Councils provide and maintain attractive, safe and friendly public open spaces for the community to enjoy, get fit and make social connections.

Council facilities and services include:

• Public parks and gardens
• Playgrounds
• Barbeque, picnic, rubbish and public toilet facilities
• Tree preservation and urban greening
• Conservation of bushland reserves and wetlands
• Walking trails and shared bike paths
• Hire and permits for public open space functions and activities.

Councils also provide a range of sport and recreation services and facilities.