Barton Park

Mainly used the basketball courts, there are 2 but only one was set up for basketball, the other was setup for netball. Plenty of parking. Outdoor permanent tennis tables looked good, never seen any like these before. Playground for small kids, could have had more swings, it does have a large metal slide, might get hot in summer. Soccer fields looked good. Tennis courts were available but not sure how to access or if you have to book. Some table picnic areas are also available plus toilets etc. Overall, very good and will be very popular.

Stunning brand new playground. So much to do for the kids. Huge courts to play in. Toilets too. We had a great time. See parksandadventuresofsydney on Instagram for more.

My tax dollars put to good use. Newly opened. They have taken a waste land and turned it into a fantastic community asset. Three football (soccer) fields, one with a little stadium, and a smaller training/kick around area. Looks like goals set up there permanently so casuals can play. Open access basketball courts, with netball hoops as well. Table tennis tables. A nice larger play area for the little kids. Toilets. Drinking fountains. But no BBQ facilities that I could see. I thought that was a bit strange. Tennis courts but they are locked by pin pad entry. No signs on how to book a court. Maybe that’s coming?! Large and long walking/cycling track. Not for heavy duty cyclists but good for kids learning to ride a bike. There is a fitness equipment area. Good for people wanting a light work out. Large grassy area that will be best for picnics, throwing a frisbee etc. The great is still patchy at the moment. Overall a great job team!

Barton Park in Banksia reopened in 2024 as a vibrant recreational hub, offering facilities for sports, relaxation, and nature appreciation. Located on Bestic Street in South Sydney, it features soccer fields, tennis courts, an adventure playground, and walking and cycling paths that connect to the scenic Rockdale Wetlands Corridor facilities provide a perfect setting for family gatherings, while the park’s integration of wetlands offers opportunities for birdwatching and environmental education. Balancing recreation and conservation, Barton Park has been praised for enhancing outdoor activity and fostering community connections, making it a cherished destination for locals and visitors alike.

We’ve been coming to the basketball courts to practice which are great, however there have been so many times we haven’t been able to use them because of the one court already in use and the other court has the netball rings side (that I have never seen anyone using whenever we’ve come). My partner emailed them to ask if they could change the courts back to basketball hoops but they never responded. We came today and were lucky enough to have a free end of the court, but so many others came to use the hoops as well to the point where some were trying to turn the netball rings around to get the basketball hoop or they had to use the netball ring to practice shooting. I’m not sure why they made the decision to change the poles around as the basketball hoops were so much more popular and both courts were always in use.