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Avalon and Mona Vale Catholic Schools to Share Principal Under CSBB Changes

Maria Regina Catholic Primary School in Avalon and Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School in Mona Vale are set to share a principal under a Catholic Schools Broken Bay leadership restructure affecting 14 primary schools across the Northern Beaches and North Shore. The Pittwater schools are one of seven pairs moving to a model in which a principal divides their time between two campuses.

Maria Regina is currently led by principal Kirsty Thorpe and Sacred Heart by principal Louise O’Brien, according to current Pittwater Parish material. Both schools are part of the same parish network, alongside Mater Maria Catholic College at Warriewood.

Seven school pairs included in leadership change

The broader plan pairs St Joseph’s Narrabeen with St Rose Collaroy, St John the Apostle Narraweena with St Kevin’s Dee Why, Our Lady of Good Counsel Forestville with St Martin’s Davidson, and St Mary’s Manly with St John the Baptist Freshwater. Schools at Asquith, Berowra, Carlingford and Epping are also included.

CSBB Director of Schools Danny Casey has described the model as a way to strengthen collaboration, build leadership capacity and share expertise between school communities. The system has said affected schools will retain their individual identities and continue to be supported by on-site leadership teams.

The Pittwater pairing also reflects an existing parish connection. The Catholic Parish of Pittwater covers communities from Warriewood north to Palm Beach and has two churches — Sacred Heart at Mona Vale and Maria Regina at Avalon — associated with the two primary schools.

Union challenges consultation process

The Independent Education Union of Australia NSW/ACT Branch lodged a dispute with the Fair Work Commission on 2 September after the shared-principal plan was announced. The union alleges CSBB failed to meet consultation requirements for a major workplace change under relevant enterprise agreements.

Union officials have questioned how principals will manage responsibilities across two schools and whether staffing will be increased when principals divide their time between campuses. The union has described the new positions as effectively creating part-time principals at individual schools.

CSBB disputes the union’s position and says it complied with its obligations under the enterprise agreement. The agreement contains specific provisions requiring consultation where an employer proposes a major workplace change, leaving the industrial dispute to determine whether those requirements were met in the circumstances.

Funding pressure underpins CSBB case

CSBB has linked the restructure to changes in government funding for non-government schools. Casey has said the diocese has experienced an annual funding reduction of about $90 million, particularly affecting schools in Sydney’s north, and has argued that sharing principals will reduce leadership costs and direct more resources towards students.

Commonwealth funding rules use a Capacity to Contribute score for most non-government schools. The Australian Government says the score affects the amount of base recurrent funding a school attracts and is calculated using a Direct Measure of Income based on the median income of parents or guardians. The system has applied to all relevant schools since 2022.

CSBB has argued that the revised funding environment has made maintaining smaller schools more difficult and that shared leadership can limit pressure on fees while preserving spending on classroom education.

Parent petition seeks pause to rollout

A parent-led petition is calling for CSBB to pause the leadership model until the Fair Work Commission dispute is resolved and further consultation occurs with families, staff and school communities. Maria Regina and Sacred Heart are among the 10 Northern Beaches schools named in the petition.

The petition raises concerns about transparency, school stability and consultation before the rollout was announced. Questions also remain about how responsibilities will be divided between campuses and what senior leadership support will be available when the principal is at the other school.

Published 8-Sept-2026

Avalon Beach Clean-Up Keeps North Avalon Locals Turning Out Through Summer

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Avalon knows how to rally around the beach. That is why the Avalon Beach clean-up fits here so well. Surfrider Foundation Northern Beaches is continuing its Adopt a Beach program at Des Creagh Reserve, also known as the North Avalon Beach Lookout. The focus is simple. Keep plastic and other pollution off the sand and out of the water.

The Avalon Beach clean-up gives locals a practical way to help. It suits a suburb that already takes pride in its shoreline. People here do not need much convincing. They know a clean beach makes a better day for everyone.

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A monthly habit with local value

The clean-ups are still running on the first Sunday of each month through December 2026, from 3pm to 4pm. That steady rhythm matters. It turns community care into something ordinary and repeatable. It also makes it easier for families, regular walkers and weekend swimmers to drop in.

