West Nowra Urban Release Area - Wastewater project Completion Date 01 July 2027 Shoalhaven Water is building new wastewater infrastructure to support future housing in the West Nowra Urban Release Area. Project type: , Planning & Development
Shoalhaven Roads Package Completion Date 31 March 2028 The Australia Government through the Infrastructure Investment Program, which is administered by Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts (DITRDCSA) has committed $40 million to upgrade six locations within the Shoalhaven Region. Project type: , Project delivery
Dolphin Point Road - Dolphin Point - Footpath Completion Date 28 August 2026 Construction of a 2.0m wide footpath on the eastern side of Dolphin Point Rd running from the Burrill Lake Lions Park access road to Seaside Parade. The project also includes kerb & gutter construction and drainage improvements. Project type: , Project delivery
Ulladulla Harbour Southern Boat Ramp Replacement Completion Date 27 November 2026 Council has been successful in securing a grant from TfNSW under the Boating Infrastructure for Communities grant program to fund the detailed design and construction of the Ulladulla Harbour Southern Boat Ramp Replacement. Project type: , Project delivery
Parson Street - Ulladulla– Landslip Investigation, Design and Repair Completion Date 30 June 2027 Shoalhaven City Council is investigating and preparing plans to repair the landslip at the eastern end of Parson Street near Rennies Beach Lookout which has been affected by gully erosion due to a number of weather events in the last few years. Project type: , Project delivery
Badagarang Open Space – Stage 3 (‘Runway Street Park’) Completion Date 31 December 2026 The Moss Vale Road South Urban Release Area is a key growth precinct in Shoalhaven, with the new suburb of Badagarang set for major residential development.Shoalhaven City Council is delivering open space projects in four stages, including Stage 3’s local park, ‘Runway Street Park’ (working name), scheduled for completion in 2026 Project type: , Project delivery
Water Mains Replacement Project Completion Date 30 October 2026 Shoalhaven Water is working to renew, upgrade or replace a number of mains throughout the Shoalhaven over several years. Project type: , Planning & Development
New Sanctuary Point Library Completion Date 31 December 2030 Shoalhaven City Council has been through an exhaustive process to determine the site, design and size of a library that would be attractive and functional for the Sanctuary Point and surrounding Bay and Basin communities to use into the future. In November 2025, Council endorsed a single-storey library building to be built on the corner of Kerry Street and Paradise Beach Road. Project type: , Community, Facilities
Boating Infrastructure Optimisation Plan and Management Strategy Completion Date 30 October 2026 The Shoalhaven Boating Infrastructure Optimisation Plan and Management Strategy is a grant funded project to develop a long term plan for managing, upgrading and prioritising Council managed boating infrastructure across the Shoalhaven Project type: , Strategy
Tomerong Village Sewerage Scheme Completion Date 31 December 2029 Incorporated within Council's wastewater strategy, the township of Tomerong is identified to receive a new pressure sewer system to service the RU5 village zoned properties within the nominated service area depicted as red hatching in the enclosed figure below. Project type: , Planning & Development
Boating Infrastructure Optimisation Plan and Management Strategy Completion Date 30 October 2026 The Shoalhaven Boating Infrastructure Optimisation Plan and Management Strategy is a grant funded project to develop a long term plan for managing, upgrading and prioritising Council managed boating infrastructure across the Shoalhaven Project type: , Strategy
Ulladulla Harbour Southern Boat Ramp Replacement Completion Date 27 November 2026 Council has been successful in securing a grant from TfNSW under the Boating Infrastructure for Communities grant program to fund the detailed design and construction of the Ulladulla Harbour Southern Boat Ramp Replacement. Project type: , Project delivery
White Sands Beach Access Renewal Huskisson Completion Date 01 December 2026 Shoalhaven City Council is replacing the pedestrian beach access infrastructure at White Sands Park, near the Huskisson Sea Pool. Project type: , Project delivery
Callala Point Beach Access Renewal Completion Date 01 December 2026 Shoalhaven City Council is replacing the pedestrian beach access infrastructure near the end of Chapman St, Callala Bay. Project type: , Project delivery
Callala Bay & Currarong Coastal Hazard Management Investigations Completion Date 30 October 2026 A staged investigation to identify coastal protection solutions for Callala Bay and Currarong Beach, informed by coastal hazard risk and coastal processes assessments. Project type: , Major projects
Yalwal Rd Upgrade, Pavement Rehabilitation, Road Widening and Drainage Completion Date 26 February 2027 Shoalhaven City Council is undertaking road upgrades as part of the broader Yalwal Road improvement project. This upgrade is designed to accommodate the anticipated increase in traffic resulting from the development of the Mundamia Urban Release Area (URA). The project is supported by funding assistance from the NSW Government’s Low Cost Loan Initiative (LCLI) Project type: , Project delivery
West Nowra Urban Release Area - Wastewater project Completion Date 01 July 2027 Shoalhaven Water is building new wastewater infrastructure to support future housing in the West Nowra Urban Release Area. Project type: , Planning & Development
