FAQs

The City's Reserve Naming and Memorial Policy requires reserve naming proposals that are considered to have merit to be publicly exhibited before a decision is made. Community feedback helps the City understand local views and make an informed decision.

Reserve names help people identify places and can recognise local history, culture, significant people, geographical features and connections to place. They contribute to a community's identity and sense of place.

Yes. Under the City's Reserve Naming and Memorial Policy, a reserve may be named after a significant individual or family where they have a strong connection to the area and have made a significant contribution to the community, demonstrated outstanding civic service, or donated significant property or funds for community benefit.

The City considers a range of factors, including whether the proposed name:

• Has a meaningful connection to the local area or community
• Is unique and not easily confused with another place name
• Meets community standards
• Is culturally appropriate and unlikely to cause offence
• Complies with Council's policy and relevant NSW naming guidelines.

Yes. You are welcome to provide feedback on the proposal, including suggesting an alternative name and the reasons you believe it should be considered. Council will consider all submissions received during the exhibition period.

The City generally seeks to retain established reserve names. Renaming an existing reserve is only considered in limited circumstances, such as where the name is no longer appropriate, may cause distress to the community, or otherwise meets the criteria outlined in the Reserve Naming and Memorial Policy.

Council considers community feedback and determines whether to support the proposed reserve name. If Council endorses the proposal, it may then be submitted to the NSW Geographical Names Board for formal approval before the name can be officially adopted.

The Geographical Names Board (GNB) is the NSW Government authority responsible for the official naming of places across New South Wales. The Board ensures place names are appropriate, consistent and comply with relevant legislation and naming standards.

All submissions will be reviewed and considered by the City staff. A report will then be presented to Council summarising the feedback received and seeking a decision on the proposal. If endorsed, the proposal may proceed to the NSW Geographical Names Board for further consideration and approval. 

Submissions may be included in reports to Council and may be publicly available in accordance with the City's legislative obligations and privacy requirements. Personal information will be managed in accordance with applicable privacy legislation.