Northern Beaches Council’s development application (DA) to build a new community facility at Jamieson Park Reserve in Narrabeen was approved by the Northern Beaches Local Planning Panel on 16 September 2026.
The previous sports amenities building was destroyed by fire in late 2021, after which council negotiated an insurance payout of $1.9 million.
With the new build estimated at $5.3 million, the shortfall will be funded with $500,000 from the 2026/27 special rate variation and additional funds to be sourced through grants in 2027/28.
The new building will offer more storage areas for clubs such as Narrabeen Lakes Sailing Club (NLSC), model boat and dragon boat groups. It will also provide a café for public and club use, accessible shower and toilet amenities, watercraft facilities and a meeting room available to both the public and clubs.
The concept designs for the new facility were on exhibition in April and May 2024, and the DA was lodged in May this year.
NLSC’s publicity officer David Loomes told PL back in May that the club was ‘very happy’ with the design of the new building, but they were not happy they had to wait so long for a new facility. Completion time is estimated for 2028, with construction beginning in 2027.
The sailing club has been making do with temporary storage containers to store its sailing fleet and equipment since the fire.
Northern Beaches Mayor Sue Heins said it was ‘great news’ for the community and the local clubs and groups who use Jamieson Park Reserve.
“The new facility will provide modern, accessible and inclusive amenities, while also creating a welcoming space for people to enjoy one of our most popular lagoon-side reserves,” Mayor Heins said.
“Importantly, the design has been shaped by community feedback and will deliver improved facilities for current and future users.”
The new facility was designed with sustainability and accessibility in mind and includes ramps, accessible toilets, solar panels and rainwater reuse systems.
For more information, visit Council’s website.