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Safer Neighbourhoods Program - Avalon Beach to Palm Beach

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  • Background

    We're committed to improving the overall travel experience and provide improved access for all road users to important locations like Palm Beach, Whale Beach and North Avalon Beach along with Governor Phillip Park.

  • What happened

    We presented a report to Council at its meeting on 15 April 2025 with revised plans based on feedback received during consultation and an independent road safety audit. Council endorsed these revised plans to be presented to the Local Traffic Committee for approval to proceed with implementation.

  • What's next

    The Local Traffic Committee meeting will be held on 6 May 2025

    The revised traffic calming infrastructure treatments, combined with an improved road layout aim to naturally reduce vehicle speeds in line with proposed speed limit changes.


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Outcome of Council meeting

The project aims to improve the overall travel experience and provide improved access for all road users to important locations like Palm Beach, Whale Beach and North Avalon Beach along with Governor Phillip Park.

The project also proposes to enhance pedestrian safety along the section of the Coast Walk route in this location, which has a high number of pedestrians using the road shoulder due to limited pedestrian facilities and topography.

We presented a report to Council at its meeting on 15 April 2025 with revised plans based on feedback received during consultation and an independent road safety audit. Council endorsed these revised plans to be presented to the Local Traffic Committee for approval to proceed with implementation, as well as the following:

  • Consider and review the proposed traffic calming measures in each area causing the greatest resident objections, such as:
    • the number of traffic calming measures
    • the need for chicanes in quiet backstreets
    • the loss of parking spaces
    • the concerns raised by residents at the 15 April 2025 meeting as well as correspondence received from residents
    • and provide the opportunity to hear representations from residents on the impact of these changes.
  • Note the consistent feedback and strong demand for more footpaths to support pedestrian safety, especially around schools, and prioritise in the future works program.
  • Write to the NSW Government asking it to consider reducing speed limits in all school zones from 40 km/h to 30 km/h, given they are areas of high pedestrian activity and the particular vulnerability of children within these areas.
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Proudly funded by the NSW and Federal Government in association with Northern Beaches Council

Project background

Safer neighbourhoods for everyone

We are seeking to improve local streets for everyone in the Avalon Beach to Palm Beach area.

We are proposing to implement safer speed limits and new traffic infrastructure treatments, to make our local residential streets pleasant places to live and visit with calmer and quieter traffic, as well as making it safer for people walking, bike riding and driving in the northern part of the peninsula.

Our Road Network Future Directions under the Move - Northern Beaches Transport Strategy 2038 includes returning residential streets to the local residents through better network management.


Revised proposal endorsed by Council 15 April 2025

At the 15 April 2025 Council Meeting, it was resolved to endorse the revised plans for implementation, subject to final approval from the Local Traffic Committee.

So that our street layouts are designed for safer speeds we are installing new infrastructure treatments such as a kerb build out, roundabouts, traffic calming devices, and signage. We are also looking to add a raised pedestrian crossing at Whale Beach Road, near the intersection with Barrenjoey Road, and new street lighting to improve safety and visibility for drivers and pedestrians. In addition, we will re-align pram ramps and improve some lane widths and line marking.

We’re proposing 40km/hr, 30km/h and 10km/h speed limits in some sections of the Avalon to Palm Beach route (not including Barrenjoey Road, as that is a state road - see zone map). A slower speed is proposed in response to the unique geography and active lifestyles of residents using neighbourhood streets in this area. By establishing a comprehensive 40km/h, 30km/h zone, and a 10km/h zone in high pedestrian beachfront car parking areas, we are taking significant steps to ensure our streets are safer and to encourage active lifestyles. Traffic calming infrastructure treatments, combined with an improved road layout aims to naturally reduce vehicle speeds in line with speed zone changes.

  • View the Council Report - Item 13.1, p.66
  • View the Attachments Booklet - p.969
  • View the Council Minutes - Item 13.1, p.18
  • Read the Community Engagement Report.

  • Key features

    Raised pedestrian crossing: a crossing at Whale Beach Road, near the intersection with Barrenjoey Road, would make it easier and safer for pedestrians.

    Improved road layout: adding line markings and removing parking at tight bends would assist drivers to stay within their lane, improve visibility, traffic flow and access for waste and emergency services vehicles.

    Safer speed: to address a long history of feedback and requests from both individual residents and local Resident Associations.

