Shoalhaven Local Transport Forum - 10/02/2026

Topics

• Hyams Beach no-stopping proposal raises driveway access concern
  A seasonal no-stopping zone on Hyam Road drew a specific resident access concern, prompting Council to consult further before installation.
  Parking restrictions can directly affect resident access, convenience and street usability in a popular coastal area.
• New 217-lot Badagarang subdivision flagged for extra road safety measures
  TfNSW recommended additional signs and line marking for a planned 217-lot subdivision at 104 Taylors Lane, highlighting evolving road safety standards.
  Large subdivisions shape future traffic patterns, safety treatments and local infrastructure expectations.
• Aster Street parking restrictions approved under delegation
  Council-backed parking and signage changes for Aster Street, Hyams Beach were approved under delegated authority after forum review.
  Even routine parking changes can affect local access, kerbside turnover and visitor behaviour in beachside areas.

Decisions

• Previous minutes confirmed
  The minutes of the Shoalhaven Local Transport Forum held on 9 December 2025 were confirmed.
  No direct service change, but it finalises the forum's record and decisions.
• Aster Street signage and parking restrictions endorsed
  The forum reviewed proposed signage and parking restrictions along Aster Street, Hyams Beach, and recommended approval by the Director City Services under delegated authority; this was later approved on 24 February 2026.
  Affects parking and street signage in Hyams Beach, potentially changing local access and parking availability.
• Hyam Road seasonal no-stopping signage and line marking endorsed
  The forum reviewed proposed seasonal 'No Stopping' signage and line marking along Hyam Road, Hyams Beach, and recommended approval by the Director City Services under delegated authority; this was later approved on 24 February 2026.
  May affect driveway access, kerbside parking and seasonal traffic management at Hyams Beach.
• Badagarang subdivision signage plan endorsed
  The forum reviewed proposed signage for the 217-lot residential subdivision at 104 Taylors Lane, Badagarang, and recommended approval by the Director City Services under delegated authority; this was later approved on 24 February 2026.
  Influences road safety and traffic controls for a new residential subdivision in Badagarang.

Discussion

• Hyams Beach parking and safety controls
  TfNSW supported the Hyam Road proposal in principle and suggested Council speak further with a resident concerned about 'No Stopping' restrictions across a driveway frontage.
  Residents near Hyam Road and Cyrus Street may see changes to parking and access arrangements.
• Updated road design guidance for Badagarang subdivision
  TfNSW advised using the DORAS manual and current AS 1742.2 (2022) when considering safety treatments at the 104 Taylors Lane subdivision, including Give Way signs, hold lines and linemarking.
  May affect how road safety treatments are delivered in the new subdivision and future local traffic conditions.
• Council discretion over additional safety treatments
  Council officers noted that some TfNSW suggestions for the Badagarang subdivision were not mandatory and could be considered at Council's discretion or through future operational review.
  Residents may see different levels of signage or line marking depending on Council's final operational approach.

Impacts

• Parking restrictions and signage changes may alter where residents and visitors can stop or park in Hyams Beach.
• A driveway frontage at the corner of Hyam Road and Cyrus Street may be affected by the seasonal no-stopping proposal.
• The new 217-lot subdivision at 104 Taylors Lane, Badagarang may include additional traffic safety signage and line marking.

Places

• Aster Street (road)
  Proposed signage and parking restrictions reviewed
• Hyams Beach (locality)
  Location of the Aster Street and Hyam Road transport matters
• Hyam Road (road)
  Seasonal 'No Stopping' signage and line marking proposal
• Cyrus Street (road)
  Driveway frontage concern raised at the corner with Hyam Road
• Badagarang (locality)
  Location of the residential subdivision proposal
• 104 Taylors Lane (road address)
  Site of the 217-lot subdivision
• Shoalhaven Local Transport Forum area (forum area)
  Transport items considered under Shoalhaven City Council delegation

Next

• Council to further discuss the Hyam Road no-stopping concerns with the affected community member.
  Before installation / implementation
• Implement the approved signage and parking changes at Aster Street and Hyam Road.
  After delegated approval, approved 24 February 2026
• Consider TfNSW safety recommendations, including Give Way signs, hold lines and linemarking, in relation to the Badagarang subdivision.
  During design or operational review

Extract

Meeting Minutes MINUTES OF THE SHOALHAVEN LOCAL TRANSPORT FORUM Meeting Date: Tuesday, 10 February 2026 Location: Manyana Meeting Room, City Administrative Centre, Bridge Road, Nowra Time: 9.30am The following members were present: Convenor David Pieresko – Transport Coordinator Ms Donna Binns – TfNSW (Remotely) Mr Brad Ross – TfNSW (Remotely) Ms Chloe Green – TfNSW (Remotely) Mr Jack Khourey - MP for South Coast Representative (Remotely) Others present: Ms Simone King - Premier Buses (Remotely) Mr Craig Exton – Manager - Technical Services Ms Melinda Grobe – Road Safety Officer Mr Adrian Vaquera - Civil Engineer (Remotely) Ms Kat Fischer – Governance Officer (Minute taker) Ms Krystal Kriza...