Wet N Wild Sydney Waterpark at Western Sydney Parklands

Wet n Wild Sydney Waterpark at Western Sydney Parklands

Frequently Asked Questions

What arrangements has the Western Sydney Parklands entered into?

On the 11th September 2010, the Western Sydney Parklands Trust entered into an Agreement for Lease with Prospect Aquatic Investments Pty Ltd, a subsidiary company wholly owned by Village Roadshow Limited for the development and operation of “Wet ‘n’ Wild Sydney”, a world class water theme park to be located on a 25 ha site in Prospect on Reservoir and Watchhouse Roads.

The Agreement for Lease is subject to a number of conditions including, amongst others, satisfactory planning approval. The site is in the ownership of the Western Sydney Parklands Trust as it falls within the boundaries of the Western Sydney Parklands.

In accordance with the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009, the Trust proposes to make information on the agreement for lease publicly available on the Trust’s website within the prescribed 60 day period.

Is this use allowed under current planning instruments and strategies for the Parklands?

The proposed Wet ‘n’ Wild water theme park is located within “Precinct 4” of the Western Sydney Parklands as defined within the Management Vision issued in 2004 for as part of the formation of the Western Sydney Parklands.

The Management Vision specifically identified this precinct to cater for active commercial recreation and tourism uses. A water theme park is permitted under the Western Sydney Parklands State Environmental Planning Policy.

Prospect Aquatic Investments will be submitting a Project Application to the Department of Planning under Part 3A of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act.

What is the current state of the site?

The site currently has four tenants on monthly rental arrangements and two horse agistment licences. The Trust will keep all tenants and horse agistors fully informed of progress prior to construction commencing with appropriate notice to vacate being given.

During the preparation of the Project Application, various technical studies and site surveys will be necessary. Tenants will be kept fully informed regarding any activities on the site.

How long will the lease be for?

If planning approval is given and the water park is constructed, the Trust will enter into a 50 year lease with Prospect Aquatic Investments.

What is Prospect Aquatic proposing on the site?

Prospect Aquatic Investments Pty Ltd is proposing an $80 million Wet ‘n’ Wild water theme park development including a wave pool and various water slide rides and attractions, food and beverage outlets and other complementary facilities such as beach volley ball and beach cricket facilities, music zones and capacity for live performances, events, exhibitions, dive-in movies and family picnic spaces.

The proposal includes food and beverage outlets, high quality hospitality and in park retail offerings with facilities for corporate and events sectors. The proposal also contains provision for administration and operational support buildings, supporting infrastructure and carparking.

PAI propose that the water park will operate eight months of the year.

How will heritage issues be addressed?

The Agreement for Lease includes the retention and maintenance of the Policeman’s Cottage and associated pine trees, with its renovation to be considered during master planning of the site.

How can you find out more information on the proposed Wet ‘n’ Wild water theme park?

For further information and regular project updates visit www.wetnwildsydney.com.au