  • Key benefits

    • Improved road layout to assist with better line of sight.
    • Improved safety by reducing speed limits and an enhanced crossing.
    • Increased community connectivity.
    • Enhanced overall travel experience in the area.
    • Improved access to important locations like schools, businesses and surf clubs.
    • Better quality of life for both residents and visitors.
    • Improved ease and safety for people walking and bike riding, providing better transport options for local trips.
  • Why it matters

    Research shows that when people drive at safer speeds, there is a significant decrease in the likelihood and severity of crashes and injuries. Safer speeds would also make our streets friendlier, with less noise and fewer emissions. It will improve transport options and encourage active lifestyles by making it easier and safer to walk and ride a bike in the local neighbourhood to local destinations.

Zone map

Zone map

30 Km/h Zone map for Avalon to Palm Beach

Original concept plans

View the original concept plans

Click on each map and use the zoom function to see greater detail (5 location sheets and 1 overall scheme map).

FAQs

Frequently asked questions during exhibition

  • How is this project funded?
  • Why are some of the speed limits proposed to be reduced to 40km/h, 30km/h or 10km/h?
  • Did you update the maps/ concept designs during consultation?

Frequently asked questions during exhibition

  • How is this project funded?
  • This project is proudly funded by the NSW Government in association with Northern Beaches Council.

  • Why are some of the speed limits proposed to be reduced to 40km/h, 30km/h or 10km/h?
  • Area extending from Beach Road (Palm Beach) down to Careel Head Road (not including Barrenjoey Road as that is a State Road) are proposed to be dedicated 30km/h zones. Area extending from and including Careel Head Road to Marine Parade are proposed to be dedicated 40km zones. The two areas that have been designated 10km/h streets were chosen due to their high pedestrian activity for beach access and the need to help keep everyone safe.

  • Did you update the maps/ concept designs during consultation?
  • Yes, we updated the maps / concept designs on the 15 October following a Resident Association Meeting held on 14 October, that provided us with some feedback on the need to further clarify the maps/concept designs.

  • Is Barrenjoey Road a State Road?
  • Yes, we have no jurisdiction to make changes to the speed limit on this road (as well as Beach and Ocean Roads in Palm Beach) and it is not included as part of the Safer Neighbourhoods Program.

    In NSW, the differences between state government roads and local government roads primarily relate to their management, funding, and purpose.

    State Government roads are:

    - managed by the NSW State Government, specifically through Transport for NSW,

    - typically include major highways and arterial roads that connect regions, cities and towns,

    - are crucial for facilitating long-distance travel and freight transport, and

    - funded by state budgets and federal government allocations for maintenance and upgrades.

    Local Government roads are:

    - managed by local councils, which are responsible for the roads within their specific geographic areas,

    - local streets, access roads, and rural roads that serve residential neighborhoods and local businesses,

    - focused on maintaining accessibility for residents and businesses, and may also include recreational paths and community infrastructure, and

    - funded typically from local rates, state grants, and federal contributions.

  • Why are you proposing to install a raised pedestrian crossing?
  • Raised pedestrian crossings are more visible to motorists. They provide an opportunity for people to cross a street safely, making pedestrians more visible to drivers and reduce vehicle speed at the conflict point. The treatment clearly indicates pedestrian priority, increasing accessibility for elderly, children or people with a disability.

  • Would there be a loss of parking on Whale Beach Road if this scheme is implemented?
  • Some parking would be removed in the vicinity of the new pedestrian crossing at Whale Beach Road near the intersection of Barrenjoey Road in line with statutory requirements, to provide visibility and sight lines for pedestrian safety.

    This removal would include approx. 3 parking spaces on the northern side and approx. 3 spaces on the southern side of the Whale Beach Road intersection with Barrenjoey Road.

    Line marking adjustments around a number of tight bends would increase parking in some instances (by moving lines 3m from the kerb), and would require the removal of parking at others. This would assist drivers to stay within their lanes, improve visibility, traffic flow and ensure access for waste and emergency services vehicles.

  • How would my travel time be impacted?
  • Speed limits are a small factor in what determines your total travel time in local streets and neighbourhoods. Travel times are mostly influenced by traffic volumes and frequent stopping at intersections and traffic lights.

    Appropriate speed zones reduce the likelihood of crashes. Fewer crashes ease traffic delays and lower emissions.

