We are improving the access to Gymea Bay Baths.

38R Ellesmere Road, Gymea Bay NSW 2227 - access near intersection of  Gymea Bay Rd and Ellesmere Rd.

Project timeline

Project start:  MAY 2026

Estimated completion:  early 2027

Project background

Council is pleased to announce the stage 1 works within Gymea Bath Baths Reserve.  The design will provide a flexible and inviting open space that enhances the natural qualities of this site.

The planned improvements will support safe pedestrian access down to the popular foreshore baths and we will also focus on bush regeneration activity throughout the Reserve.  This will improve the amenity and accessibility for all visitors to the Gymea Bay Baths Reserve.

Consultation with our community

We consulted with the local community and key stakeholders about the development of the Masterplan which led to formal adoption in October 2022.   We thank you for your feedback that has helped shaped these exciting improvements within this recreation space.  Find out more.

Project scope

The upgrade will deliver:

  • New stairs at the street entrance and foreshore
  • Car parking improvements including provision for future lighting upgrade
  • Reconstruction of the shared service road
  • Bush regeneration and landscaping within the reserve
  • Localised drainage improvements
  • Improvements to concrete pool deck at the baths
  • Removal of the unused storage shed

Want to see how it will look?  Take a quick tour of the access stairs down to the water's edge.

Project schedule

Consultation with our Community - November 2021 to January 2022 (completed)

Adoption of Masterplan - October 2022 (completed)

Detailed Design finalisation - December 2025 (completed)

Procurement - January 2026 until May 2026 (completed)

Site Establishment - May 2026

Expected Practical Completion - early 2027 (weather permitting)

Impacts during construction

The work will impact large areas of the reserve.  To keep our visitors and community safe, the reserve will be closed during the  construction period.

Access to the baths and the timber jetty from the waterway, will still be available.  Some areas of the foredeck will be closed during construction.

The car parking area and public toilets will be closed during construction.  Alternative amenities can be located by using the National Toilet Map to find the nearest facilities.

We appreciate the support and collaboration of our community during this process.  We will keep you updated as the work progresses and thank you for your patience.

View of the Service Road entrance and boom gate
Service Road and signage

Funding

This project is fully funded by Sutherland Shire Council.

Frequently Asked Questions

Access to the baths will be closed during reconstruction.

Signs will be provided at the site to assist visitors and our community members.

The existing public toilets at Gymea Bay Baths Reserve will not be available during the construction period.

Alternate facilities are available at:

  • Old School Park (250 Gymea Bay Road) also known as Coonong Creek Bushland Reserve.
  • Gymea Bay Oval (2R Avenel Road, Gymea Bay).

Check out the National Toilet Map to locate other facilities.

Work has been scheduled for the cooler months, in order to reduce the likely impact on people who wish to use this facility.

To facilitate these works, a construction compound will be temporarily located within the access road.  There will be no parking available during this time.

Yes. Bush regeneration is a key part of the project, restoration of native vegetation, will enhance the amenity within the Reserve.  Tree planting and removal of invasive weeds will also be undertaken.

At Council we only remove trees when needed, as keeping a ‘green’ Sutherland Shire is important to us and our community.

Our Urban Tree & Bushland Policy requires that we undertake offset planting, as part of any project where trees need to be removed.

Existing trees have been carefully considered in the design of the new works to minimise tree removals.

A few trees located very close to the construction area and others, in poor health will be removed due to safety concerns.  A qualified tree management officer has assessed the site and recommended the removal of these trees.

Protective measures will be in place to safeguard the remaining trees throughout the project.