The spot itself suits the task. Des Creagh Reserve has that open coastal feel that makes a clean-up feel natural rather than formal. It is a place where locals already pause, meet and take in the view. Now it also serves as a meeting point for action.

More than picking up litter

The Avalon Beach clean-up is not only about collecting rubbish. It is also about building a local habit around care and connection. Surfrider is backing each event with social catch-ups after the clean-up, supported by local business partners. That makes the afternoon feel less like a chore and more like a community ritual.

There is also a wider purpose. The program stretches from Palm Beach to Manly, so Avalon is part of a much bigger shoreline effort. Every suburb adds to the same result. Every bag collected helps.

For updates, Surfrider Northern Beaches is sharing information through Instagram. On clean-up days, look for the Surfrider Adopt a Beach teardrop banners on beachfront reserves. They mark the spot and keep things easy.

Avalon has always valued its beach. The Avalon Beach clean-up gives the suburb a direct way to show it.

Published 7-September-2026

Avalon Residents Revisit Bilgola Bends Tradition After Signs Disappear

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For generations of Northern Beaches residents, the Bilgola Bends signs have marked birthdays, weddings, homecomings and other personal milestones along Barrenjoey Road between Newport and Avalon, but the disappearance of many ageing displays has reopened debate over how the tradition should be maintained.

The handwritten and painted messages have appeared along the winding stretch for decades, with signs known to have been placed there since at least the 1970s.

Over the years, they have celebrated engagements, anniversaries, declarations of love, family occasions and returning travellers. Some residents have recalled reading them while growing up in the area, while others remember putting up signs for their own family milestones or seeing them on trips towards Palm Beach.

For those residents, the signs became a familiar feature of the drive through the Northern Beaches.

Bilgola Bends Signs Prompt Mixed Reactions

Support for the tradition has not removed concerns about how long individual signs remain in place.

Recent community discussion included complaints about signs that had faded, fallen to the ground, turned around or remained beside the road long after the occasion they marked.

Some residents said older signs had become untidy or contributed to litter along the bends. Others raised concerns about nails and staples being left on power poles.

Even among those who supported the tradition, a recurring view was that people who put up signs should remove them within a reasonable period.

Residents described enjoying newer messages while objecting to displays that remained for months or years. Others recalled the signs as part of the area’s character and a familiar feature when travelling north.

The discussion has therefore centred not only on whether the signs should remain, but also on how the tradition is looked after.

community tradition — Photo Credit: Google Maps

Mystery Remains Over Recent Removal

The latest disappearance of signs has added another element to the long-running discussion.

Ausgrid said it had not directed workers to remove signs from the Bilgola Bends and had received no official public complaints about them. The electricity distributor also said attaching signs or posters to power poles is illegal.

NBC said its cleansing team had not removed them, while Transport for NSW, which maintains Barrenjoey Road as a state road, also denied taking them down.

Who removed the signs remains unclear.

There has been an earlier documented removal. A photograph from July 2011 showed a ranger from the former Pittwater Council taking down a sign from the bends.

Tradition Continues Near Avalon

Despite the recent clean-up, the roadside custom has not disappeared.

At least three new signs appeared near the roundabout at the northern end of the Bilgola Bends in the past week.

Their return follows decades of residents using the stretch between Newport and Avalon to mark occasions that might otherwise have remained private, while the continuing debate has focused on ensuring old signs do not remain long after those moments have passed.

Published 5-August-2026

Sextortion Scams Hit Close to Home as Avalon Teen Among Local Victims

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Two Northern Beaches teenage boys — including a 17-year-old from Avalon Beach — have been targeted in sextortion scams within a single week, prompting a warning from Northern Beaches Police Area Command for parents and young people to be alert to the growing threat online.

The incidents, both investigated by local police, follow a pattern that authorities say is becoming increasingly common. A scammer makes contact through a social media platform while posing as a young woman, builds a romantic conversation, and eventually persuades the target to share intimate images. Once that material is in the scammer’s hands, the mask drops — and the demands begin.

In the first case, on 3 July 2026, a scammer reached out to the Avalon Beach teenager via Instagram. After the conversation turned sexual, the boy shared private photos, at which point the person on the other end revealed himself to be a man. He demanded $500 and threatened to send the images to everyone in the boy’s contact list. The boy was directed to pay via Amazon gift card, but Amazon flagged the transaction as suspicious and blocked it. As the scammer continued pressing for money, police were called and officers attended the teen’s home — listening in as the conversation continued. Based on what was heard, police believe the offender was located in Texas, in the United States.

