Our regular sand removal project at Narrabeen Lagoon has concluded two weeks ahead of schedule and well in time for the summer break.

Some 4388 truckloads of sand, equating to approximately 25,000 cubic metres or around 50,000 tonnes, were extracted from both the east and west of the Ocean Street bridge, and placed on Collaroy-Narrabeen beach.

The works have been completed a fortnight ahead of schedule, with Council contractors now packing down the site. Council expects the Birdwood Park car park to be open for public use before the end of this week.

Our teams are monitoring lagoon levels continuously and preparing to open the lagoon entrance this week should swell and forecasted rain improve the conditions for a successful lagoon opening, however the timeline depends on the weather and tide conditions. 

In the event the conditions are not ideal to open the lagoon this week, Council plans to open it at an alternate time ahead of the NSW school holidays.

Managing the lagoon and moving sand back to the beach project plays a crucial role in reducing flood risk to the local community, nearby properties, and essential infrastructure.

For those seeking an in-depth understanding of how  Council manages Narrabeen Lagoon are encouraged to watch the video explainer available on Council’s website.

This project was partially funded under the NSW Government Floodplain Management Program.