Council is pleased to announce that the Dinni Birrarrk Walk project has now been completed and is open for the community and visitors to enjoy.

This project has been a fantastic collaborative effort. Council would like to thank Cal Civil for their hard work, professionalism and commitment throughout construction. Their quality workmanship has helped deliver a wonderful outcome for Paynesville.

Council would also like to acknowledge Paynesville Landcare for their ongoing support and involvement throughout the project. Their contribution has played an important role in helping bring this project to life.

A final thank you also goes to residents, trail users and visitors for your patience and understanding while works were underway. We know construction activities can cause temporary inconvenience, and we greatly appreciate the support shown by the community throughout the project.

The completed walk is a wonderful asset for the area, improving access while allowing locals and visitors to experience the natural beauty of the Paynesville foreshore. Council looks forward to seeing the trail enjoyed for many years to come.

Click 👉 here to view photos of the completed Dinni Birraark Walk

The Dinni Birraark Walking Trail Extension is now entering its final stages, with only approximately 80 metres of trail remaining to be completed. Cal Civil has made good progress throughout the project, and we are pleased to see the works nearing completion.

We would like to thank everyone for their patience and understanding during the construction period. The temporary disruptions will soon be behind us, and the completed trail will enhance access to and enjoyment of this valued natural area for both the community and visitors alike.

Over the coming weeks, final works will be completed, and the trail will be ready to reopen for public use. We look forward to sharing the finished project with the community and appreciate the ongoing support shown throughout the delivery of these important improvements.

Click 👉 here to see additional photos of the works that are nearing completion

Construction of the Dinni Birraark Trail is progressing smoothly, with contractor Cal Civil making solid progress across the site.

Most of the rock beaching has now been installed, and the trail is clearly starting to take shape, helping define the final alignment of the trail.

Upcoming works will focus on raising sections of the trail and constructing retaining walls near the Kellina Court end, before progressing toward completion of the trail through to the Backwater Court end.

We would like to thank the community for their patience while these works are underway.

Click 👉 here to see photos of some of the works that have been completed

Visitors to the Dinni Birraark Walk at Newlands Arm will soon enjoy a safer, more user friendly, and clearly defined trail, with works set to begin on upgrades to this important community trail.

We have awarded the construction contract to Cal Civil, with works scheduled to commence on 15 June 2026. Construction is expected to take approximately six weeks, weather permitting.

The upgrade will focus on a 372‑metre section of the trail between Backwater Court and Kellina Court in Paynesville. Works will include:

• Creating a more well-defined and stable walking surface
• Improving usability for a wide range of users
• Ensuring the trail is easier to follow while minimising environmental impact

The project aims to enhance access while protecting the surrounding landscape for future generations.

In addition, a 60m section of rock beaching will be installed along the shoreline in the first section to assist stabilise the foreshore and protect against erosion.

During construction, machinery and work crews will be active along sections of the foreshore. For public safety, the section of trail between Backwater Court and Kellina Court will be temporarily closed for the duration of the works.

Community members are asked to:

• Avoid entering the closed work area
• Follow all on-site signage and directions
• Take care when moving near adjacent areas

These temporary restrictions are necessary to ensure the safety of both the public and construction workers.

We thank the community for their patience and cooperation while these works are undertaken.

We are working to improve a 400m section of the Dinni Birraark Walk, from Sunset Cove westward toward Jones Road. The area has been surveyed and is currently being assessed to inform the detailed design.

Our project supervisor is currently following up on materials and the works schedule. We look forward to sharing further updates soon.

A survey of the project area was recently completed. Council officers are now reviewing the survey results to understand the existing conditions which will inform the future pathway works.

The ecological assessments, Cultural Heritage Assessment, and engagement with Gunaikurnai Land and Waters Aboriginal Corporation (GLaWAC) are currently being undertaken.