A second incident followed just two days later, on 5 July. A 17-year-old from Beacon Hill had been in contact with someone he believed to be a girl on social media, before the conversation was moved to the encrypted messaging app Telegram. After intimate images were exchanged, the scammer demanded $300 or threatened to forward the images to the boy’s contacts. This time, it was the teen’s parents who stepped in — blocking the offender and alerting police before any payment was made. Officers believe the person behind this scam was operating out of the Philippines.

In both cases, the boys reported the incidents to police and blocked the scammers from making any further contact.

The timing of these local incidents coincides with growing national concern. Australia’s online safety regulator received more than 3,300 reports of sexual extortion last year, with young men the most targeted group. A separate eSafety report covering the second half of 2025 found Instagram and WhatsApp were mentioned in more than 1,300 sextortion complaints during a six-month reporting period, with offenders commonly using those platforms to contact victims before requesting intimate material. The Daily Aus iTech Post

Research jointly conducted by eSafety and the Australian Institute of Criminology found one in three adolescents had experienced sextortion, with more than half having that experience before they turned 16. Head Topics

The Australian eSafety Commissioner defines sextortion as a form of blackmail where someone threatens to share a nude or sexual image or video unless their demands are met. Police and the eSafety Commissioner advise anyone targeted to stop all contact immediately and not to pay any money or provide further images.

If you or someone you know has been affected, support is available:

Kids Helpline (for those under 25): 1800 551 800
Lifeline (for those 18 and over): 13 11 14 — by call, text, or chat

Further information and guidance on responding to sexual extortion is available through the Australian Government eSafety Commissioner website.

Published 13-July-2026

Major Police Operation in Avalon Ends With Man Taken to Hospital

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A major police operation in Avalon ended with a 44-year-old man taken to hospital for a mental health assessment after specialist officers responded to a residential property in Therry Street.

Specialist Units Called To Therry Street

NSW Police and NSW Ambulance were called to the Avalon Beach property shortly after 3:45 pm on Saturday, 9 May, following reports of an armed man making threats of harm to himself and others.

The incident took place at a home in Therry Street, a cul-de-sac off George Street. As the response developed, officers from Northern Beaches Police Area Command were joined by specialist police, including the Tactical Operations Unit, the Public Order and Riot Unit, and police negotiators.

NSW Ambulance paramedics equipped for tactical operations also attended the scene.

The street was blocked off while emergency crews managed the response. Nearby residents reported hearing yelling from the property before police arrived, but the position of the home up a steep driveway limited visibility from the street.

Avalon Police Operation Draws Local Attention

The number of sirens and emergency vehicles drew residents and other locals towards the area as the operation continued. People gathered nearby on foot, on e-bikes and in cars, with Therry Street becoming congested at one stage.

Police directed onlookers to move well away from the scene while officers worked to bring the incident under control.

Police later clarified that the man was alone inside the property and that the public was not at risk. They also indicated that mental health was a significant factor in the incident.

Man Taken For Assessment After Taser Deployment

Negotiators were used during the operation, which continued for about two hours. Shortly after 5:45 pm, the man was subdued with a taser, restrained and brought out of the property.

He was placed into an intensive care ambulance and taken under police escort to Northern Beaches Hospital shortly after 6 pm for a mental health assessment.

No injuries were reported.

Police later said the matter had concluded with the man taken for assessment, and indicated that no further details would be provided due to the sensitive nature of the incident.

Published 11-May-2026

Helen Pitt Returns To Avalon For Luna Park Book Conversation

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An author event will be held at the Avalon Beach Surf Life Saving Club, where Helen Pitt will discuss her book on the history of Luna Park.

Avalon Event Centres On Luna Park Story

A literary event in Avalon on Thursday 7 May 2026 will bring Helen Pitt back to the Avalon Beach Surf Life Saving Club for a discussion on her book Luna Park. The event will feature a conversation with broadcaster and writer Sarah Macdonald, focusing on the history of the Sydney amusement park.

