PORT STEPHENS Council is implementing measures to support a better experience for locals and visitors at Birubi Point during the busy summer holiday period.
General Manager Tim Crosdale said, “Our peak season management plan guides our approach, and this holiday period it will include extra linemarking, additional onsite signage, increased Council Ranger presence, VMS early warning boards, Live Traffic updates and ongoing digital signage to inform car parking availability and restrictions.
“During peak visitation, we also schedule additional cleaning, waste management and install temporary toilets.”
Mr Crosdale did note however that the “lower car park” at Birubi Point will continue to remain closed, having sustained significant damage in the May 2025 natural disaster.
“The lower car park has suffered damage beyond Council’s usual maintenance resources,” Mr Crosdale said.
“It sits on land that is highly sensitive and naturally unstable, and pressure from more frequent major weather events, repeated rising groundwater and increasing visitation has been impacting this special place.
“We want visitors to come to Port Stephens and see the beautiful beaches the area has to offer, but car parking opportunities will remain limited through the busy summer period.”
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