Old Southern Road - Nowra - Shared User Path Completion Date 30 July 2026 Shoalhaven City Council has been successful in securing funding for the detailed design and construction of a shared user path along Old Southern Road in Nowra as part of a Transport for NSW grant to deliver active transport infrastructure projects. Project type: , Project delivery
Shoalhaven Roads Package Completion Date 31 March 2028 The Australia Government through the Infrastructure Investment Program, which is administered by Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts (DITRDCSA) has committed $40 million to upgrade six locations within the Shoalhaven Region. Project type: , Project delivery
Water Mains Replacement Project Completion Date 30 October 2026 Shoalhaven Water is working to renew, upgrade or replace a number of mains throughout the Shoalhaven over several years. Project type: , Planning & Development
Community Infrastructure Strategic Plan (CISP) Review Completion Date 30 June 2026 The Community Infrastructure Strategic Plan 2017 – 2036 (CISP) provides a framework to guide the planning and strategic management of open space and community facilities owned and / or managed by Council. With 600+ open space and community facilities in Shoalhaven, a clear strategy is essential to guide Council’s short, medium, and long-term planning and investment. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Environment, Business, Strategy, Planning & Development, Facilities, Parks & playgrounds
Property Sales Program Council’s financial sustainability improvement program required a review of Council-owned property that could be sold to assist with its financial situation. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Business, Strategy, Planning & Development, Facilities
Sustainability and Climate Policy and Action Plan As a local Council there is a lot that we can do to protect our environment and ensure that our community and the places we all love are resilient and prepared for the impacts of climate change.To guide our actions in this area, Council has developed a Sustainability and Climate Change Policy and Action Plan with a target to achieve net zero operational greenhouse gas emissions by 2035. Project type: , Major projects, Environment
South Nowra Surcharge Main - Major Upgrades Completion Date 31 July 2026 A review of the existing South Nowra Surcharge Main (SNSM) network has identified a need for the system to be significantly upgraded to address future growth and system pressure constraints. Project type: , Major projects, Planning & Development
Foreshore Management Completion Date 30 November 2026 Shoalhaven City Council manages 52 beaches with over 220 beach access points that are exposed to a wide variety of coastal hazards. Project type: , Major projects, Environment
Lower Shoalhaven River Floodplain Risk Management Study & Plan Completion Date 31 May 2026 Council has engaged a consultant, Rhelm, to assist with the preparation of the Lower Shoalhaven River Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan. Project type: , Major projects, Environment
St Georges Basin Floodplain Risk Management Study & Plan Completion Date 31 May 2026 Council has engaged a consultant, Rhelm, to assist with the preparation of the St Georges Basin Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan. Project type: , Major projects, Environment
Council supports Keeping Cats Safe at Home Completion Date 31 December 2026 Shoalhaven City Council is working with the RSPCA and NSW Government on an 18-month project to help cat owners desex their pets and keep them safe at home. Project type: , Major projects, Environment
Plan of Management Review - Natural Areas Land classified as Community Land under the Local Government Act 1993 is further categorised according to the attributes and objectives of the land and a Plan of Management must be created. These plans help guide how Community Land is used, maintained, protected, and ensuring it meets community needs into the future. This project is for Natural Areas Community Land Plans of Management. Project type: , Major projects, Environment, Strategy, Parks & playgrounds
Bushfire Recovery Shoalhaven A lot has happened over the past year, and we know it has not been easy, particularly with COVID-19 pausing some community connection recovery activities. Project type: , Major projects, Community, Environment, Business, Strategy, Planning & Development, Facilities, Parks & playgrounds
Plan of Management Review Completion Date 30 June 2027 Shoalhaven City Council manages a large portfolio of ‘Community Land’. Some of these properties are owned by Council directly, while others are managed by Council on behalf of Crown Lands. Project type: , Major projects, Environment, Facilities, Parks & playgrounds, Community participation
Planning for Growth in Nowra-Bomaderry The Nowra Bomaderry Structure Plan (NBSP) 2006 identified several new living areas to be released in the Nowra-Bomaderry area over a 25 year period. Project type: , Major projects, Planning & Development
Nowra Bridge SUP Tie-in South - Construct Completion Date 12 June 2026 This project involves the construction of a new shared user path linking Campbell Place to the Princes Highway, located between Moss Street and Shearwater Way. The new pathway will provide a safe and convenient pedestrian connection through an existing informal route. Project type: , Project delivery
