We are committed to keeping our community informed about activities happening around our ports. This includes works planned around Glebe Island and White Bay by Port Authority and other agencies. Check out the notifications below for details and contact the listed teams if you have further questions or complaints.

Sydney Harbour community notifications

AgencyProjectDetailsDatesNotification link
Port AuthorityBlues Point Navigation Tower refurbishmentPort Authority of NSW is undertaking a full refurbishment of the Blues Point Navigation Tower to facilitate its continued use as vessel navigation aid in Sydney Harbour. March 2026-April 2026
Community Notification Blues Point Navigation Tower refurbishment
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Destination NSWAustralia Day 2026Drone rehearsal at White Bay Cruise Terminal20 January 2026
Drone Rehearsal Resident Notification 20 January
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Port Authority Shore PowerCivil construction works are underway at the White Bay Cruise Terminal as part of the Shore Power project. To support the timely and efficient delivery of this project, extended construction hours will be in place on Sundays for a limited period.February 2026- March 2026Out-of-Hours Work Notification January 2026
Destination NSWAustralia Day 2026Drone rehearsal at White Bay Cruise Terminal9 January 2026
Drone Rehearsal Resident Notification
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Port AuthorityMoores Wharf refurbishmentPort Authority of NSW is undertaking internal refurbishment work at Moores Wharf to improve accessibility, amenity and safety for staff.  January 2026- Mid 2026
Community Notification Moores Wharf
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Transport for NSWWestern Harbour TunnelTransporting tunnel boring machine (TBM) parts from Glebe IslandNovember 2025 to May 2026Transporting tunnel boring machine (TBM) parts from Glebe Island
Port Authority Shore PowerExtended construction hours will support the timely and efficient delivery of the shore power infrastructure, for a limited period.November 2025Out-of-Hours Work Notification November 2025
Transport for NSW Transport for NSW is partnering with Placemaking NSW to upgrade the intersection of Robert and Mullens streets, improving safety for everyone who walks, rides or drives through the area.November 2025Robert and Mullins Streets intersection upgrade community notification
Transport for NSW Transport for NSW will undertake investigation work as part of the long-term management of the Glebe Island BridgeOctober 2025Glebe Island Bridge investigations notification
Port Authority Shore PowerPort Authority will begin site establishment works at White Bay in preparation for construction activities starting in September 2025. August 2025Site Establishment and Construction Works
Transport for NSWWestern Harbour TunnelGlebe Island Surface Work June - December 2025Glebe Island Surface Work notification
Port Authority Shore PowerPort Authority will be undertaking site investigation works around White Bay in preparation for the shore power civil works.June 2025Shore Power Site Investigation Work notification
Port Authority Shore PowerDemolition work is being undertaken to create space for the shore power electrical equipment and infrastructure.March 2025Demolition Work notification

Port of Eden community notifications

AgencyProjectDetailsDatesNotification link
Port AuthorityRoyal CarribeanAnthem of the Seas to stay at Eden Cruise Wharf for repairs29 January to 4 February 2026
Port of Eden Community Notification January 2026
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