The discussion will cover figures connected to the park’s past, including showmen and criminal elements, as well as key events linked to its development.

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Tracing Luna Park From Overseas Origins To Sydney

The book follows the origins of Luna Park from late 19th-century America through to its development in Australia. It examines the emergence of amusement parks overseas before focusing on Sydney’s harbourfront site.

The narrative includes the transfer of rides, including the Big Dipper, from South Australia to Sydney, where the park opened in 1935. It also outlines periods of closure, legal disputes and ongoing challenges connected to the site.

The 1979 Ghost Train fire forms part of the history examined in the book, alongside other events linked to the park over time.

Career Spanning Decades In Journalism

Pitt is an Australian journalist and author whose career has spanned several decades in media. She reported for The Sydney Morning Herald from 1986 to 2024 and has also worked across publications including The Bulletin, New York Times Digital and Euronews.

Her first book, The House, examined the history of the Sydney Opera House and received the 2018 Walkley Book Award. In addition to her writing, she has worked as a tour guide specialising in cultural travel.

Personal Connections Behind The Research

Pitt’s work draws on personal memories and family links to Luna Park, alongside historical research. Her connection to the site includes family involvement with the Big Dipper during the park’s early years.

The Avalon appearance continues her previous connection with the venue, where she earlier presented The House. Her background as a lifelong Sydneysider also informs her focus on local history and cultural landmarks.

Event Details In Avalon

The event in Avalon is scheduled for Thursday 7 May 2026 at 6 p.m., with doors opening at 5.15 p.m. It is hosted by Bookoccino as part of its author event program.

The Avalon session will centre on Pitt’s research and her discussion with Sarah Macdonald, focusing on the history and development of Luna Park.

Published 23-Apr-2026

From Avalon’s Coastline To Waitara, A New Cathedral Precinct Takes Shape

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From coastal parishes such as Avalon to Sydney’s north shore, a proposed cathedral precinct in Waitara is drawing together communities across the Diocese of Broken Bay, marking a rare development described as the first of its kind in more than a century.

From Coast To Centre

Avalon, set along the Northern Beaches, sits within a network of parishes that stretch across the Diocese of Broken Bay. That network now converges on Waitara, where plans announced in April 2026 outline a 7.7-hectare cathedral precinct intended to serve communities across the region.

The proposal has been described as the first Roman Catholic cathedral precinct in Australia to be masterplanned from inception in over 100 years, placing the project within a rare historical frame while connecting distant communities through a single site.

Waitara cathedral precinct — Photo Credit: Níall McLaughlin Architects

A Shared Diocese Across Distance

The Diocese of Broken Bay spans the North Shore, Northern Beaches and Central Coast, supporting around 250,000 Catholics across 26 parishes. Within this structure, Avalon forms part of a coastal grouping that links back to the broader diocesan framework.

The Waitara precinct is designed to operate within this structure, not as a local project but as a central point where diocesan life comes together. For communities like Avalon, its relevance is defined by that shared framework rather than geography.

A Precinct Shaped For More Than Worship

At the centre of the proposal is a cathedral, but the broader precinct extends well beyond a single building. Plans include education facilities, community services, a parish hall, a pastoral centre, diocesan offices and residences for clergy.

Public-facing features such as a forecourt, café and bookshop are also part of the design, introducing everyday use into the space and reinforcing its role as a multi-purpose environment.

Design Reflecting The Landscape

The architectural concept draws on the natural environment, with references to the Hawkesbury River informing the design. Timber framing and sandstone elements are proposed to reflect surrounding landscapes of forest and rock.

An existing blue gum forest within the site is planned to be retained, alongside rooftop gardens aimed at supporting biodiversity and integrating the development into its setting.

A Long-Term Project Still In Motion

The Waitara proposal is expected to proceed through planning approval, with construction timing dependent on regulatory processes and funding raised through church-led initiatives and dedicated appeals. The project is set to evolve over several years as these stages progress.

From Avalon’s coastline to Waitara’s proposed precinct, the connection remains grounded in the Diocese of Broken Bay, linking local parish communities to a central development still taking shape.

Published 20-Apr-2026

Avalon Worker Suffers Severe Hand Crush Injury at Construction Site

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A construction worker was taken to hospital after his hand was severely crushed during an incident at a worksite in Avalon Beach.

