Eurobodalla Council is inviting community comment on the draft Moruya Flood Study and Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan, the documents are on public exhibition until Wednesday 10 June 2026.

The studies assess flood behaviour and flood risk across Moruya, identifying practical measures to assist with flood management into the future. The study area stretches from the Moruya River mouth upstream to Wamban Creek and includes surrounding waterways such as Dooga Creek, Malabar Creek and Racecourse Creek.

Eurobodalla Council’s director of planning and environment Gary Bruce says the exhibition period is a key part of the planning process, giving residents, businesses and landowners an opportunity to see the modelling before the studies are finalised.

“We’re not adopting these studies yet. Public exhibition is the community’s formal opportunity to look at the work completed to date, ask questions and provide feedback to help shape the final documents,” Mr Bruce says.

The modelling shows flooding remains a significant and complex challenge for Moruya, particularly when flooding, tides, impacts from climate change and road overtopping combine. Some of the towns key transport routes, including the Princes Highway, South Head Road, Albert Street and Murray Street – are identified as vulnerable to major flood events.

“We also identify possible risk-management measures like improved emergency planning, flood warning information, and selective road raising to ensure long-term resilience for the town centre and vital infrastructure,” says Mr Bruce.

Advances in flood modelling and updated rainfall data has led to higher predicted flooding in some areas compared with earlier studies.

“We’re already hearing concerns about how this modelling could affect Moruya’s development, particularly in the CBD. However, the draft documents largely reflect flood controls already in place. This exhibition period is specifically designed so we can hear from right across the community before anything is finalised,” Mr Bruce says.

“These documents reflect almost three years of work with specialist consultant Rhelm, technical agencies and community consultation, and have been reviewed by Council’s Climate and Environment Advisory Committee.”

Council is providing the community with opportunities for face-to-face discussion with Council staff and flood specialists, with two drop-in Sessions at Moruya’s Dr Mackay Community Centre:

* Monday 25 May from 3-7pm
* Tuesday 26 May from 9am-1pm

In addition, there is an online survey available on Council’s Our Eurobodalla community engagement platform. Mr Bruce says there will be targeted sessions with Aboriginal stakeholders including local land councils and Elder groups, as well as emergency services and warning providers like the Bureau of Meteorology and Water NSW.

The draft Moruya Flood Study and Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan are available on Council’s website, with hardcopies available at the Batemans Bay, Moruya and Narooma Libraries, and at Council’s administration building in Moruya. Submissions can be made online, by email or in writing during the exhibition period.

Community can observe Bay floodplain-risk workshop

Councillors will attend a workshop on Eurobodalla’s Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan for Batemans Bay next week, ahead of the 26 May general meeting. Starting at 10am on Tuesday 19 May, the workshop is open for community observation.

Councillors can discuss proposed mitigation measures that minimise impact from flooding and inundation on Batemans Bay and surrounds.

The community are invited to attend the Moruya Administration Building’s Council Chamber in person or watch online using Council’s webcast service (live for the workshop), with the understanding this is an observation-only – not an active-participatory opportunity.

The NSW Government is getting on with the job of improving safety and reliability on the Kings Highway, with almost $14 million in upgrades to begin this month.

The package includes strengthening work on Warri Bridge west of Braidwood, two road resurfacing projects at Bungendore, and the start of major safety improvements at West Mulloon.

“The Minns Labor Government is continuing to invest in safer, stronger and more reliable roads across regional NSW”, said Member for Monaro Steve Whan.

“This almost $14 million package will deliver practical upgrades along the Kings Highway, including bridge strengthening, road resurfacing and safety improvements at West Mulloon.

“The Kings Highway is the most important connection between the NSW South Coast and the ACT, and these works will help improve safety, resilience and efficiency for the communities, businesses and visitors who rely on it.

“We know regional roads need ongoing investment, and the Minns Labor Government is getting on with the job of delivering the upgrades that matter.”

The investment includes:

• $8.15 million under the Towards Zero Safer Roads Program to widen a four kilometre section at West Mulloon
• $3.8 million to resurface two sections of the highway at Bungendore
• $1.6 million to strengthen Warri Bridge west of Braidwood

Work to strengthen the pier headstocks of Warri Bridge started on Monday 4 May and is expected to continue until Friday 31 July, weather permitting.

The project will improve the resilience of the bridge and help maintain access for motorists. The first resurfacing project will start on Monday 18 May on a 1.85-kilometre section of the highway near Mill Post Lane, south-west of Bungendore.

Work is expected to take up to four weeks to complete, weather permitting. The second resurfacing project will follow from Monday 15 June on a 700-metre section of the highway between Malbon Street and King Street in Bungendore. Work is expected to take up to three days to complete, weather permitting.

From Wednesday 20 May, work will also begin on the West Mulloon Safety Improvements project, west of Mulloon Road.

The project will deliver wider lanes, improved drainage and a minimum one-metre shoulder on both sides of the highway for four kilometres. Work is expected to be complete by November, weather permitting.

For the resurfacing projects near Mill Post Lane and Malbon Street, work will be carried out on weekdays between 7am and 6pm, and Saturdays between 8am and 1pm.

Single lane closures, a reduced speed limit of 40 km/h and stop/start traffic control will be in place during work hours. A 60 km/h speed restriction will be in place outside work hours for the safety of motorists.

Work on the West Mulloon Safety Improvements project will also be carried out on weekdays between 7am and 6pm, and Saturdays between 8am and 1pm, with single lane closures and stop/slow traffic control in place.

Motorists are advised to drive to the conditions, follow the signs and traffic control, and allow an additional five minutes of travel time.

For more information, visit the Kings Highway webpage, download the Live Traffic NSW app, visit livetraffic.com or call 132 701.