Minor projects

30 April 2026 - Project Update - Major works have been completed, however, some sections of grass verges need repair. 

Asphalt road pavement replacement will occur at a later date. A separate notification will be issued for this work.

As part of Woollahra Council’s 2025/26 Infrastructure Works Program, Council’s contractor is upgrading the footpath and road at Beresford Road, between Powell Road and Plumer Road, Rose Bay.

The works will improve the footpath, pedestrian safety and local amenity.  

Work includes:

• Replacing the kerb and gutter.
• Replacing damaged footpath.
• Replacing damaged driveways.

The work is scheduled to start on Monday 23 February 2026 and should be completed within 4 weeks, weather permitting.

They will be carried out between 7am - 5pm Monday to Friday, and 7am - 1pm on Saturday. 

21 May 2026 - Project Update - Major works have been completed, however, there is still a small amount of line marking and planting to be finalised. 

As part of Woollahra Council’s 2025/26 Infrastructure Works and Traffic Program, Council’s contractor is undertaking the installation of a raised pedestrian crossing on Brown Street, at the intersection of Dillion Street, Paddington.

The works will improve road and pedestrian safety, and accessibility within the area.

Works include:

• Installation of a raised pedestrian crossing at Brown Street, at the intersection with Dillon Street.
• Localised footpath, kerb and gutter upgrades.
• Installation of kerb ramps.

The work is scheduled to start on Tuesday 7 April 2026 and should be completed within 3 weeks, weather permitting.

They will be carried out between 7am - 5pm Monday to Friday, and 7am - 1pm on Saturday. 

7 May 2026 - Project Update - works are expected to be completed in 3 weeks. Following works, the kerb pit outside no. 16 - 18 Elizabeth Street will be repaired. 

As part of Woollahra Council’s 2025/26 Infrastructure Works Program, Council’s contractor is upgrading the stormwater line at Elizabeth Street (from Underwood Street to Caledonia Street), Paddington.

The works will improve the stormwater system and minimise flooding.

Works include: adjustment to existing pits and connection with the installation of a new 450mm diameter pipe.

The work is scheduled to start on Tuesday 7 April 2026 and should be completed within 4 weeks, weather permitting.

They will be carried out between 7am - 5pm Monday to Friday, and 7am - 1pm on Saturday. 

As part of Woollahra Council’s 2025/26 Infrastructure Works Program, Council’s contractor is installing a Gross Pollutant Trap (GPT) at Gibsons Beach Reserve, Watsons Bay.

The GPT will capture and remove pollutants from the existing underground stormwater pipeline, to help ensure Gibsons Beach and Sydney Harbour remain clean. Once installed, the GPT will not be visible.

Works include:

• Installation of a GPT and diversion pit, at Gibsons Beach Reserve.
• Installation of other peripheral pits and pipes.
• Post work landscaping. 

The work is scheduled to start on Wednesday 29 April 2026 and should be completed within 8-10 weeks, weather permitting.

They will be carried out between 7am - 5pm Monday to Friday.

As part of Woollahra Council’s 2025/26 Infrastructure Works Program, Council’s contractor is upgrading the road and drainage system at New South Head Road, between Petrarch Avenue and Girilang Avenue, Vaucluse.

The works will help minimise flooding, whilst improving the road and footpath, the stormwater drainage system, and local amenity.

Works include:

• Reconstruction of the kerb and gutter.
• Reconstruction of footpaths and driveways.
• New stormwater pipes.
• Construction of stormwater kerb inlet pits and junction pits.
• Reconstruction of asphalt and concrete road pavements.

The work is scheduled to start on Wednesday 10 June 2026 and should be completed within 6 - 8 weeks, weather permitting.

They will be carried out between 7am - 5pm, Monday to Friday, and 7am - 1pm on Saturday. 

21 May 2026 - Project Update - Major works have been completed, however, there is still a small amount of line marking and planting to be finalised. 

As part of Woollahra Council’s 2025/26 Infrastructure Works Program, Council’s contractor is undertaking the installation of a pedestrian crossing on Short Street, at the intersection with Cliff Street, Watsons Bay.

The works will improve pedestrian safety and local amenity.

Works include:

• Installation of a pedestrian crossing at the intersection of Short Street and Cliff Street, Watsons Bay.
• New kerb ramps.
• Upgrade to footpath, kerb and gutter.
• Installation association parking and traffic signage.

The work is scheduled to start on Monday 23 March 2026 and should be completed within 3 weeks, weather permitting.

They will be carried out between 7am - 5pm Monday to Friday, and 7am - 1pm on Saturday. 

As part of Woollahra Council’s 2025/26 Infrastructure Works Program, Council’s contractor is upgrading sections of the kerb, gutter and footpath at Stafford Street and Beach Street, Double Bay.

The works will improve pedestrian safety and local amenity.

Works include:

• Replacement of damaged sections of footpath.
• Replacement of damaged sections of kerb and gutter.
• Replacement of concrete dish drain.
• 2 x new kerb ramps at the intersection of Stafford Street and Beach Street.

This work is scheduled to start on Monday 18 May 2026 and should be completed within 4-5 weeks, weather permitting. They will be carried out between 7am - 5pm Monday to Friday, and 7am - 1pm on Saturday.

Note: Road asphalt replacement will occur at both Stafford Street and Beach Street by a separate contractor at a later date, towards the end of June 2026. A new notification will be issued for this specific work.

As part of Woollahra Council’s 2025/26 Infrastructure Works Program, Council’s contractor is installing a Gross Pollutant Trap (GPT) underneath Wolseley Road, Point Piper.

The GPT will capture and remove pollutants from the existing underground stormwater pipeline, to help ensure Sydney Harbour remain clean. Once installed, the GPT will not be visible.

Works include:

• Installation of a GPT and diversion pit, underneath Wolseley Road, Point Piper.
• Installation of other peripheral pits and pipes.

The work is scheduled to start on Monday 15 June 2026 and should be completed within 4-6 weeks, weather permitting.

They will be carried out between 7am - 5pm, Monday to Friday, and 7am - 1pm on Saturday (if required).