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Blues Point Road - Proposed Speed Cushions

Update SEPTEMBER 2021


The community consultation outcomes were reported to the Traffic Committee meeting on 23 July 2021. The recommendations of the Traffic Committee were considered at the Council meeting on 23 August 2021 where Council resolved (view Council report):  

  1. THAT that Council apply to TfNSW for a 40km/h speed zone on Blues Point Road between Lavender Street and Blues Point Reserve. The scheme should incorporate the traffic and pedestrian upgrades identified in the McMahons Point (Blues Point Road) Public Doman Upgrade Masterplan, and as minimal use of raised flat top thresholds as possible between Princes Street and Blues Point Reserve to address the TfNSW criteria for the proposed 40km/h speed zone. 
  2. THAT the raised flat top threshold be used instead of speed cushions. 
  3. THAT if the scheme cannot be implemented with a maximum of two raised flat top thresholds, then the matter be brought back to the Committee. 
  4. THAT following discussions with TfNSW on the proposed scheme, a report be brought back to Council outlining the proposed scheme, the cost implications of the proposed scheme, potential funding, proposed schedule and details of further community engagement if required.
  5. THAT Council notes a preferred position for full width concrete or asphalt raised thresholds rather than rubber speed cushions for any speed humps proposed on Council roads, where it is practical and feasible to do so 
  6. THAT Council be included in the consultation process for the beautification works in Blues Point Reserve following the completion of the Metro works. 
  7. THAT Council seeks clarification on the timeline and status of the Metro works in the North Sydney LGA.  
  8. THAT the application for Blues Point Road 40km/h speed zone ensures that there is no loss of parking. 
  9. THAT the previous resolution of the 30th April Traffic Committee (Item 5.4) regarding line marking and signage on Blues Point Road be prioritised (subject to Public Health Orders).

The community engagement outcomes will be reported to the Traffic Committee meeting on 23 July 2021.

Please note that due to new COVID restrictions there was no public attendance at the 23 July Traffic Committee meeting. Minutes and a recording of the meeting will be uploaded to Council's website. 

Find out more about the North Sydney Traffic Committee here or click here to access the reports/minutes.

Feedback closed 11.59pm Sunday 6 June 2021 (extended)


In response to community concerns about speeding and general traffic issues in Blues Point Road, and as part of Council’s Local Area Traffic Management (LATM) Action Plans, Council resolved to consult the affected community on a proposal for speed cushions along Blues Point Road between Princes Street and Henry Lawson Avenue.

 A series of seven (7) sets of speed cushions are proposed at approximately 70-80 metre spacings are proposed along Blues Point Road. A speed cushion is similar to a speed hump but does not extend the full width of the roadway. The proposed speed cushions are approximately 75mm high.

 A concept plan of the proposal and PDF of the survey form are available in the Document Library - Current Surveys.

The purpose of the survey is to gauge the community’s opinion regarding the proposal and to assist Council’s decision making. It is not a voting form as such. Any comments you may have regarding the proposal will assist in determining the desired traffic arrangements in Blues Point Road. It is expected that the outcomes of the community consultation will be reported to the Traffic Committee meeting on 23 July 2021.

If you have any enquiries regarding the proposal, contact Council’s Traffic & Transport Operations Department on 9936 8100 or or yoursay@northsydney.nsw.gov.au

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