Naming of Public Open Space and Facilities Policy Review

Consultation period: 31 August - 27 September 2026

Council recognises the importance of the names given to places. Place names help tell the story of a place, reflecting its history, identity and connection to community. To ensure a consistent and transparent approach to naming places and facilities, Council has reviewed our Policy and is seeking community feedback on the proposed changes. The Policy was last adopted in October 2022.

The Policy is closely aligned with the Geographical Names Board which has statutory authority to assign place names in New South Wales.

Key revisions to the Policy include:

  • focus on diversity and cultural heritage and Council’s commitment to transparent and consultative decision making
  • inclusion of both Aboriginal and European cultural and historical heritage
  • highlighting the need to consult with Traditional Custodians and Aboriginal organisations when considering names that recognise Aboriginal cultural heritage
  • updates to align with the Geographical Names Board requirements, policies and guidelines
  • inclusion of updated titles, terms and responsibilities.

Note: The draft Policy was updated on 1 September 2026 to correct a minor omission in the document.

Have your say

We are seeking feedback from our community on this Policy until 27 September 2026:

• online by taking the survey below

• email feedback to samconsult@ssc.nsw.gov.au

• in writing to Assets Strategy & Delivery, Sutherland Shire Council, Locked Bag 17, Sutherland 1499.

Next steps:

Following community consultation, Council will review and consider all feedback. Some changes may be made to the Policy. It will then be finalised and reported to Council for adoption. We will keep interested members of the community updated.

Consultation period: 31 August - 27 September 2026

Council recognises the importance of the names given to places. Place names help tell the story of a place, reflecting its history, identity and connection to community. To ensure a consistent and transparent approach to naming places and facilities, Council has reviewed our Policy and is seeking community feedback on the proposed changes. The Policy was last adopted in October 2022.

The Policy is closely aligned with the Geographical Names Board which has statutory authority to assign place names in New South Wales.

Key revisions to the Policy include:

  • focus on diversity and cultural heritage and Council’s commitment to transparent and consultative decision making
  • inclusion of both Aboriginal and European cultural and historical heritage
  • highlighting the need to consult with Traditional Custodians and Aboriginal organisations when considering names that recognise Aboriginal cultural heritage
  • updates to align with the Geographical Names Board requirements, policies and guidelines
  • inclusion of updated titles, terms and responsibilities.

Note: The draft Policy was updated on 1 September 2026 to correct a minor omission in the document.

Have your say

We are seeking feedback from our community on this Policy until 27 September 2026:

• online by taking the survey below

• email feedback to samconsult@ssc.nsw.gov.au

• in writing to Assets Strategy & Delivery, Sutherland Shire Council, Locked Bag 17, Sutherland 1499.

Next steps:

Following community consultation, Council will review and consider all feedback. Some changes may be made to the Policy. It will then be finalised and reported to Council for adoption. We will keep interested members of the community updated.

  • CLOSED: This survey has concluded.

    Naming of Public Open Space and Facilities Policy Review

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    Thank you for your interest in this consultation. The survey should take a few minutes to complete.

    Your feedback is important and will assist Council in finalising this Policy.

    While we won't be able to respond to each message individually, we will read and carefully consider all feedback and report back to all respondents.

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