Crescent Head Foreshore Project

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The home for all engagement information on the Crescent Head Foreshore Project and Community Advisory Group.


Latest Update

Wanting to better understand the data around the draft concept?

We’ve heard from some community members in this round of engagement that they want to better understand the size of green space and more around carparking numbers on the draft concept plans.

  • The proposed greenspace in the draft foreshore plan is approximately 5,300m2. This compares to the 5,700m2 currently on the foreshore.
  • The width of the ocean (north) facing foreshore space in the draft plan is approximately 12m, compared to the current space which varies from 6m to 14m.
  • You’ll note a significantly larger green space between the surf club and the amenities, which includes a proposed playground, scoot/skate park and market space. This space is almost double the width of the current greenspace in that area, at 53-58m from the creek to the proposed drop off zone.

  • The proposed carparking numbers in the draft plan are approximately the same as the current parking (including the additional ‘informal’ parking which occurs) – that is 140 spaces.

  • Currently, we have 58 ocean facing carparks along the foreshore strip (facing north). The draft plan includes 32, with the option to increase this to 41, if this were to be extended into what is currently designed as a ‘surf check’ on the western end of these parks (surf club end).
  • There is a drop off zone in the draft near the markets and scoot/skate park area. If this were to be used for nose in parking instead, there would be an additional 13 parking spaces (with a slight reduction in the width of the green space).

For more detailed information and visuals on this, please see the attached document in the Round 2 Key Documents folder on this page.

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NEW DATES. Due to the impacts of the recent flooding event, we had to make the decision to postpone the engagement sessions for this stage. We’re pleased to now have the new dates locked in. You can view the updated schedule below and keep an eye out for updates via the Kempsey Shire Council Facebook page.

Next Steps

After consulting the Crescent Head Advisory Group and the community in November-December 2024 and throughout early 2025, Council has now developed updated Concept Plans for Crescent Head’s Foreshore and Willow Street precincts.

The updated Concept Plans include exciting upgrades such as new nature-based playgrounds, a skate and scooter park, shaded picnic areas, and improved beach and creek access. Community feedback has been heard, with the retention of foreshore car parking reflected in the design, as well as the extended carpark option for community consideration.

The plans provide for markets, improved pedestrian circulation, and stronger connections between key areas like Willow Street, Main Street, and Little Nobby promoting all round improved safety.

Below are the revised Draft Concept Plans for the Crescent Head Foreshore and Willow Street Precinct. To view the plans in greater detail, please click here: Crescent Head Draft Concept Plans. You can also view them, attached in Round 2 Key Documents.

Current Engagement

Council would like to extend the invite again to community to share your feedback on these revised designs to help shape the final design outcomes. To have your say please complete the survey below or attend one of our upcoming face to face engagement sessions:


COMPLETE: Crescent Head Foreshore Pop-Up

Date: Tuesday 8 July 2025

Time: 2.00pm - 4.30pm

Location: Crescent Head Foreshore

COMPLETE: Crescent Head Foreshore Pop-Up

Date: Wednesday 9 July 2025

Time: 9.00am - 11.30am

Location: Crescent Head Foreshore

NEW: Crescent Head Community Briefing

Date: Thursday 10 July 2025

Time: 5.30pm - 7.30pm

Location: Crescent Head Community Hall

NEW: Crescent Head Markets

Date: Sunday 13 July 2025

Time: 9.00am - 1.00pm

Location: Crescent Head Foreshore

These sessions are a great way to gain all the information in person and have a friendly chat about the project. We are looking forward to seeing you there!

How else can you share your feedback?

In addition to chatting with us at the sessions above, we’re encouraging you to share your thoughts on the draft designs via the survey below or in writing as a submission. Submissions can be uploaded as an attachment below or emailed to ksc@kempsey.nsw.gov.au, handed in at Customer Service, or mailed to:

The General Manager
Kempsey Shire Council
PO Box 3078
West Kempsey NSW 2440

Round 2 survey is now open! This stage of the project will be on exhibition until close of business Monday 21 July 2025 (Extended due to the flooding event and rescheduled engagement sessions).

The home for all engagement information on the Crescent Head Foreshore Project and Community Advisory Group.


Latest Update

Wanting to better understand the data around the draft concept?

