We want to make it easy and enjoyable for you to use our great places, like Avalon Beach village. So, through a trial we created a new safer space for people to shop and relax under the Streets as Shared Spaces program.

To create the temporary shared space, we widened footpaths, moved pedestrian crossings and installed seating and shade structures to enhance outdoor dining areas. A 10km/hour speed limit for vehicles was introduced.

At the completion of the 12-month trial, we asked you to share your feedback on how you used the space and presented a report to Council. At the meeting in August 2024, Council resolved to maintain the installation.

At the Council meeting on 17 December 2025, Council accepted the tender of Nangle Pty Ltd for design services for streetscape upgrades, including the seating, other infrastructure and plantings in the shared space. Nangle as the landscape architect, will lead a team of experts including civil, hydraulic and stormwater engineers.

The design will be in keeping with the character of Avalon Beach and we will share the design with you. Click the + Follow button below to register for project updates.

The Streets as Shared Spaces program is funded by the Department of Planning, Industry and Environment. The program trials projects which test ideas for permanent improvements to local streets, paths and public spaces.

It is also a key action in the My Place - Avalon Beach Plan, following extensive community feedback.

Some of the key changes included:

• widening footpaths and enhancing outdoor dining areas
• moving pedestrian crossings
• installing planter boxes and seating
• installing shade structure - charge your phone while enjoying a treat from your local cafes.