We’re working hard to build new footpaths to improve access, connectivity and safety for our community. This is especially important in high traffic areas close to shops, public transport, schools, parks and beaches.
Planned works
New footpath program
Every year, Council installs new footpaths to make it easier and safer for everyone to walk around the Northern Beaches.
We aim to build footpaths where they’re most needed and will benefit the most people. As part of our 20-year transport strategy, Move 2038, we have a target to double the number of active travel trips and reduce car trips by 30 per cent.
Considerations for selecting locations
- Proximity to local destinations such as schools, shops and parks
- Safety considerations, including road conditions and crash history
- Filling gaps in the current footpath networks
- Existing or likely future pedestrian activity
- Ease of access to public transport.
These considerations align with Council's criteria to install new footpaths as outlined in the Northern Beaches Walking Plan.
Resident notifications
Residents in affected areas will receive notification at least 7 days before works begin. We coordinate projects closely with contractors to minimise any localised disruptions and will provide regular updates where we can.
Our new footpath program
Footpaths planned and funded under Council’s Delivery Program and budget for 2025/26 include:
Avalon Beach
- Catalina Crescent: On the western side between the existing footbridge and pedestrian crossing outside number 19 (240m)
Belrose
- Wyatt Avenue: On the southern side between Cotentin Road and Lockhart Place (270m)
Collaroy
- The Avenue: On the western side between Collaroy Street and Jenkins Street (10m)
- Westmoreland Avenue: On the southern side between school gate and number 53 (60m)
Dee Why
- Arthur Street: On the eastern side between McIntosh Road and Arthur Reserve and the western side between Arthur Reserve and Tor Road (400m)
Elanora Heights
- Cooleena Road: On the northern side between Merridong Road and Powderworks Road (420m)
Narrabeen
- Park Street: On the western side between Wetherill Street and Clarke Street (130m)
North Balgowlah
- Bangaroo Street: On the western side between Woodbine Street and Sayers Street (200m)
North Curl Curl
- Headland Road: On the southern side between Ozone Parade and Griffin Road (300m)
Manly Vale
- Highview Avenue: On the eastern side between Kenneth Road and Sunshine Street (340m)
Terrey Hills
- Terrigal Road: On the southern side between Myoora Road and Tiarri Avenue (380m)
North Balgowlah (SV funded)
- Serpentine Crescent, Daisy Street and Myrtle Street: On the eastern side of Serpentine Crescent between the Burnt Bridge Creek shared path and number 48, before continuing on the western side of Serpentine Crescent and Daisy Street until Woodbine Street. Footpath also extends on the southern side of Myrtle Street to the bus stop (540m)
For a full list of 2025/26 capital works projects visit the map.
Additional footpath renewal works and walking trail improvements funded under the IPART approved Special Variation rates can be viewed on Special Variation works section.
Request a new footpath
Submit your request for a new footpath on our online form. If it’s not on our current priority list, we’ll consider it in our next review.