Robin Thomas and James Ruse Reserves Sporting and Recreation Facility Upgrades

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  • James Ruse Reserve

    Stage 1 of construction works at James Ruse Reserve is now complete. Works included:
    • Installation of a new water tank (for sports field irrigation) on the southern side of the Hassall Street carpark
    • Remediation of fibro-affected soils identified during excavation works
    • Installation of underground utilities for a proposed public toilet and change-room facility including sewer, water and electrical connections.

    Over the coming months, the following works are planned:
    • Construction of a permanent public toilet and change-room facility, including associated paths and landscaping works
    • Removal of existing temporary toilet structure and full site restoration.

    Current Status


    Council is finalising the detail design for a proposed public toilet and change- room facility at James Ruse Reserve. The proposed toilet and change-room facility includes:
    • Public toilet cubicles including fully accessible cubicle with baby change-table
    • Dedicated change-rooms (cubicles)
    • Connections including paths, ramps and stairs to the new facility
    • Landscape works including garden beds.

    A concept plan for the proposed facility including associated works can be seen below and in the Resources Section.

    The proposed toilet and change-room facility is located in the area identified in the endorsed Robin Thomas and James Ruse Reserves Master Plan.

    It is expected that construction of the proposed toilet and change-room facility will commence in late-2025 and be completed by mid-2026.