Cassowary Coast Regional Council (CCRC) has developed a Foreshore Management Plan (FMP) for Kurrimine and Cowley Beaches. These areas are referenced across a number of key Council strategies, including the Cassowary Coast Regional Council 2023 Advocacy Plan and the Cassowary Coast Coastal Hazard Adaptation Strategy.

The FMP brings together existing plans and strategic directions to provide a coordinated, long-term approach to managing the foreshore. It guides future land-based activities, identifies actions to enhance coastal resilience, and supports improved community and environmental outcomes.

Council is now progressing the implementation of the Foreshore Management Plan.

Stage 1 of the Kurrimine walking track was completed in 2017, improving access along the foreshore.

Stage 2 is now progressing, with a contractor engaged to deliver the next section of the walking track. This stage will extend the existing pathway to improve connectivity, accessibility and overall use of the foreshore, while responding to environmental and coastal hazard considerations.

Construction is planned to commence April, with scheduled completion by 30 June 2026 (weather permitting)