Updated 13 March 2026
What’s happening?
In great news for the Red Rock community, construction of the long-awaited new stairs to Little Beach is expected to start in 2026. This timeframe has changed slightly from the original schedule due to an unexpected delay with sourcing materials.
We are currently engaging with the Local Aboriginal Land Council as the last step before construction can commence, and we will provide further updates as we progress.
Who is doing this work?
With the sensitive coastal environment an important factor, we chose the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development’s Soil Conservation Service Division to undertake the detailed design of the stairs and manage the project’s delivery.
We are aware of the culturally significant Red Rock Headland and surrounding areas and will work with the Coffs Harbour Local Aboriginal Land Council and the Traditional Owners to ensure the cultural sensitivity of this area is protected.
What else should we know?
When we spoke with community members in March 2025 this year, we shared how funding had been secured. We also gave details of the preferred options and explained how the location of the stairs was slightly adjusted to help ensure the new stairs would better withstand the harsh coastal environment.
How long will the construction take?
Once work gets started, it’s expected that the construction will be completed within a matter of weeks.