The Shoalhaven was declared a Natural Disaster Area 14 September 2022 (AGRN 1034) after severe weather and flooding events. This had a major impact on Culburra Beach and surrounding communities, damaging infrastructure and property. As a result of damages, Council is upgrading the pedestrian beach access path and stairs at Allerton Avenue, Culburra Beach.
Reconstruction and repair works to beach access path and stairs are completed.
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Damage to the beach access stairs had been caused by a declared natural disaster in 2022, severe weather and large waves destroyed the lower portion of the staircase. Damage included a drop of 0.3m onto sandbags and scouring (coastal erosion) beside the staircase. Funding for the works is being provided for through the Commonwealth Government’s disaster recovery funding.
Repair works on 8 August 2023 included removal of the last five (5) stair treads of the existing stairs, replacement and installation of new stairs and fibreglass reinforced polymer (FRP) treads, installation of 1200mm landing, and a handrail to ensure this beach access path and stairs are safe for pedestrian traffic.
Allerton Avenue , Culburra Beach 2540