Central Coast Council has completed car park upgrades at Rogers Park in Woy Woy and Don Small Oval in Tacoma, enhancing safety, access and parking capacity at these well-used community sportsgrounds. Both projects were finalised in March 2025, ahead of the winter sports season.

The Rogers Park upgrade was fully funded by Central Coast Council, while the Don Small Oval upgrade was delivered by Council and jointly funded by the Australian and NSW Governments through the Community Assets Program.

Federal Minister for Emergency Management, Kristy McBain said the Community Assets Program demonstrates a commitment to rebuilding stronger, more resilient community infrastructure after disasters.

“These upgrades to the Don Small Oval represent what the program was designed for in restoring and improving disaster damaged community facilities so that they can better serve local families and sporting clubs.

“When we invest in projects like these, we’re ensuring that communities have safe and accessible spaces for people to come together, be active and create lasting memories.”

Member for Robertson, Dr Gordon Reid MP said Rogers Park in Woy Woy is a great local sporting facility that caters to a range of sports. 

“The recent upgrades to parking facilities helps to meet the increasing demand by both locals and visitors to the grounds,” Dr Reid said.

“I am pleased to be part of a Federal Government who see the importance of ensuring our community facilities are safe, functional and accessible. It is great to see these improvements complement the previous works carried out at Rogers Park.”

Minister for Regional NSW, Tara Moriarty said this upgrade was a great example of how the NSW Government is delivering practical improvements that make a real difference in people’s lives.

“By improving safety, accessibility and capacity at Don Small Oval, we’re supporting the local clubs, families and community groups who rely on this space every day - from weekend sport to community events,” said Minister Moriarty.

“This is the kind of upgrade that makes it easier for people to turn up, get involved and enjoy their local park without the hassle.”

Council Mayor Lawrie McKinna said the upgrades support participation in sport, recreation and community events.

“The upgraded car parks, and increased parking capacity, at Rogers Park in Woy Woy and Don Small Oval in Tacoma provide a much-needed boost for parking in popular spots across the region,” Mayor McKinna said.

“The parking at these two key locations is safer, more efficient and the amenity for the sports facilities and the groups using them has been improved.”

Rogers Park

At Rogers Park, a $750,000 Council-funded upgrade has resulted in more than 210 formal car spaces, including four accessible spaces and eight motorcycle bays. The new car park improves access to the surrounding sportsgrounds and complements earlier upgrades to the amenities building and pathways completed in 2022.

The improved infrastructure supports regular users including Woy Woy Roosters Junior Rugby League Club, Woy Woy Peninsula Swans AFL, Peninsula Junior Touch Football, Central Coast Cricket and monthly community markets hosted by the Lions Club.

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Don Small Oval

At Don Small Oval, a $592,116 upgrade has delivered a 2,500 square metre car park with more than 60 formal car spaces, including accessible spaces. The works also improved pedestrian access to the oval and amenities building and included landscaping repairs to areas damaged by severe weather.

The improved car park supports Wyong Lakes AFL, Central Coast Cricket and foreshore access, enhancing safety and usability for all visitors.

This project was delivered by Council and jointly funded by the Australian and NSW Governments through the Community Assets Program.

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For more information, go to Don Small Oval car park upgrade or Rogers Park car park upgrade.
 

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