We’re planning for the future of the Port Macquarie Hastings coastline, estuaries and waterways. Your feedback will help shape the priorities and actions that guide coastal management over the next 10 years and beyond.

At this stage, we want to hear about what you value, what you know about your local coastal areas, and the issues or opportunities you think Council should consider as we develop the Coastal Management Program.

You can learn more about the Coastal Management Program and coastal hazards by reading the fact sheets, watching the explainer videos or attending a drop-in session.

Your feedback will help inform the development of management options and actions for the CMP.

There will be another opportunity to review and comment on the draft CMP before it is finalised.

Consultation closes on 15 July 2026.

A Coastal Management Program (CMP) is a long-term plan required under NSW legislation that helps guide how we manage our coast, estuaries and waterways.

It will set priorities and actions for the next 10 years and beyond, including how we:

  • Manage coastal hazards like beach erosion, shoreline recession, coastal inundation and tidal inundation
  • Protect coastal environments, waterways and cultural heritage
  • Support safe access, recreation and coastal lifestyles

It focuses on the places, values and activities affected by coastal processes and hazards.

As you explore this page and complete the survey, these focus areas will help guide your feedback.


The CMP follows a five-stage process set by the NSW Government and is informed by scientific studies, modelling, local knowledge, community feedback and input from government agencies. We are currently at Stage 3 - identifying and developing coastal management options.


How you can get involved

  • Find out about the CMP

    Explore our supporting information at a high level or take a deep dive.

    • Read the fact sheets and the information brochure
    • Explore detailed studies and reports
    • Watch the explainer videos
    • Attend a drop in session

  • Attend a Drop In Session

    • Flexible timing
    • Experts on hand
    • 2 x sessions in each location (12 noon-2:30pm and 5-7:30pm)

    Monday 29 June - Port Macquarie

    Tuesday 30 June - Wauchope

    Wednesday 1 July - Laurieton

    Thursday 2 July - Bonny Hills

    Register below for location details.

  • Give feedback your way

    Provide your feedback in a variety of ways using our interactive map, online survey, written submission and quick polls tools on this page.

    Drop a pin and leave a comment on our interactive map to show us places where you have noticed coastal issues, local opportunities or areas that may need future action.


Have Your Say

There's plenty of ways to share your feedback:

  • Complete the Quick Poll
  • Share feedback online via our survey or submission tabs and interactive map
  • Attend a drop in session - register below
  • Return a hard-copy feedback form to your local Library or Customer Service Centre
  • Email council@pmhc.nsw.gov.au
  • Write to The General Manager, Port Macquarie-Hastings Council, PO Box 84, Port Macquarie NSW 2444

Submissions close at 5pm on 15 July, 2026.

Your feedback

Map

Drop-in Session Registration

Written Submission