Curious about Moore Park Bus Roadway? Moore Park, originally part of Sydney Common, got its name in 1867. Charles Moore, the Mayor of Sydney Municipal Council, held office from 1867 to 1869. He is the reason for the name.
The City of Sydney managed the Sydney Common from 1861. Early on cows grazed here. Horses exercised on this land too. Street sweepings and night soil were regularly dumped here.
In 1866, the council dedicated land for recreation. This was the northwest section of Sydney Common. Outdoor activities became common. Cricket, lacrosse, bowls, and polo were played. Military exercises and parades also took place here. Moore Park became a hub of activity.
Parts of Moore Park hosted various entertainments. Temporary circuses appeared. There was even a rifle range. Sydney’s first zoological gardens resided here. It operated from 1879 until 1916. Then it moved to Taronga Park. The Royal Agricultural Society held the Royal Easter Show here for over a century starting in 1882. The first Australian golf club appeared in 1882 too. More recently Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras parties have been held here. The Sydney Olympics in 2000 included events here. Moore Park has a rich and varied past.
Sections of Moore Park served as a tip. Animal incineration occurred here. The Moore Park Destructor was located in the park. It also functioned as a public dog pound. This shows a different side of Moore Park’s history.
Sydney Girls’ High School in 1920 and Sydney Boys’ High School in 1928 were built. They stand on the former site of the zoological gardens. Education became part of Moore Park’s landscape.
Today Moore Park features the ES Marks Athletics Field. There is an 18-hole public golf course with a driving range. You can also find tennis and netball courts. Now it forms part of the Centennial Parklands. The NSW State government administers it. Moore Park continues to evolve.
Driving to the Entertainment Quarter? Enter via Lang Road in Moore Park. Look for the giant sign at the traffic lights for guidance. The Entertainment Quarter is fully accessible. Accessible parking spaces are available on the Ground Floor of the EQ Carpark.
Ride-sharing and taxi services offer convenient access. There is a designated area for pick-ups and drop-offs. This ensures a smooth journey to Moore Park.
Moore Park has heritage-listed sites. The Moore Park Toll House stands at Anzac Parade and Cleveland Street. It is the only two-story toll house in New South Wales.
The old showgrounds have been redeveloped. Now they are Disney Studios Australia. The Entertainment Quarter offers retail, dining, and entertainment. It includes cinemas, live venues, restaurants, and cafes.
Transdev John Holland operates bus services to Moore Park from the Sydney CBD. Light rail services from Central railway station replaced special event services in December 2019.
Moore Park houses major sporting venues. The Sydney Cricket Ground and Sydney Football Stadium are here. Several sports teams have their offices in Moore Park. The Moore Park Magpies are a local junior rugby league team.
The Hordern Pavilion is a multipurpose venue. The Royal Hall of Industries hosts exhibitions and events. Moore Park also includes Kippax Lake and the ES Marks Athletics Field. There is also the Moore Park Golf Course.
Moore Park offers 115 hectares of public space. The Park’s sports fields include basketball, tennis and netball courts. An 18-hole public golf course is also there. It is also a venue for circuses and other outdoor events. Moore Park remains a vital part of Sydney.