Parkside Drive Reserve
Parkside Drive Reserve is a public park in Kogarah Bay NSW 2217 offering a picnic site, BBQ, drinking water and a playground. Its standout feature is Harold Fraser Cricket Oval, opened in August 1979, which sits within the reserve alongside a wetland stormwater treatment system.
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About Parkside Drive Reserve
Facilities at Parkside Drive Reserve
Parkside Drive Reserve has a leisure playground for children, giving young visitors a dedicated play space. Parkside Drive Reserve has a cluster of picnic tables under a shelter shed near its entry, which suits group meals. Parkside Drive Reserve has BBQ facilities for cooking outdoors. Parkside Drive Reserve has a restroom on site and drinking water available for visitors. Parkside Drive Reserve has a parking lot, and its picnic site suits family outings. Together these amenities give Parkside Drive Reserve a set of basic facilities for a half-day visit.
Sports Facilities at Parkside Drive Reserve
Parkside Drive Reserve has Harold Fraser Cricket Oval, which opened in August 1979 and serves as the reserve's cricket venue. Parkside Drive Reserve has a sports amenities building used by the Carss Park Soccer Club, which is located within the reserve grounds. Parkside Drive Reserve therefore hosts cricket and soccer activity for local sporting groups. Parkside Drive Reserve offers sports facilities that make it a useful venue for organised team play in Kogarah Bay.
Community Centre and Wetland at Parkside Drive Reserve
Kogarah Bicentennial Community Centre was constructed at Parkside Drive Reserve in 1987 and served as headquarters for the local State Emergency Service. Sydney Water, working with Georges River Council, is building a natural stormwater treatment system, known as a wetland, at Parkside Drive Reserve. The wetland project aims to improve waterway health in the Georges River. Council states that this project will greatly enhance the amenity of Parkside Drive Reserve. The community centre and the wetland show that Parkside Drive Reserve combines community services with environmental improvement works.
Facilities at Parkside Drive Reserve
Visitor tips for Parkside Drive Reserve
- ✓Head to the main car park, which sits within sight of the BBQ area, when bringing a picnic or barbecue.
- ✓Use the picnic tables near the reserve entry for group meals.
- ✓Plan a cricket visit to Harold Fraser Cricket Oval, which opened in August 1979.
- ✓Bring the kids to the leisure playground, which sits among the reserve's family facilities.
- ✓Check the Georges River wetland project progress, as it is set to enhance the site's amenity.
Getting to Parkside Drive Reserve
Parkside Drive Reserve is located at 24/26 Parkside Dr, Kogarah Bay NSW 2217, Australia. Parking is available in the reserve's parking lot, with the main car park located within sight of the BBQ area.
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- 📍Harold Fraser Reserve
- 📍Kogarah Bicentennial Community Centre (within the reserve)
- 📍Carss Park Soccer Club (sports amenities building within the reserve)
Frequently asked questions about Parkside Drive Reserve
What facilities does Parkside Drive Reserve in Kogarah Bay have?
Parkside Drive Reserve has a leisure playground, a picnic site, BBQ facilities, a restroom, drinking water and a parking lot. It also has a cluster of picnic tables under a shelter shed near its entry. The reserve includes Harold Fraser Cricket Oval and a sports amenities building for the Carss Park Soccer Club.
Does Parkside Drive Reserve have a playground for young kids?
Yes, Parkside Drive Reserve has a leisure playground for children. The playground is listed among the reserve's facilities alongside its picnic and BBQ areas.
Can I take my dog to Parkside Drive Reserve, and is it off-leash?
Yes, Parkside Drive Reserve is dog-friendly, and dogs are allowed on the reserve.
Are there BBQ facilities at Parkside Drive Reserve in Kogarah Bay?
Yes, Parkside Drive Reserve has BBQ facilities. The BBQ area is positioned near the main car park.
Are there sports fields or courts at Parkside Drive Reserve?
Yes, Parkside Drive Reserve has Harold Fraser Cricket Oval, which opened in August 1979. The reserve also has a sports amenities building used by the Carss Park Soccer Club.
Where can I park when visiting Parkside Drive Reserve, and is parking free?
Parkside Drive Reserve has a parking lot, and its main car park sits near the BBQ area. The reserve is located at 24/26 Parkside Dr, Kogarah Bay NSW 2217.