Mount Martha: Briars - Boardwalk

Project typeOpen Spaces and Reserves

The existing Briars Boardwalk starts at the Briars and runs through natural terrain along Balcombe Creek, ending at the Mount Martha Balcombe Estuary. Due to the deteriorating condition of the boardwalk, multiple sections have been damaged, making it inaccessible to the community.

The Destination Experience Team aims to reopen the boardwalk to provide the community with the opportunity to walk through the natural beauty of Balcombe Creek and experience the surrounding environment at the Briars.

A consultant was engaged to prepare a cost estimate for the repair works. Three options were provided: the first option involves moving the boardwalk away from the creek and constructing a new path outside the vegetated area. The second option focuses on repairing only the damaged sections. The third option is a complete reconstruction of the boardwalk.

A report was tabled with Council detailing the community’s preferred option for rectifying the boardwalk. The report noted that funding of detailed design and delivery was reliant on Council endorsing the project within the FY26 Capital Works program. Council did not include the Boardwalk project in the FY26 Capital Works program and therefore further works are on hold until additional funding can be sought.

Update: July 2025