15Functions—generally

15 Functions—generally

15 Functions—generally

(1) The Trust has the following functions—

(a) to conserve, restore, enhance and ensure no reduction in the extent of the net existing natural environment of the parklands estate,

(b) to conserve, restore and enhance—

(i) connection to Country for First Nations peoples, and

(ii) the heritage values of the parklands estate,

(c) to facilitate and promote the use of the parklands estate for education, environmental sustainability and scientific and other research, including by providing facilities for education and research,

(d) to encourage and promote appropriate public access and enjoyment of the parklands estate, including by catering to a diverse range of community interests, organisations and activities,

(e) to provide for and facilitate a diverse range of recreational, historical, educational, environmental, cultural, sporting, entertainment and tourism uses of the parklands estate, including by providing facilities and associated services,

(f) to facilitate the use of the parklands estate to meet community health needs and provide opportunities for, and encourage, activities that promote health and well-being in the community,

(g) to consult with, and involve, the community in planning for the parklands estate and carrying out the plans, including the provision of services and facilities within the parklands estate, by establishing a transparent process for consultation about and management of the parklands estate,

(h) to consult with community trustee boards about any advice received from the boards about the parklands estate or parts of the parklands estate,

(i) to manage and operate the GSPT estate in a way that aligns with the Government’s long-term vision for metropolitan open space and parklands within Greater Sydney,

(j) to advocate to the Government to influence the long-term vision for open space and parklands in Greater Sydney,

(k) to provide advice and recommendations to the Minister and government sector agencies about the implementation of the Government’s long-term vision for open space and parklands within Greater Sydney,