Reviewing our Sport Strategy and Implementation Plan

We’re reviewing the Sutherland Shire Sport Strategy and Implementation Plan (2022–2037) to reflect how people play, train and stay active today — and what will be needed in the years ahead.

We know things are changing, not just in how people play, but in what they value in shared spaces and public facilities. The new strategy won't just about organised sport; it will also be about creating welcoming, flexible spaces for informal and social activity. As our community grows, we want to make sure everyone has fair access to quality sports spaces, no matter where they live.

The overall strategic direction set by Council remains in place. However, as part of this review, we want to identify opportunities to strengthen or update the strategy where needed.

A key part of this review is updating the Implementation Plan. The new implementation plan will guide priorities for investment, facilities, programs and policy, helping to deliver positive outcomes for health, inclusion and liveability in the years ahead. This will ensure sport and recreation in Sutherland Shire continues to evolve with community needs.

Consultation history

If you use, play in, or have an interest in local sport and recreation spaces, this is your chance to have your say on what comes next.

We want to hear from everyone who uses or cares about local sport — from organised clubs and volunteers to those who enjoy a casual game with friends or simply use public spaces to stay active.

You can share your feedback a few ways:

  • Taking the short survey or sharing your stories and ideas below.
  • Email us sport@ssc.nsw.gov.au

  • In writing 'Sports Unit, Sutherland Shire Council, Locked Bag 17, Sutherland NSW 1499'.

Feedback closed Sunday 7 December 2025.

Tell us your story

Sport means something different to everyone and we loved hearing your stories and ideas.

Every experience helps us see the bigger picture of how sport shapes life in Sutherland Shire. Maybe you’ve found lifelong friends through a local team, achieved a personal milestone, or seen someone from our community go from local club sport to competing at elite levels.

Your stories and ideas help highlight the real impact of sport and recreation across Sutherland Shire and guide our future planning. Check them out below.

Next steps

We will review and consider all feedback received which will be used to inform our new draft Sport Strategy and Implementation Plan. We will be seeking further comments on the draft in 2026. We will continue to share information and keep our community updated.

We’re reviewing the Sutherland Shire Sport Strategy and Implementation Plan (2022–2037) to reflect how people play, train and stay active today — and what will be needed in the years ahead.

We know things are changing, not just in how people play, but in what they value in shared spaces and public facilities. The new strategy won't just about organised sport; it will also be about creating welcoming, flexible spaces for informal and social activity. As our community grows, we want to make sure everyone has fair access to quality sports spaces, no matter where they live.

The overall strategic direction set by Council remains in place. However, as part of this review, we want to identify opportunities to strengthen or update the strategy where needed.

A key part of this review is updating the Implementation Plan. The new implementation plan will guide priorities for investment, facilities, programs and policy, helping to deliver positive outcomes for health, inclusion and liveability in the years ahead. This will ensure sport and recreation in Sutherland Shire continues to evolve with community needs.

Consultation history

If you use, play in, or have an interest in local sport and recreation spaces, this is your chance to have your say on what comes next.

We want to hear from everyone who uses or cares about local sport — from organised clubs and volunteers to those who enjoy a casual game with friends or simply use public spaces to stay active.

You can share your feedback a few ways:

  • Taking the short survey or sharing your stories and ideas below.
  • Email us sport@ssc.nsw.gov.au

  • In writing 'Sports Unit, Sutherland Shire Council, Locked Bag 17, Sutherland NSW 1499'.

Feedback closed Sunday 7 December 2025.

Tell us your story

Sport means something different to everyone and we loved hearing your stories and ideas.

Every experience helps us see the bigger picture of how sport shapes life in Sutherland Shire. Maybe you’ve found lifelong friends through a local team, achieved a personal milestone, or seen someone from our community go from local club sport to competing at elite levels.

Your stories and ideas help highlight the real impact of sport and recreation across Sutherland Shire and guide our future planning. Check them out below.

Next steps

We will review and consider all feedback received which will be used to inform our new draft Sport Strategy and Implementation Plan. We will be seeking further comments on the draft in 2026. We will continue to share information and keep our community updated.

  • CLOSED: This survey has concluded.

    Sport Strategy Review - Survey

    263 responses

    Thank you for sharing your views. Your feedback will help Council understand which areas are most important to the community and how well our progress is being experienced.

    The results will inform the upcoming review of the draft Sport Strategy and Implementation Plan guiding decisions about where to focus effort and investment over the next stage. 

Page last updated: 11 Dec 2025, 04:13 PM