Andrew Crescent Reserve - Worrigee - Playground replacement Completion Date 30 June 2026 The Andrew Crescent Reserve Playground Upgrade is part of Council’s commitment to providing safe, modern and engaging recreational spaces for the Worrigee community. This project will replace the existing playground with new equipment designed to support active play, creativity, and social interaction for children Project type: , Project delivery
McDonald Parade Reserve - Burrill Lake - Playground Upgrade Completion Date 30 June 2026 The McDonald Parade Reserve Playground Upgrade is part of Council’s commitment to providing safe, modern and engaging recreational spaces for the Burrill Lake community. This project will replace the existing playground with new equipment designed to support active play, creativity, and social interaction for children Project type: , Project delivery
Victor Ave - Narrawallee - Stormwater Outlet Remediation Completion Date 31 May 2026 Upgrades to the stormwater infrastructure opposite 7 Victor Avenue in Narrawallee are being carefully managed to improve how stormwater is conveyed along Victor Avenue. Project type: , Project delivery
Lakehaven Dr Sussex Inlet - Rock Revetment repair Completion Date 15 May 2026 The Shoalhaven was declared a Natural Disaster Area 14 September 2022 (AGRN 1034) after severe weather and flooding events. Council has received funding through the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements to carry out repair of Lakehaven Dr retaining wall damaged on the foreshore Sussex Inlet. Project type: , Project delivery
Reseal Program 2025/26 Completion Date 30 June 2026 The 2025/26 Reseal Program is underway, focusing on improving roads across the Shoalhaven. The repair targets roads requiring surface renewal to maintain driving conditions. Temporary traffic changes may be in place during active works, please subscribe to this webpage to be informed of all updates. Project type: , Project delivery
Road condition report Inspection of Shoalhaven’s 1,900 km road network identifies urgent renewal needs, guiding future investment and planning. Project type: , Major projects, Strategy, Planning & Development
Matron Porter Dr Footpath - Leo Dr to Garside Rd Completion Date 31 October 2025 This project involves the construction of a new 2.5m wide footpath on the northern side of Matron Porter Dr from Leo Dr to Garside Rd. Once complete the Matron Porter Dr footpath will run continuously between Milton and Narrawallee. Project type: , Project delivery
Murramarang Road Footpath - Section 3 Completion Date 31 January 2026 Construction of a 2.0m wide footpath along the eastern side of Murramarang Rd. The proposed path will extend the existing footpath (which currently terminates at the O'Brien St intersection in Kioloa) for 1.1km until the Shelly Beach access carpark. Project type: , Project delivery
Murramarang Road Footpath - Section 2 Completion Date 30 April 2025 Construction of a 2.0m wide footpath along the eastern side of Murramarang Rd. The proposed path will extend the existing path (which currently terminates at the Racecourse Beach Holiday Park) for 840m until the Shelly Beach access carpark. Project type: , Project delivery
Cambewarra Dam Decommissioning Completion Date 02 March 2026 This project is located in Cambewarra at the end of Tannery Road. Cambewarra Dam is a composite concrete gravity and earth fill embankment dam, owned and maintained by Council that is proposed to be decommissioned. Project type: , Project delivery
Lakehaven Drive - Sussex Inlet - Revetment Wall & Fish Cleaning Table Completion Date 13 December 2024 The Shoalhaven was declared a Natural Disaster Area on the 14 September 2022 (AGRN 1034) after severe weather and flooding events. This had a major impact on Sussex Inlet and surrounding communities by causing damage to infrastructure and property. Council has scheduled repair works along the foreshore that include revetment (retaining) wall and fish cleaning tables. Project type: , Major projects, Environment, Facilities, Parks & playgrounds
Proposed Paddlecraft Launching Facility – Short Street, Lake Tabourie Completion Date 30 June 2025 Council has gained part funding under Regional NSW Department of Primary Industries’ Recreational Fishing and Camping Facilities Program to construct a formal paddlecraft launching facility at Short Street, Lake Tabourie. Project type: , Project delivery
Cameron Street / Hayward Street - Conjola Park - Drainage Improvements Completion Date 14 November 2025 Council is undertaking works to address drainage concerns along the Hayward Street road reserve and Cameron Street, Conjola Park. Project type: , Project delivery
Shark Net Beach Access Upgrade Shoalhaven City Council is upgrading pedestrian beach access infrastructure at Shark Net Beach. Project type: , Major projects, Environment, Strategy, Parks & playgrounds
Murramarang Road Shared User Path – Bawley Point to Kioloa Completion Date 19 December 2025 The Community Connect Pathway Project was established by the Bawley Point and Kioloa communities to link the two communities via a shared user path along Murramarang Road. Project type: , Project delivery
Recovery Into Resilience Project (RRP) Shoalhaven City Council has initiated the Recovery Into Resilience Project (RRP) following the devastating impacts of the 2019/20 bushfire season. Project type: , Major projects, Community
Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) Completion Date 12 March 2026 The MRF will enable Council to better manage its recyclable material in-house. Project type: , Project delivery