Amended Plan Of Management adopted for Tomaree National Park

An amendment to the Tomaree National Park Plan of Management has been adopted by the NSW Government, paving the way for the Tomaree Coastal Walk and improved visitor experiences in Tomaree National Park, Port Stephens.

Boardwalk to Tomaree Head Lookout, Tomaree National Park

National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) Area Manager Andrew Bond said Tomaree National Park is a popular destination with residents and visitors to the area and is an important part of the Worimi cultural landscape.

“Tomaree National Park provides a spectacular backdrop for the coastal towns and villages of Port Stephens and conserves many of the important natural and cultural values of the area,” Mr Bond said.

“The amendment is the first step in the planning process for the Tomaree Coastal Walk project, a spectacular 20-kilometre walk from Tomaree Head to Birubi Point in the national park.

“The $6.7 million project will also involve upgrades to the Tomaree summit and WWII gun emplacement walks, new and upgraded walking tracks, lookouts, interpretative signage and other visitor facilities.

“There is strong community interest in the project and we have consulted with residents, business operators, community groups and organisations from the early planning stages to ensure the views of the local community are considered.

“We’re now asking everyone with an interest in this project to have their say on the draft master plan and environmental impact assessment, which will be open for public exhibition until Tuesday 20 October 2020,” said Mr Bond.

The draft master plan has been informed by community feedback and extensive cultural, environmental and geotechnical assessments. The plan provides a framework and conceptual design for the 20-kilometre walk and future visitor experience improvements.

As part of the exhibition, NPWS will be hosting COVID-safe community information sessions on Saturday 10 October 2020 to provide an opportunity for people to meet with the project team to discuss the draft plans.

Bookings are essential. Call the NPWS Nelson Bay office on

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