Update October 2023

The West Head Lookout safety improvements are on track for completion by mid-November 2023.

Work progress

The construction of all sandstone retaining walls is now complete and the following activities are due to be completed in the coming weeks:

  • reinstatement of the previous sandstone paving and the bronze map plinth
  • installation of the stainless-steel balustrade along the lower retaining wall
  • planting of native species in the garden beds.

Sandstone retaining walls, including curved sandstone seating wall, at lookout with view over the water

Site management and access

Access to West Head Lookout and the West Head army track remain closed to visitors with West Head Road closed at the Resolute picnic area. Access to Resolute picnic area, Resolute track, Aboriginal Heritage walk, Red Hands track, West Head Beach, Resolute Beach, and Mackerel Beach remain open.

Reinstatement of the existing sandstone paving and curved seating at lookout with view over the water