An exciting milestone has been reached in Central Coast Council’s $3.81million Lake Munmorah Recreation Precinct, with construction continuing to progress on the much‑anticipated community facility for the north of the region.
Stage one of the project has been completed, delivering a formalised access road and an 86-space carpark, including six accessible spaces, that will improve safety and ease of movement for both drivers and pedestrians.
Stage two is now underway, with construction progressing on the playspace, followed by works to deliver the skatepark, pump track, supporting park infrastructure and landscaping.
Central Coast Council Mayor, Lawrie McKinna said the Lake Munmorah Recreation Precinct project was an important investment in supporting the region’s growing northern communities.
“This $3.81million investment in the Lake Munmorah Recreation Precinct is helping us deliver quality recreation and sporting facilities that meet the needs of our residents and support active, healthy lifestyles for our growing community,” Mayor McKinna said.
“With support from the Australian Government, we are creating a modern, inclusive precinct shaped by community feedback, helping us deliver long‑term community infrastructure for this area.
“Once complete, it will be a modern, inclusive destination where residents and visitors of all ages and abilities can be active, connect and enjoy the outdoors.”
The $3.81million Lake Munmorah Recreation Precinct is funded with $921,763 committed by the Australian Government under the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program, and $2,888,237 by Central Coast Council.
Federal Member for Shortland, Pat Conroy MP said the Lake Munmorah Recreation Precinct project was about working together to help deliver for the local community.
“With a $920,000 investment from the Albanese Labor Government, construction of stage two of the Lake Munmorah Recreation Precinct is underway. This community facility will improve access to modern recreational spaces for local families,” Minister Conroy said.
“The Federal Government is committed to partnering with Central Coast Council to deliver projects like the Lake Munmorah Recreation Precinct. This collaboration delivers a meaningful investment for Central Coast residents.
“This project, backed by our investment, is about bringing people together, supporting our kids and encouraging active lifestyles. The Lake Munmorah Recreation Precinct shows what’s possible when both local and federal governments work together to deliver for the Central Coast.”
The innovative playspace design features:
Supporting precinct infrastructure will include park furniture, barbecues, water refill stations, shared pathways and extensive landscaping, enhancing the experience for users and complementing the adjacent sportsgrounds.
Community feedback from three stages of engagement activities helped guide the design of the playspace and skatepark, making sure the precinct reflects how people want to use this space.
The playspace is expected to open to the public in August 2026, with the full precinct anticipated to be completed by the end of September 2026, weather permitting
The Lake Munmorah Recreation Precinct is located at the corner of the Pacific Highway and Tall Timbers Road, Doyalson North.
To keep up to date with the project and view concept designs, search ‘Lake Munmorah Recreation Precinct’ at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au