sydney as required by the Greater Sydney Parklands Trust Act 2022. Determined that the establishment of a blue-green grid committee is currently not required at this stage to support this work. | Discussed and noted. |
Community Engagement Report | Received an update on recent community engagement and consultation. Discussed the key items and actions from each Community Trustee Board meeting and reviewed / discussed each meeting summary. Further noted and discussed learnings and feedback form the first round of face to face CTB meetings. Noted that correspondence is being received by GSP and Board members directly from CTB members on various issues. The Board noted the CTB mechanism is the preferred mechanism for these kinds of issues. As the CTB's are still relatively new and settling into their work, the Board wants to ensure they are focused on their statutory role and not devoting time to purely operational issues. The Board anticipates that operational issues may be raised but will not be discussed as the primary focus of CTB meetings. The Board discussed and noted the draft agendas for the next meetings. Noted meeting summaries and draft agendas are sent to CTB Chairs for feedback prior to finalising. | Discussed and noted. |
Financial Sustainability Report | Review of report providing an overview of GSP financial performance, highlights, challenges, and financial sustainability initiatives. | Discussed and noted. |
Audit, Risk & Compliance Committee (ARCC) Charter | Reviewed, discussed, and approved the draft ARCC Charter. | Discussed and approved. |
Moore Park Landscape Projects Masterplan | Discussed on grass parking, current issues and community and stakeholder consultation. Noted progress on delivery of the first stage of works as part of the Moore Park East Landscape Masterplan. | Discussed and noted. |
Kippax Lake Field Redevelopment Moore Park | Discussed and review of report seeking approval to award a construction contract for the Moore Park Kippax Lake Field Upgrade project. | Discussed and noted. Approved engagement of recommended contractor. |
Media Coverage | Summary of recent GSP media coverage. | Noted. |
Commercial Leasing Status Update | Status update on commercial operations and leases (Commercial in Confidence). | Noted. |
WHS Report | Update on key material WHS and visitor safety matters relating to GSP operations. | Discussed and noted. |
Reconciliation Action Plan | Summary of actions to date. | Discussed and noted |
Topic | Summary | Action |
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Chief Executive’s Report | CE’s report on management, operations and current issues. | Discussed and noted. |
Climate Adaptation Strategy | Received a presentation on development of GSP’s Climate Adaptation Strategy. | Discussed and noted with updates to be provided to a future board meeting. |
Financial Sustainability Report / Budget | Review of report providing an overview of GSP financial performance, highlights, challenges, and financial sustainability initiatives. Review and approval of FY2023/24 Budget. | Discussed and noted. Discussed and approved. |
Community Engagement & Consultation | Received an update on recent Community Engagement including Community Trustee Board meetings. Discussed key items and actions from each Community Trustee Board meeting. | Discussed and noted. |
Delegations | Received an update on work completed to date and noted / approved draft delegations. | Discussed and approved. |
Gabrugul Yana (Western Ridges Walk) | Received a presentation on planning and progress to date. Noted positive feedback from WSP Community Trustee Board on the project. | Discussed and noted. |
Media Coverage | Summary of recent GSP media coverage. | Noted. |
Commercial Leasing Status Update | Status update on commercial operations and leases (Commercial in Confidence). | Noted. |
WHS Report | Update on key material WHS and visitor safety matters relating to GSP operations. | Noted. |
Reconciliation Action Plan | Summary of actions to date. | Noted. |
Site Visit | Prior to the Board meeting, the members of the Board visited Wistaria Gardens and Glengariff House for a briefing on safety issues, proposed works, tree health and other operational matters. |
Topic | Summary | Action |
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Chief Executive’s Report | CE’s report on management, operations and current issues. | Discussed and noted. |
GSP Brand Update | Received a presentation on the approved brand strategy, corporate style guide and proposed rollout. | Discussed and noted. |
GSP Corporate Plan / 5 Year Plans | Received a presentation on the Draft Corporate Plan and associated 5 year management plans. | Discussed and noted with further feedback to be provided. |
Financial Sustainability Report | Review of report providing an overview of GSP financial performance, highlights, challenges, and financial sustainability initiatives. | Discussed and noted. |
Parramatta North Update | Received a presentation on Wistaria Gardens and the Parramatta North precinct, including key partnerships with City of Parramatta and other NSW Government agencies. | Discussed and noted. |
Community Engagement Report | Consolidated overview of recent community engagement initiatives and outcomes across GSP. | Noted. |
Media Coverage | Summary of recent GSP media coverage (February to April 2023). | Noted. |
Commercial Leasing Status Update | Status update on commercial operations and leases (Commercial in Confidence). | Noted. |
WHS Report | Update on key material WHS and visitor safety matters relating to GSP operations. | Noted. |
Topic | Summary | Action |
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Corporate Plan | To seek feedback from the Board on the preparation of the draft Corporate Plan 2023-2028. | Discussed and noted. |
Financial Sustainability Report | Review of a report providing an overview of GSP financial performance, highlights, challenges, and financial sustainability initiatives. | Discussed and noted. |
Brand and Marketing Update | Noted an update GSP’s 2023 marketing program. | Discussed and noted. |
Consultation and Engagement Framework | Update on GSP revised draft Consultation and Engagement Framework, the appointment of community trustee boards, and community trustee board planning for 2023. | Discussed and noted. |
Draft GSPT Board Charter | Review and approval of draft Greater Sydney Parklands Trust Board Charter. | Noted and approved. |
Callan Park Leasing Activity | Update on upcoming leasing activity at Callan Park. | Noted. |
Fairland Pavilion Draft Heads of Agreement | Review and approval of Fairland Pavilion Heads of Agreement. | Approved. |
Remake of Centennial Park and Moore Park Trust (CPMPT) Regulations | Update on the review, staged repeal and remake program that is underway. | Noted. |
Centennial Homestead and Queens Park Café (AFL/ COVID relief) |
| Approved. |
Community Engagement Report | Consolidated overview of recent community engagement initiatives and outcomes across GSP. | Noted. |
Media Coverage | Summary of GSP media coverage between 9 December 2022 to 29 January 2023. | Noted. |
Commercial Leasing Status Update | Status update on commercial operations and leases (Commercial in Confidence). | Noted. |
WHS Report | Update on key material WHS and visitor safety matters relating to GSP operations. | Noted. |
Topic | Summary | Action |
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Safety Observation | A scheduled site safety observation was undertaken at Lizard Log dam to discuss GSP approach to dam and waterway management. | Attended and noted. |
WHS / Due Diligence Refresher | Due Diligence Refresher and discussion on due diligence obligations of duty holders and core actions required. | Participated and noted. |
Reconciliation Action Plan | Overview of draft GSP RAP. Discussed and provided feedback. | Noted and approved. |
Consultation and Engagement Framework | Update on draft framework and establishment of GSP Community Trustee Boards. | Noted. |
Moore Park East Landscape Plan | Update on Draft Moore Park East Landscape Plan and consultation and engagement report. | Noted and approved final document. |
Community Engagement Report | Consolidated overview of recent community engagement initiatives and outcomes across GSP. | Noted. |
Media Coverage | Summary of GSP media coverage between 2 September to 6 October 2022. | Noted. |
Commercial operations and leases | Status update on commercial operations and leases (Commercial in Confidence). | Noted. |
2021/22 Financial Statements Overview | Overview of the full year close process of audited financial statements for all GSP entities for the year ended 30 June 2022. | Noted. |
WHS Report | Update on key material WHS and visitor safety matters relating to GSP operations. | Noted. |
2023 Updated Board Meeting Schedule | Proposed meeting dates in 2023. | Noted. |