Surf Riders Point formal carpark

We will be upgrading Surf Riders Point carpark on Schuhkraft Drive located next to Schuhkraft Park and at the southern end of Nielson Park in Bargara, as part of Bundaberg Regional Council’s Parks Capital Renewal Program 2022-2023.

This project will address issues relating to erosion and pedestrian safety caused by ad hoc vehicular parking in the area.

The project includes:

41 long term vehicle parks, including one fully accessible carpark, consisting of:

• 21 parks in a formal car park setting
• 9 short term vehicle parks
• 11 parks in an overflow area on the grass

Following consultation with long-time users of Surf Riders Point Car Park, a number of changes have been made to the original design:

• the total number of vehicular parks has been increased to 41
• there are more car parks overlooking the surf
• there is a grass overflow parking area if the bitumen car park is full

This new design will make maximum use of the site, taking into account turning circles and manoeuvring space required, as well as the other considerations listed in the fact sheet.

Construction will start on Thursday 18 August 2022 and will be completed by 31 December 2022, weather and unforseen delays permitting.

Access to the carpark via the main entry will be closed to the public during the construction of the civil works. Council apologises for any inconvenience.

Please note that while access to the pathway leading into this area and the bridge will be open, there will be times when the bridge will be closed off for safety reasons. Pedestrian access will be provided on weekends.