Construction has begun on a new pocket park, located on the corner of Clovelly Road and Carrington Road in Randwick.

The pocket park will replace an existing median island and slipway.

Following consultations with the local users of the area, the pocket park and plaza was designed to include:

• Increased trees and greenery across the intersection
• A multipurpose deck area that can function as a versatile community space
• Seating encouraging passers-by to stop, enjoy a morning coffee and connect with nature
• Strategic timed parking to ensure easy access to local businesses
• Pleasant night-time decorative lighting
• Greater separation between pedestrians and cars to increase safety.

Randwick City Council Mayor Philipa Veitch praised the design of the pocket park.

“With extra greenery and room for pedestrians, there will be even more to love about Clovelly Road,” she said.

“The new pocket park is set to be a communal gathering space with a village atmosphere, and is a wonderful addition to Randwick north.”

A new pocket park at the intersection of Clovelly and Carrington Roads was identified as one of seven key priority projects in the Clovelly Road Precinct Streetscape Masterplan. The plan was adopted by Randwick City Council in 2020 following extensive consultation with key stakeholders and the local community, as well as detailed site analysis.

The pocket park is scheduled to be completed by the middle of 2024, weather permitting.

View the full-sized design plan for the pocket park.