12Functions—generally

12 Functions—generally

12 Functions—generally

(1) The principal function of the Trust is to develop the Parklands into a multi-use urban parkland for the region of Western Sydney and to maintain and improve the Parklands on an ongoing basis.

(2) The Trust also has the following functions—

(a) to conserve, restore and enhance the natural environment of the Parklands, including through the protection of remnant bushland and the restoration of vegetation or revegetation,

(b) to conserve, restore and enhance the cultural and historical heritage of the Parklands, including its indigenous heritage and its scenic qualities,

(c) to provide or facilitate the provision of a diverse range of recreational, entertainment and tourist facilities and opportunities in the Parklands, such as major sporting facilities, private amusement and recreational attractions and accommodation,

(d) to cater, at a regional level, for a diverse range of community interests, organisations and groups, including through the provision of facilities such as multi-use community halls,

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

(f) to encourage and promote public access to and use and enjoyment of the Parklands where appropriate,

(g) to facilitate and promote the use of the Parklands for education and research (such as scientific research), including the provision of facilities for these purposes (such as camping facilities, learning centres and accommodation),

(h) to ensure that government agencies and State owned corporations continue to have access to major service infrastructure within the Parklands,

(i) to maintain the rural character of parts of the Parklands by allowing sustainable agriculture, horticulture or forestry in the Parklands,

(j) to undertake or provide, or facilitate the undertaking or provision of, commercial, retail and transport activities and facilities in or in relation to the Parklands with the object of supporting the viability of the management of the Parklands.

(3) The Trust may do all such supplemental, incidental or consequential acts as may be necessary or expedient for the exercise of its functions, including, for example, merchandising or the sale of the Trust’s expertise in relation to any matter for the purpose of raising funds for its operations.