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.
Have your say
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:
- Online by completing the survey below
- Email us at placedesign@ssc.nsw.gov.au
- Write to the Place Design Team, Locked Bag 17, Sutherland NSW 1499
- In-person:
- Wednesday 15 October – On site at Oak Park 10.30am-12.30pm and Shelly Beach 1.30-3.30pm
- Saturday 18 October - On site at Oak Park 8.30-10.30am and Shelly Beach 11.30am-1.30pm.
Next steps
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.
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Project response to feedback
Council has carefully reviewed the feedback received during the second round of community consultation on the Oak Park and Shelly Beach Building Renewal.Key themes have been identified, and this document outlines Council’s responses and further information on how the design is being developed.
It includes how community input is informing the next stages of this important project —supporting the long‑term use and protection of these valued community facilities for generations to come.
Click the image or button below to view the response document.
Oak Park Pavilion additional detail on low-profile roof design concept and building silhouette
Shelly Beach Pavilion additional detail on low-profile roof design concept and building silhouette
Oak Park concept design detail showing existing concrete landing with new bench seat and additional lower-level landing with shower areas and access points. -
Consultation results available
Thank you to everyone who participated in this consultation.
The consultation results are now available.
To view the summary report, click here.
As well as broad community consultation, Council also engaged with the following key stakeholder groups to gather feedback on the concept design:
- Access and Inclusion Reference Group
- Seniors Advisory Group
- Multicultural Advisory Group
- Skillz4Me
- Brass Monkeys
- Shelly Beach Rockpool Group
- Jellybeans Swim Group
- Sandshoes Boardriders Club
Click the image to view the full summary.
