Moore Reserve facts for kids

Moore Reserve is a large park in Sydney, Australia. It covers about 14.2 hectares, which is like 14 big football fields! The park is surrounded by the suburbs of Oatley, Mortdale, and Hurstville Grove. It's the second biggest public park in the Municipality of Kogarah.

This park wasn't always here in its current form. In the 1960s, the area was filled in with mud. This mud was dug up from Oatley Bay. Sadly, a natural stream called Renown Creek was covered up during this process. It was later replaced by concrete pipes.

How Moore Reserve Was Created

Moore Reserve was built on land that was once part of a waterway. In the 1960s, workers used mud from Oatley Bay to fill in this area. This helped create the flat land we see today.

The Wetland Project

In 2001, an artificial wetland was built in the park. A wetland is an area of land that is covered by water, like a swamp. This special wetland helps clean water naturally.

It treats about 95% of all the rainwater that flows into it. This water comes from a large area of 125 hectares. The wetland cleans the water before it flows into Oatley Bay. This helps keep the bay healthy and clean for animals and people.

Fun Things to Do at Moore Reserve

Moore Reserve has lots of cool features for everyone to enjoy. It's a great place to spend time outdoors.

• Parking: There's a big parking area, so it's easy to visit.
• Sports Fields: You'll find large open fields perfect for many sports. You can play soccer, rugby, or just run around.
• Outdoor Fitness: There's an outdoor fitness play set. It's a fun way to get some exercise.
• Walking Path: A long path goes all the way around the park. It's great for walking, jogging, or cycling.
• Playgrounds: Kids can have fun on swing sets, climbing equipment, and other play sets.
• Picnic Areas: There are picnic tables and BBQ facilities. You can have a lovely meal with your family and friends.
• Amazing Views: Enjoy beautiful views of Oatley Bay. There's even a special viewing platform for the best sights.
• Water Access: You can get right to Oatley Bay from the park. There's a boat ramp, a jetty, and a small beach.

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  Moore Reserve Wetland, with Hurstville Grove in the background

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  Moore Reserve, view from Hurstville Road