COOK RESERVE

Public BBQ

After four decades of municipal neglect, Cook Reserve has undergone the sort of transformation that makes you wonder what took them so long. The council has finally given this small park in Ruse a proper makeover, installing gleaming electric barbecues that actually work, decent seating with shade, and a playground that won't give parents nightmares. The new equipment includes slides, swings, a trampoline, and rope climbing apparatus that keeps the kids entertained while adults can pretend to exercise on the limited outdoor fitness gear. The automatic toilets are refreshingly clean, a minor miracle in suburban park standards. There's even proper landscaping, though you'll still find the occasional broken bottle lurking about, because some traditions die hard. It's transformed from a sad patch of grass into something families actually want to visit, proving that sometimes local councils do get things right, even if it takes them half a century to manage it.

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Cnr Junction &, Cook Rd, Ruse NSW 2560, Australia
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Address
Cnr Junction &, Cook Rd, Ruse NSW 2560, Australia
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Generally No! The BBQs are first come, first serve. However, if you plan on having a larger event then please check with Campbelltown council.

Come prepared with the right essentials, and you'll enjoy a fun day of barbecuing in COOK RESERVE. For more information, check out our What to Bring to a Public BBQ guide.

Aussie public BBQs are simple to use. Majority of sites listed on this website are gas or electric BBQs. Simply press the button and it will turn on for a set amount of time (10-20 minutes).

We do also list wood fired BBQs on this site, so check the above descriptions and photos to be prepared.

Check out our How To Use Public BBQ Guide for further information.

Did you turn it on properly? Check out our How to Use Public BBQ guide.

If you are convinced that the BBQ has issues, then contact Campbelltown council and let them know it's faulty.

You should first check with Campbelltown council about the rules and restrictions.

Generally, it is permissible to utilize your own gas BBQ, provided it remains under continuous supervision. However, the usage of Charcoal BBQ's is typically restricted, with the exception of parks equipped with designated charcoal disposal bins.

Check out our guide on Portable BBQs in Aussie Parks and Beaches for more information.