Kiama Council will hold a couple of pop-ups in Gerringong and Kiama to get feedback on the draft masterplans for two of the area's most popular sports and recreation precincts: the Kiama Sports Complex and South Werri Beach Reserve.

The draft masterplans are on exhibition with submissions closing on 5 August.

Council's first pop-up on the South Werri project will be at Gerringong Town Hall on Thursday (24 July) from 4-6pm folllowed by another at Kiama Sports Complex next Saturday (26 July) from 9-11am.

The final masterplans will lay out the future for these two important facilities, setting out the long-term designs, an important part in attracting the necessary government funding to carry out necessary upgrades.

Kiama Mayor Cameron McDonald said it was essential for as many people as possible to share their thoughts, questions or concerns.

“Our vision is for a healthy, sustainable and caring community and these two precincts have and will continue to play a big role in making that vision a reality,” Cr McDonald said.

“We’ve had lots of feedback, but there’s still time for make your voice heard, so these masterplans can deliver what our community wants.”

The draft masterplan for the South Werri Reserve has been designed to reflect the community’s desire to preserve as much native habitat as possible while creating more opportunities for recreation.

This includes an improved playground, picnic area, skate park and pumptrack, new basketball court, renewed tennis courts, seating, pathways, shade trees and vegetation.

The Kiama Sports Complex Masterplan, which includes the Kiama Leisure Centre, addresses the need for significant upgrades to the playing surface, lighting, buildings and amenities, which are nearing the end of their lifespan.

It provides options for an integrated design with high-quality infrastructure and amenities, that enhance sport participation.