Concept Design - Oak Park and Shelly Beach Buildings Renewal
Following consultation with the local community, Council is pleased to provide an update on the heritage-significant buildings renewal at Oak Park and Shelly Beach in Cronulla.
These iconic buildings are much-loved by locals and visitors alike, and we want to make sure they continue to serve the community well into the future, while retaining their heritage value and character.
Proposed concept designs have been developed, incorporating feedback we received from our community.
The draft design includes:
Upgraded amenities at Oak Park and Shelly Beach Pavilions, including toilets, showers, and changing rooms
New accessible paths linking the Esplanade to both upper and lower levels of each Pavilion
Updated lighting and security features
Incorporating new lightweight roofing for the open areas of each Pavilion
Landscaping and planting.
At Oak Park we’ve also extended the scope based on community feedback to include:
renewal of the stairs and platform south of the Pavilion
relocation of the outdoor shower.
At Shelly Beach, the draft design also includes:
A new, compliant ramp for the Shelly Beach Ocean Pool
A larger, fully inclusive changing area with a Changing Places facility at the existing Dressing Shelter site
Renewing the roof and internal layout of the Picnic Shelter for better accessibility
Improved accessible pathways connecting the Esplanade to all buildings and the ocean pool, meeting current standards.
The renewal of these areas will ensure they are restored, making them safe, compliant, as well as more accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
We want to hear your thoughts on the draft concept designs for the renewal work at Oak Park and Shelly Beach. Do the designs meet your expectations and is there anything we’ve missed? Share your thoughts and feedback until 5 November 2025:
Following consultation, all feedback received will be carefully reviewed and considered. The plans will be further developed, and designs finalised, with the final concept to be shared in 2026. Construction is expected to start in 2027 after the summer season. We will keep our community informed of progress.
Following consultation with the local community, Council is pleased to provide an update on the heritage-significant buildings renewal at Oak Park and Shelly Beach in Cronulla.
These iconic buildings are much-loved by locals and visitors alike, and we want to make sure they continue to serve the community well into the future, while retaining their heritage value and character.
Proposed concept designs have been developed, incorporating feedback we received from our community.
The draft design includes:
Upgraded amenities at Oak Park and Shelly Beach Pavilions, including toilets, showers, and changing rooms
New accessible paths linking the Esplanade to both upper and lower levels of each Pavilion
Updated lighting and security features
Incorporating new lightweight roofing for the open areas of each Pavilion
Landscaping and planting.
At Oak Park we’ve also extended the scope based on community feedback to include:
renewal of the stairs and platform south of the Pavilion
relocation of the outdoor shower.
At Shelly Beach, the draft design also includes:
A new, compliant ramp for the Shelly Beach Ocean Pool
A larger, fully inclusive changing area with a Changing Places facility at the existing Dressing Shelter site
Renewing the roof and internal layout of the Picnic Shelter for better accessibility
Improved accessible pathways connecting the Esplanade to all buildings and the ocean pool, meeting current standards.
The renewal of these areas will ensure they are restored, making them safe, compliant, as well as more accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
We want to hear your thoughts on the draft concept designs for the renewal work at Oak Park and Shelly Beach. Do the designs meet your expectations and is there anything we’ve missed? Share your thoughts and feedback until 5 November 2025:
Following consultation, all feedback received will be carefully reviewed and considered. The plans will be further developed, and designs finalised, with the final concept to be shared in 2026. Construction is expected to start in 2027 after the summer season. We will keep our community informed of progress.
Thank you for your interest in the draft designs for renewal work at Oak Park and Shelly Beach. This survey should only take a few minutes to complete.
We’ve developed concept designs based on community feedback and expert heritage design advice. Share your feedback to help shape spaces that are accessible, inclusive, and enjoyable for everyone.
We won’t be able to respond to all individual comments but will consider all feedback and share the results with the community.
Concept Design - Oak Park and Shelly Beach Buildings Renewal is currently at this stage
Feedback will inform a draft design or 'concept' plan which will be available for community review and input between 1 October and 5 November 2025.
Feedback on the draft design will inform the detailed design (expected to be finalised in 2026).
Construction
this is an upcoming stage for Concept Design - Oak Park and Shelly Beach Buildings Renewal
Information about the building renewal work, timing and any community impacts may be documented here. Constuction is currently expected to start after the summer season in 2027.
