Sunshine Coast Council is excited to announce plans for improvements to Alex Bluff Foreshore Park at Alexandra Headland. This beloved council-wide park, famous for its breathtaking views, attracts locals and visitors alike to enjoy picnicking, surfing, taking in the scenery, and various recreational activities. With placemaking principles in mind, council aims to enhance the park while retaining its relaxed atmosphere and character with proposed landscape improvements.

Council has developed concept designs focusing on two areas of the park, ‘The Corner’ (Alex Wall) and Coastal Pathway Boardwalk, as part of high-level planning in the park.

The Alex Bluff Foreshore Park Improvements Survey was open from 28 March to 19 April 2023, giving the community opportunity to provide feedback on the proposed concept designs for ‘The Corner’ and the Coastal Pathway Boardwalk. This followed consultation with residents and special interest groups from 2020 to 2023, and circulation of project information by email and hardcopy distribution.

Over 320 survey responses were received, providing Council with valuable information on visitation to the area, and on the respondents’ opinions on the concept designs.

The proposal for ‘the Corner’ was supported by over two thirds (67.69%) of respondents, while the proposed boardwalk received backing from more than 72% of survey participants.

1. 'The Corner' Improvements

The Corner’ or Alex Wall, located at beach access 165 (opposite Mayfield Street), is renowned for its panoramic views and is a popular spot for picnics and checking the surf.

Council, in collaboration with local community groups, has prepared a concept design for the area.

Some of the features include:

• Widening of the coastal pathway
• Expansion of the viewing platform
• Custom seating
• New beach access stairs
• Planting of additional Pandanus trees for shade
• Implementation of interpretive/educational signage.

Click on the icons on the plan below to reveal more information about each of the proposed ideas.

The below view locations are indicated on the above plan.

2. Coastal Pathway Boardwalk

The proposed Coastal Pathway Boardwalk is an essential link in the Coastal Pathway network, providing wheelchair access to the steepest section between Mooloolaba Foreshore Park through to Maroochydore. The boardwalk’s design thoughtfully incorporates existing trees, offering scenic ocean glimpses, creating a stunning “tree-top” walk experience.

Click on the icons on the plan below to reveal more information about each of the proposed ideas.