The Nature Reserve is a site of state heritage significance because of its combination of historical, social and cultural values.

The landscaped park is complete with unique features including bridges, pavilions and waterfalls, a native wildlife park, Chinese garden, New Zealand Garden, BBQ and picnic area and large conference centre for business meetings, weddings and other varying functions, it is a popular tourist attraction located in Knox Rd, Doonside and Rooty Hill, New South Wales.

A painting by local Aboriginal artist Danny Eastwood, depicting this land grant hangs inside the Colebee Centre.

In the 1970s the land was purchased by the New South Wales State Government with the intention of turning it into a green belt for Western Sydney which was facing rapid expansion.

In May 2011, to foster ties of friendship and economic partnership the two municipalities signed a memorandum of understanding relating to the construction of an authentic Chinese garden at Nurragingy Reserve.