  • Is a mini round about proposed in the upgrade?
  • A mini round about is being investigated for the intersection of Palm Beach Road, Sunrise Road and Pacific Road.

  • Why are you proposing to put in new street lights in some areas?
  • To comply with Australian/New Zealand Standard 1158, some new street lights are required for road safety measures. All street lights designs are carried out and installed by Ausgrid in accordance with relevant standards.

  • ​What is the process of implementing a new speed limit?
  • Following the outcomes of engagement and further design work, Council will liaise with Transport for NSW as they are responsible for determining speed limits on NSW roads.

    Speed limits are not changed until the new speed limit signs are installed. Please ensure that you always observe the posted speed limit signs on the road.

  • Are other areas currently proposed for the Safer Neighbourhoods Program?
  • Yes. The Safer Neighbourhoods Program is being proposed in a number of local traffic areas across the Northern Beaches LGA.

  • Are speed cameras an option to manage speeds?
  • The installation of speed cameras is not an option that is available to Council to manage speeds. Speed cameras can only be installed by Transport for NSW and tend to be located in locations where traffic volumes are high, compliance with applicable speeds is low and crash rates high.

    Fixed speed cameras would rarely be installed on local roads with self enforcing measures such as roundabouts or speed humps or other forms of physical traffic management devices viewed as more appropriate on local roads.

  • Why aren’t more widespread bans on boat and trailer parking being proposed as part of this proposal?
  • Council reserves the use of parking restrictions such as No Parking Motor Vehicles Excepted or 8P timed parking restrictions for locations where boats caravans and trailers are parking in large numbers.

    While Council has already introduced these types of restrictions in parts of the Avalon to Palm Beach area and may introduce further restrictions in problem locations in the future, widespread use of such restrictions within the proposed 30km/h speed limit zone is not proposed.

  • Why isn’t Council considering introducing a resident parking scheme given the parking issues in the area?
  • There are Transport for NSW guidelines which govern the introduction of resident parking schemes and Council is obliged to follow them.

    The purpose of a resident parking scheme is not to make parking on a street available for residents only, but to make it easier for residents who cannot park off-street to find parking on-street.

    Resident parking permits are only issued for vehicles which cannot be parked off-street. As most homes within the Avalon to Palm Beach area have off-street parking for their vehicles most residents would be ineligible for permits and Council is not considering introducing such a scheme.

Project timeline and construction

  • When would construction begin?
  • Construction is anticipated to commence in 2025 pending outcomes of community feedback and subject to approval of the Local Traffic Committee. We would provide a more detailed timeline of construction closer to this period.

  • What could be the potential impacts during construction?
  • We understand the difficulty of completing work without causing disruptions, especially during bad weather. We would work closely with the contractors to minimise temporary impacts on traffic, pedestrians, noise, and dust.

    To minimise traffic impacts during the day, some operations may be scheduled for nighttime. We would notify our neighbours before night work takes place.

    Residents on the affected streets would receive direct communication from the contractors with additional details prior to the commencement of any work.

Where are we up to?

  • Timeline item 1 - complete

    Open and listening

    We asked for your feedback

  • Timeline item 2 - complete

    Under review

    We have reviewed your feedback and revised the designs where possible without compromising on safety and presented it to a Council meeting.

  • Timeline item 3 - active

    Sharing what we heard

    We'll share with you what we learn from your feedback and the outcomes of the Council Meeting and Local Traffic Committee Meeting.

Related links

Council links

  • Move Northern Beaches Transport Strategy 2038
  • Northern Beaches Road Safety Plan 2019 - 2024

Transport for NSW links

  • Transport for NSW - 2026 Road Safety Action Plan
  • Transport for NSW - Speed Fact Sheet

Related links

Council links

  • Move Northern Beaches Transport Strategy 2038
  • Northern Beaches Road Safety Plan 2019 - 2024

Transport for NSW links

  • Transport for NSW - 2026 Road Safety Action Plan
  • Transport for NSW - Speed Fact Sheet

Have an enquiry?

Contact Information
Name Transport Network Team
Phone 1300 434 434
Email council@northernbeaches.nsw.gov.au
In writing

marked 'Safer Neighbourhoods Program - Avalon Beach to Palm Beach', Northern Beaches Council, PO Box 82, Manly NSW 1655



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