Iconic Fernhill Estate in good company

Penrith’s iconic Fernhill Estate at Mulgoa is in good company as part of green parks network that includes Centennial Park and Moore Park Trust and Western Sydney Parklands Trust.

A new 50-year vision for Greater Sydney’s network of parklands was recently released.

Planning Minister Rob Stokes said the metropolitan-wide plan would ensure important parks and public spaces were protected and enhanced for years to come.

The Vision will be championed by a new Greater Sydney Parklands (GSP) government agency that brings together the Centennial Park and Moore Park Trust, Parramatta Park Trust, and Western Sydney Parklands Trusts, as well as the parklands of Callan Park and Fernhill Estate. Michael Rose AM, Chairman of the Committee for Sydney, has been appointed the Chair of GSP board.

Fernhill Estate was acquired by the NSW Government in 2018. Since May this year weekend walking tours have allowed a special glimpse into one of Australia’s most beautiful properties. Feedback was recently sought on what the future should look like at Fernhill to inform a Plan of Management for Fernhill. Penrith Council’s submission called for greater public access and year-round activation, whilst maintaining the incredible heritage elements of the site, to ensure the iconic property would be a drawcard for the City. Click here to register for the Fernhill Walking Trail.