Hand Trapped Between Timber and Excavator

The incident occurred at a construction site along Marine Parade, where a worker’s hand became caught between a load of timber and the bucket of an excavator.

Emergency services were called shortly before 10:15 a.m. on 8 April 2026 after reports of a serious workplace injury. The situation unfolded during handling of materials near heavy machinery at the site.

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Paramedics Treat Severe Hand Injury

Two ambulance crews attended the Avalon scene, including an Extended Care Paramedic whose skills include managing hand injuries.

On arrival, paramedics treated a 65-year-old construction worker who had suffered a severe crush injury to his right hand. The injury included a partial amputation of his right index finger.

Treatment involved addressing multiple injuries to the hand and carefully cleaning debris from the wounds before the man was prepared for transport.

Transported to Hospital in Stable Condition

The worker remained conscious throughout the response and was taken from the site just before 11:00 a.m.

He was transported to Royal North Shore Hospital in a stable condition for further treatment.

Incident Understood to Be Reported

The Avalon workplace incident is understood to have been reported to SafeWork NSW.

The circumstances involved a load of timber and an excavator, reflecting the type of heavy machinery and materials commonly present on construction sites.

Published 8-Apr-2026

Avalon’s Ruby Scholten Is Swapping Sails for Oars to Row the Atlantic for Women’s Health

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Ruby Scholten, a registered nurse and international competitive sailor from Avalon, is preparing to row 3,000 nautical miles across the Atlantic Ocean in December as part of the World’s Toughest Row, raising funds for two women’s charities while representing Australia from a boat eight and a half metres long.

Ruby, who grew up sailing on Pittwater and competing at the world level in women’s match racing, will take on the crossing alongside three fellow sailors she has raced against for years on the international circuit. The team’s boat, Mermaid, measures 8.64 metres long and 1.7 metres wide. It will be their home, their gym and their refuge for an estimated 40 to 50 days on open water.

From Pittwater to the World Stage

Ruby’s sporting life began on the water just a short distance from her front door. She learned to sail at Avalon Sailing Club on Pittwater, took her first dinghy out through the moorings solo as a teenager, and eventually progressed into the Royal Prince Alfred Yacht Club’s Youth Development Program. From there she moved into match racing on Elliott 7s, and in 2018 became part of the first all-female team to win the Hardy Cup, the World Sailing Grade 3 International Youth Match Racing event hosted by the Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron. She later completed her first Sydney to Hobart race on board Insomnia.

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On the international circuit, Ruby has spent the better part of six years competing on the Women’s World Match Racing Tour, racing against and alongside the three women she is now about to cross an ocean with. “Over the past 6 years the 4 of us have competed mainly against each other on the Women’s World Match Racing Circuit, and now we will be racing together,” she said.

Alongside sailing, Ruby completed her nursing degree and began her career at Northern Beaches Hospital. The two threads of her life, sport and healthcare, now converge directly in this challenge.

The Crew Behind the Boat Called Mermaid

The women racing together as You Row Girl each bring something different to the boat. Hebe Hemming, from the UK, was the catalyst. She spotted an ocean rowing boat competing in the race while sailing down the coast of Africa, and the idea took hold. A boat builder working for SailGP, Hemming’s practical skills will matter significantly when 3,000 miles from the nearest shoreline.

Amy Sparks, also from the UK, was on board the moment Hemming called with the idea. A financial advisor by profession, she brings the kind of methodical thinking a multi-week ocean crossing demands. Charlotte Porter, from New Zealand, is a competitive sailor and physiotherapist currently working as the global travelling physio for SailGP. Her role in managing the team’s physical resilience across weeks of confined, repetitive exertion will be critical.

The four women work full-time jobs while training. “We are just 4 very normal women, working full time jobs, while preparing to take on this adventure of a lifetime,” Ruby said.

What the Row Actually Involves

The World’s Toughest Row Atlantic race departs from San Sebastián de La Gomera in the Canary Islands and finishes at Nelson’s Dockyard, Antigua, covering 3,000 nautical miles of open Atlantic Ocean. The 2025 edition, which departed on 14 December last year, gave an indication of what Ruby’s crew will face: no support vessel, no land, no escape from bad weather or rough seas.

