Join the Black Rock Motor Resort
Community Consultative Panel

Black Rock Motor Resort is seeking passionate and engaged members of the community to join its Community Consultative Panel.

The Black Rock Motor Resort is an exciting new project on the former Rhondda Colliery site in Wakefield, Lake Macquarie. The resort will feature a state-of-the-art driving facility, accommodation, dining, and entertainment options, creating a unique destination for driving enthusiasts and visitors to the region.

Community

The Community Consultative Panel is a forum for representatives from the community, stakeholder groups, and Black Rock Motor Resort to discuss project matters, share information, and provide feedback. The panel plays a consultative role so that community perspectives are considered throughout the project's development and operation.
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The Black Rock Motor Resort Community Consultative Panel is independently chaired by Professor Roberta Ryan.
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Expressions of interest to join the Community Consultative Panel closed on 13 June 2025, and details of the membership will be shared in August following the Panel's first meeting.
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Meeting minutes and actions will be managed by Professor Ryan, and will be available on this page following each meeting.
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For more information about the panel please contact Kate Robinson by email at kate@forward-thinking.net.au or by phone on 0408 115 467.

Who should apply?

We are seeking members who:
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Live, work, or own land in the Lake Macquarie and Lower Hunter region

Have an interest in the Black Rock Motor Resort project and its potential opportunities and impacts

Can represent and communicate the interests of their local community or a stakeholder group, and share information back through their networks
Are committed to constructive dialogue and collaboration.

Key responsibilities for committee members

Attend and actively participate in Community Consultative Panel meetings, which will be held approximately four times a year at the Black Rock Motor Resort
Review project-related information and provide feedback
Share information and updates with their community and / or stakeholder group.

How to apply

Interested people are encouraged to submit an expression of interest providing:
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Information about their ability and experience in representing the views of their community or stakeholder group
Information about any affiliations with community or stakeholder groups
Reasons for wanting to join the Community Consultative Panel
Contact details (email and phone).
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Address your expression of interest to:
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Roberta Ryan – Chair, Black Rock Community Consultative Panel
c/o Kate Robinson at kate@forward-thinking.net.au
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Applications close at 5pm on 13 June 2025.
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To determine the final membership of the panel, you may be contacted by Roberta or Kate to discuss your expression of interest.

Further information

For more information about the panel please contact Kate Robinson by email at kate@forward-thinking.net.au or by phone on 0408 115 467.

Join the Black Rock Motor Resort Community Consultative Panel