Austin Park
Austin Park is a local park on Marlborough Road in Homebush West, NSW 2140, first built in 1919 as a playground for children. Its standout feature is the upgraded children's playground, and visitors with dogs can also use its dog permitted area.
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About Austin Park
Dog Permitted Area at Austin Park
Austin Park has a dog permitted area among its listed facilities. However, Austin Park does not appear on Strathfield Council's list of leash free park locations, so owners should check the current signage at the park before letting a dog off the lead. Visitors who bring dogs to Austin Park should keep them under effective control and clean up after them.
History of Austin Park
Austin Park was designed as a children's playground and was the first park dedicated by the former Homebush Council. In 1928, the council resolved to name the playground Austin Park in memory of the late Alderman Edward Daniel Austin, a former mayor of Homebush Council who served in the terms 1914 to 1917, 1920 and 1925. The park was once known as Austin Playground.
Facilities at Austin Park
Getting to Austin Park
48 Marlborough Road, Homebush West NSW 2140, at the corner of Marlborough Road and Courallie Avenue.
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Can I take my dog to Austin Park?
Yes, there is a dog permitted area, but it is not a listed leash free park, so read the signs before unclipping the lead.
Is there a playground at Austin Park for young kids?
Yes, Austin Park has an upgraded children's playground.
Are there picnic shelters at Austin Park?
Yes, covered picnic shelters give you somewhere to sit for a meal or a break.
Can you go for a walk at Austin Park?
Yes, a walking track lets you stroll through the grounds.
Why is it called Austin Park?
It honours Edward Daniel Austin, a former mayor of Homebush Council, and took his name in 1928.