Leisure and Open Space Planning

Planning the Future of Community Places & Experiences

CT Management Group supports councils and public sector organisations to plan, deliver and optimise the spaces where communities live, play, connect and belong. With deep local government expertise and a national network of specialists, we help you make informed decisions about recreation, sport and open space assets ensuring your community benefits today.

Plan Community Spaces with Confidence

Build Sustainable, Evidence-Based Strategies for Recreation, Sport & Open Space

Effective planning of leisure, sport and open space is essential to community wellbeing and long-term service sustainability. CT Management Group helps organisations understand community needs, future demand, infrastructure gaps and asset performance enabling clear prioritisation and investment clarity.

Our solutions enable councils to:

Find the Right Planning Support for Your Community Spaces

Use our guided search bar to instantly find the planning and advisory services that match your project needs. Whether you’re looking for strategic planning, asset assessments, community consultation or master planning, simply enter a keyword to view all relevant solutions. Find the right support and see how CT Management Group can strengthen your recreation and open space outcomes.

Compliant, evidence-based Crown Land Plans of Management that reflect local context, legislative requirements and community expectations to support responsible, long-term land management. 
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Specialist recreation, sport and open space planners available on demand to uplift capability, support project delivery and provide expert guidance whenever councils need extra capacity.
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Specialist recreation, sport and open space planners available on demand to uplift capability, support project delivery and provide expert guidance whenever councils need extra capacity.
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Specialist asset management for recreation, sport and open space assets, integrating lifecycle planning, community needs and sustainability to support long-term service delivery. 
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Independent service reviews that assess performance, demand, costs, risks and service levels across sport, recreation, and facility management to strengthen delivery, sustainability and community outc
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Evidence-based sport facility master plans that prioritise investment, guide development and ensure facilities meet community needs, future demand and long-term sustainability requirements.
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Evidence-based business cases and feasibility studies demonstrating need, benefits and investment value for recreation, sport and open space projects, supporting confident funding decisions.
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Long-term recreation & open space planning that balances community needs, population growth & resource constraints to guide future investment, infrastructure priorities & sustainable service delivery.
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Inclusive and evidence-based community engagement for recreation, sport, open space and infrastructure projects, ensuring community voices shape planning, service and investment decisions.
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Leisure & Open Space Planning Solutions

Strategic and Operational support across the full Recreation, Sport & Open Space Lifecycle

Councils are responsible for managing complex and diverse open space and recreation networks from playgrounds, sporting reserves and aquatic facilities to community parks, natural areas and Crown Land assets. With increasing demand, cost pressures and growing community expectations, strategic and sustainable planning has never been more important. Our experienced team and Associates bring specialised expertise across the entire Leisure & Open Space Planning spectrum.

Evidence-Based Planning for Sustainable Community Outcomes
End-to-End Asset & Infrastructure Expertise
Capability uplift through Specialist Support
Development of Community-Led, Investment-Ready Solutions

Trusted by government organisations across Australia

Ready to Build Sustainable, Community-Led Open Space Solutions?

CT Management Group supports councils to plan, manage and invest in recreation, sport and open space assets with confidence. Using evidence, engagement and deep sector expertise, we help organisations shape long-term strategies, improve service performance and deliver equitable, sustainable community outcomes.

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Shape the Future of Your Community Spaces

Partner with CT Management Group to develop informed, sustainable and community-focused strategies for recreation, sport and open space.