community - 2026-07-09

What Northern Beaches residents can comment on now, from Avalon works to Mona Vale dog beach access

Source: Your Say Northern Beaches

Northern Beaches residents have a handful of council projects worth watching this month, with decisions and consultation windows touching everything from beach access for dog owners to village street design and playground upgrades. For locals, the practical question is simple: which proposals are still open for feedback, and which dates matter if a project affects where they live, shop or spend time.

Northern Beaches residents have a handful of council projects worth watching this month, with decisions and consultation windows touching everything from beach access for dog owners to village street design and playground upgrades. For locals, the practical question is simple: which proposals are still open for feedback, and which dates matter if a project affects where they live, shop or spend time. One of the clearest issues for beach users is the proposed extension of the dog off-leash trial at Mona Vale Beach South. According to the Your Say Northern Beaches listing, Council approved the 12-month trial in August 2025, with the trial starting on 14 October 2025 and due to finish on 13 October 2026. Council is now proposing to extend that arrangement for another 12 months, through to 13 October 2027, so dog owners can continue using the beach under the trial conditions while the first year of the program is evaluated and reported back to councillors. That makes the Mona Vale item relevant not just for dog owners, but also for nearby residents and other beach users who may have a view on how the trial has worked in practice. The key local issue is whether the current...