Wentworth Park Complex
 

Wentworth Park Sporting Complex Trust

Wentworth Park Sporting Complex Trust has its legislative base within sections 92 and 93 of the Crown Lands Act, 1989, which authorises the Minister for Lands to establish and name a reserve trust, appoint it as trustee of specified reserves, and constitute the Trust as a corporation.

The Trust is charged with the care, control and management of the reserve in the best interests of users. These may include lessees, licensees, sporting groups and the community. Management principles should also ensure the Complex operates as a viable entity. Management must also be consistent with Government policy and initiatives.

The fundamental principles which, determine Trust policy remain:

  • Maximisation of use
  • Diversification of use
  • Sports focus
  • Community benefit

Current Use of the Complex:

104 greyhound races each year conducted by the NSW Greyhound Breeders Owners and Trainers Association

  • Major antiques and collectables fair 1st Sunday each month
  • Regular antique and investment jewellery auctions conducted by Combined Auctions
  • Ultimo Public School Sports Carnival and annual Art Show
  • Finals series NSW Suburban Rugby Competition
  • Other sporting and community events
Netball Court - 14.Nov.2011
The Trust is proposing to install a hard surface netball court in the southern area of the park adjacent to the Complex. Public comment is sought. For further information contact the Trust.
Southern Perimeter - 14.Nov.2011
The Trust has engaged Tract to prepare conceptual plans for Stage 4 of the perimeter development. The work will include demolition of redundant buildings on the southern side of the Complex, landscaping and installation of palisade fencing to compliment the completed work on Wattle Street.
Northern Perimeter Wall Project - 14.Nov.2011
Tenders for work on the Northern Perimeter have closed. The Trust and Council will announce the successful tenderer in December 2011 with work expected to commence in early January 2012 for a three month period.
Pitch Use - 14.Nov.2011
The pitch is currently being used on a daily basis by St Andrew’s Cathedral School and International Grammar School. Both schools have agreed to Licences for 2012. Sydney University (Soccer) Football Club has agreed to play its home games at Wentworth Park in 2012. Sydney University (Rugby) Football Club currently trains at Wentworth Park.
Community Games - 14.Nov.2011
A highly successful Community Games Day was held at Wentworth Park on 16 October 2011. The day was opened by the Lord Mayor Clover Moore and over 1,000 people attended. The highlight of the day was the running of the 2011 Mongrel Cup.
Trust Board - 12.May.2010
The Minister for Lands has appointed a Trust Board for a three year term commencing on 27 May 2010. The Board is the same composition as the last Board.