Campbelltown Billabong Parklands Project FAQs

The project is funded by Council, the Australian Government and NSW Government under the Western Sydney Liveability Program ($31 million) and additional funding for gateway areas around the site provided by the NSW Government Public Spaces Legacy Fund ($3.6 million).

Construction on the parklands started in June 2020.

The facility is scheduled to be open in September 2023.

Construction will not impact the surrounding venues and parking is still available. Some parking may be affected during peak construction periods.

The four water recreation spaces will vary in depth, from the zero-depth splash play area to a maximum 2-metre depth in the main swimming pool, known as the Billabong.

Lifeguards will be employed in accordance with water safety standards.

Entry to the Billabong will be free. Entry to the Billabong Parklands will be controlled via a gated entry system to ensure it does not exceed capacity during peak summer periods.

The Billabong Parklands will be open all year round, but access to the pools may be affected during the cooler months.

We are still considering operating hours and will determine these at a later date.

Yes, the facility will incorporate a range of public transport options including a bus drop off area, connected to local train stations.

The Campbelltown Billabong Parklands must meet the same standards as any public swimming pool. Water is provided through an efficient filtration and pump system to each section of the pools.

An option for food trucks has been incorporated into the design and there are a range of nearby food options in the Campbelltown CBD.