Hot water shower coming to Coogee
A hot water shower will be installed in the Coogee Beach Lower Promenade amenities. The upgrade, estimated at $80,000, includes a heavy-duty hot water unit on a timer to be installed in the family change room. Hot showers are generally not provided at beaches or ocean pools in Randwick City with McIver’s Ladies Baths and Wylies Baths the only other two facilities with hot water showers. The new shower will be installed by July 2026.

Council eyes safer and slower speeds
Randwick Council is investigating lower speed limits to boost safety. Council staff will investigate the potential for more 40km/h speed limits on residential streets and potentially 30km/h speed limits in high pedestrian traffic areas. A study will assess safety benefits, traffic impacts, and costs. Council will consult with police, schools, and local residents. Evidence shows slower speeds save lives with minimal travel delays.

Council to investigate countdown pedestrian timers
Pedestrian countdown timers could be installed at busy intersections across Randwick City under a plan being investigated by Council. Countdown timers are currently used in some areas of the Sydney CBD and Bondi Junction letting pedestrians know how many seconds they have left to cross before vehicles get a green light. Council will investigation locations including the Coogee, Randwick and Maroubra Junction town centres as well as UNSW Anzac Parade.

Tributes flow for deceased community members
Councillors held a minute’s silence and extended condolences following the recent passing of a number of respected individuals.

• Kyle Leonard – Devoted father, family man and member of the Souths Juniors rugby league competition. The 29-year-old’s funeral service was attended by 400 mourners on Friday 22 August.
• Carole Roussel – A founding supporter of the La Perouse Museum and tireless advocate for the French connection to Randwick City, Carole alongside her late husband Pierre played a pivotal role in establishing the Museum in 1988.
• Father Chris Riley AM – Founder of Youth Off the Streets, Father Riley died on 31 July at the age of 70. Father Riley’s legacy in Randwick City includes the establishment of youth services at the Hub@Lexo in South Maroubra and Bowen College in Maroubra.
• David Stratton – Renowned film critic and co-host of The Movie Show and At the Movies, David died on 14 August at the age of 85. David’s final public appearance was at Ritz Cinemas Randwick in June, where he and Margaret Pomeranz were inducted into the Australian Film Walk of Fame.
• Aunty Pam Koeneman – Respected member of the La Perouse Aboriginal community, Aunty Pam was a teacher at La Perouse Public School and dedicated her life to improving outcomes for Aboriginal people, particularly in education and health.
• Aunty Carol Timbery – a proud Gweagal and Dharawal Elder, Aunty Carol was a mother of six and grandmother to more than 20 grandchildren, as well as a great and a great-great grandmother. She was devoted to family life with deep connections from the Illawarra to north coast.
• Spyro Spyrou – A director with Souths Juniors, Spyro died on 8 August 2025. He was a well-respected board member and long-term member of the Junior League serving in many capacities including coach and manager.

Randwick Council acknowledges recent Sorry Business and extends heartfelt condolences to all family, friends and loved ones grieving at this time.

The next Council Meeting will be held on Tuesday 23 September 2025.