Woolgoolga Whale Trail
Whale Trail Overview
The route between Woolgoolga Beach Reserve to the existing Solitary Islands Coastal Walk is already a popular walk for locals and visitors. Upgrading the walkway will offer greater pedestrian safety, improved accessibility, attract visitors and foster economic opportunities for Woolgoolga.
The concept design is influenced by environmental factors along with other considerations, including accessibility, safety and the key grant requirement that the pathway connects Woolgoolga Beach Reserve with the Solitary Islands Coastal Walk.
Where we are up to
Detailed designs are now underway for the $1.1 million Woolgoolga Whale Trail, taking into consideration of community feedback received during extensive community consultations.
View the Revised design and Engagement Report
- Revised Concept Design - read the project update for an overview of key design components included to enhance the Whale Trail.
- Engagement Report - provides an update and summary of the key design features adopted and consideration of community feedback received on the concepts during the public exhibition period and review of known environmental, technical and other factors.
Next steps
Detailed designs will inform the approvals processes prior to finalisation and progression to construction stages. Construction will begin following finalisation of the detailed designs.
* It should be noted that not all community recommendations for design can be achieved. The final design is subject to environmental and cultural heritage assessments/approvals and compliance with engineering, accessibility and construction standards.
The project is funded by a $1.1 million Community Development Grant, through the Commonwealth Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications.