We’ve heard from some community members in this round of engagement that they want to better understand the size of green space and more around carparking numbers on the draft concept plans.

  • The proposed greenspace in the draft foreshore plan is approximately 5,300m2. This compares to the 5,700m2 currently on the foreshore.
  • The width of the ocean (north) facing foreshore space in the draft plan is approximately 12m, compared to the current space which varies from 6m to 14m.
  • You’ll note a significantly larger green space between the surf club and the amenities, which includes a proposed playground, scoot/skate park and market space. This space is almost double the width of the current greenspace in that area, at 53-58m from the creek to the proposed drop off zone.

  • The proposed carparking numbers in the draft plan are approximately the same as the current parking (including the additional ‘informal’ parking which occurs) – that is 140 spaces.

  • Currently, we have 58 ocean facing carparks along the foreshore strip (facing north). The draft plan includes 32, with the option to increase this to 41, if this were to be extended into what is currently designed as a ‘surf check’ on the western end of these parks (surf club end).
  • There is a drop off zone in the draft near the markets and scoot/skate park area. If this were to be used for nose in parking instead, there would be an additional 13 parking spaces (with a slight reduction in the width of the green space).

For more detailed information and visuals on this, please see the attached document in the Round 2 Key Documents folder on this page.

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NEW DATES. Due to the impacts of the recent flooding event, we had to make the decision to postpone the engagement sessions for this stage. We’re pleased to now have the new dates locked in. You can view the updated schedule below and keep an eye out for updates via the Kempsey Shire Council Facebook page.

Next Steps

After consulting the Crescent Head Advisory Group and the community in November-December 2024 and throughout early 2025, Council has now developed updated Concept Plans for Crescent Head’s Foreshore and Willow Street precincts.

The updated Concept Plans include exciting upgrades such as new nature-based playgrounds, a skate and scooter park, shaded picnic areas, and improved beach and creek access. Community feedback has been heard, with the retention of foreshore car parking reflected in the design, as well as the extended carpark option for community consideration.

The plans provide for markets, improved pedestrian circulation, and stronger connections between key areas like Willow Street, Main Street, and Little Nobby promoting all round improved safety.

Below are the revised Draft Concept Plans for the Crescent Head Foreshore and Willow Street Precinct. To view the plans in greater detail, please click here: Crescent Head Draft Concept Plans. You can also view them, attached in Round 2 Key Documents.

Current Engagement

Council would like to extend the invite again to community to share your feedback on these revised designs to help shape the final design outcomes. To have your say please complete the survey below or attend one of our upcoming face to face engagement sessions:


COMPLETE: Crescent Head Foreshore Pop-Up

Date: Tuesday 8 July 2025

Time: 2.00pm - 4.30pm

Location: Crescent Head Foreshore

COMPLETE: Crescent Head Foreshore Pop-Up

Date: Wednesday 9 July 2025

Time: 9.00am - 11.30am

Location: Crescent Head Foreshore

NEW: Crescent Head Community Briefing

Date: Thursday 10 July 2025

Time: 5.30pm - 7.30pm

Location: Crescent Head Community Hall

NEW: Crescent Head Markets

Date: Sunday 13 July 2025

Time: 9.00am - 1.00pm

Location: Crescent Head Foreshore

These sessions are a great way to gain all the information in person and have a friendly chat about the project. We are looking forward to seeing you there!

How else can you share your feedback?

In addition to chatting with us at the sessions above, we’re encouraging you to share your thoughts on the draft designs via the survey below or in writing as a submission. Submissions can be uploaded as an attachment below or emailed to ksc@kempsey.nsw.gov.au, handed in at Customer Service, or mailed to:

The General Manager
Kempsey Shire Council
PO Box 3078
West Kempsey NSW 2440

Round 2 survey is now open! This stage of the project will be on exhibition until close of business Monday 21 July 2025 (Extended due to the flooding event and rescheduled engagement sessions).

  • Have Your Say Survey – Revised Draft Concept Designs

    Thank you for your interest in the revised draft concept design for the Crescent Head Foreshore and Willow Street Community spaces. We are grateful for the feedback provided by the community in late 2024 on the initial working draft concept plans. This feedback has now been reviewed by the Community Advisory Group (CAG) with Council staff, and the concept designs have been updated to reflect the views received.  

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