community - 2026-07-15

What Northern Beaches locals can still have a say on this week

Source: Your Say Northern Beaches

Northern Beaches residents still have a few live chances to shape local projects, with council consultation pages this week covering Avalon Beach, Mona Vale, Freshwater and Brookvale. The issues are varied, but the practical question is the same in each case: what is still open for comment, what decision is coming next, and who is likely to feel the impact.

Northern Beaches residents still have a few live chances to shape local projects, with council consultation pages this week covering Avalon Beach, Mona Vale, Freshwater and Brookvale. The issues are varied, but the practical question is the same in each case: what is still open for comment, what decision is coming next, and who is likely to feel the impact. One of the clearest deadlines is in Avalon Beach village, where feedback on the Streets as Shared Spaces project closes on Sunday 19 July. Council says the temporary installation created under the Streets as Shared Spaces program drew community support and it has now decided to make the changes permanent. For locals, that makes this final consultation window less about a trial concept and more about locking in how the village will function as a shopping and public space. Also in Avalon, council is seeking input on the planned renewal of the playground at Avalon Beach Reserve. The proposal centres on replacing the ageing play structure, along with new safety surfacing and upgrades around the playground including paths, bins, bike racks and edge treatments. The consultation is particularly relevant for families and regular...