Teams row on a two-hours-on, two-hours-off rotation around the clock, sustaining the effort through freeze-dried food and willpower alone. Ruby and her teammates estimate completing more than 1.5 million oar strokes by the time they reach Antigua. The challenge is fully unassisted, meaning no resupply, no getting off the boat and no outside physical assistance of any kind.

Training involves long sessions on rowing machines, endurance sport, rowing-specific weight work for injury prevention, and extended on-water sessions of up to five days to simulate race conditions as closely as possible.

Rowing for Two Charities That Matter

The team is raising funds for CoppaFeel!, a UK breast cancer awareness charity focused on educating young women about early detection, and Women In Sport, a research-based charity examining the disparity between girls’ participation in sport and what that gap costs society.

“By supporting these two charities we want to create space for women to pursue their dreams, while facilitating the conversation on historically taboo topics through educating women on their body and prioritising health,” Ruby said.

The decision to take on the challenge carries a message beyond the row itself. “We want other women and girls to see that they can dream fearlessly and take on big scary adventures that may challenge the social norms,” she said. It is an extension of something she experienced through sailing on Pittwater. “Sailing has shaped me to be a more empowered, resilient and confident person,” she said. “Sport is not just a game, it can change lives.”

How to Support the Team

Donations to CoppaFeel! and Women In Sport through the You Row Girl campaign can be made via the Australian Sports Foundation at asf.org.au/campaigns/yourowgirl. The team’s progress from December can be followed at yourowgirl.com, on Instagram at @yourowgirl and on Facebook at You Row Girl.

Published 04-April-2026

Sydney Water Works Resume on Old Barrenjoey Road in Avalon

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Sydney Water has restarted night works in Avalon along Old Barrenjoey Road as part of its ongoing water main upgrade project.

Works Resume In Avalon After Summer Pause

Construction resumed on Monday, 16 March 2026 after a pause in late November 2025 during the summer period. The earlier pause was introduced to reduce disruption during peak activity in Avalon and provide a break for nearby residents and businesses.

The project involves upgrading a 500-metre section of water infrastructure along Old Barrenjoey Road in Avalon Beach, including pipes, valves and hydrants.

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Project Progress And Remaining Work In Avalon

Work on the upgrade began in March 2025, with a second stage commencing in early June 2025. Most of the new water main has already been installed using trenching and under-boring methods, along with smaller pipes to connect properties and fire services.

The remaining work in Avalon includes completing installation at the Avalon Parade intersection, followed by testing and cleaning the new pipe. Sydney Water will then connect the system, transfer services to the new main and decommission the existing pipeline.

Initial activity in March includes routine quality checks between The Crescent and Avalon Parade. These works may involve potholing and excavation.

Community Updates And Timeline

Sydney Water will continue monthly drop-in sessions for the Avalon community on the first Wednesday of each month from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Dunbar Park. The next session is scheduled for Wednesday, 1 April 2026.

The project is currently targeted for completion by September 2026, depending on weather and ground conditions. Temporary restoration of affected areas will continue during the works, with permanent restoration planned after completion.

Old Barrenjoey Road — *Photo Credit: Sydney Water*

Night Work Schedule And Key Locations

Most work in Avalon will take place at night between 8 p.m. and 5 a.m., from Monday nights to Friday mornings. No work is scheduled on Friday, Saturday or Sunday nights, or on public holidays.

Construction will be concentrated at the Avalon Parade intersection, with additional stages planned near Barrenjoey Road and The Crescent later in 2026. Some daytime activity may occur for deliveries and site movements.

Avalon water main works — *Photo Credit: Sydney Water*

Traffic, Parking And Noise Impacts

Temporary traffic changes will be in place during work hours, with access maintained for residents, emergency services and waste collection vehicles.

A temporary compound has been re-established in the grassy area opposite 61 Old Barrenjoey Road. Some on-street parking along Old Barrenjoey Road, Avalon Parade and The Crescent may be used at times for work zones and storage. No car spaces are planned to be taken within the Woolworths car park.

Residents may hear construction noise during night works. Louder activities such as saw cutting and jackhammering are expected to finish by midnight, while excavation, backfilling and vacuum truck operations may continue until 5 a.m.

Published 18-Mar-2026