Southern Breakwater night-time vehicle closure
From Friday 6 November 2026, the Southern Breakwater will have a night-time vehicle closure in place from 7pm to 5am every day. Outside these hours, you can drive onto the breakwater as usual.
What’s changing?
Access
- You can still drive onto the breakwater between 5am and 7pm.
- Emergency, security, and maintenance vehicles will have access at all times by contacting Port Operations.
- At 7pm, the gate at the entrance will close.
- If you arrive after it closes, you'll need to turn around.
- The gate will reopen at 5am.
The pedestrian gate access will remain, so you can walk or cycle onto the breakwater.
The pedestrian gate is accessible for people with prams, wheelchairs and other mobility aids, and bicycles.
Why are we introducing a night-time vehicle closure?
As the owners of the Southern Breakwater, we are introducing a 7pm to 5am night-time vehicle closure to help address after-hours anti-social behaviours in motor vehicles.
Pedestrians and cyclists will still have access during these hours.
The night-time vehicle closure is part of a broader package of staged improvement works on the Southern Breakwater, including updated line-marking, signage, and traffic management infrastructure. Works are anticipated to commence in 2027.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the night-time vehicle closure start?
From Friday 6 November 2026, every day from 7pm to 5am.
Is the night-time vehicle closure ongoing?
Yes, they're an ongoing arrangement. We will monitor and if anything changes, we'll update this page.
Why 7pm to 5am?
We're aware of after-hours anti-social behaviours in motor vehicles and motor bikes on the breakwater.
I'm on the breakwater in my vehicle at 7pm. What do I do?
Please exit the breakwater before the gate closes.
What happens if a car is still on the breakwater when the gate closes?
If you need assistance with exiting the breakwater through the gate, contact Port Operations on 07 4955 8147 (available 24/7).
What if I arrive after 7pm?
The gate will be closed, so you'll need to turn around. You can park and walk in through the pedestrian gate.
Can I still walk or ride a bicycle on the breakwater at night?
Yes. Pedestrian and cyclist access remains. It is accessible for people with prams, wheelchairs and other mobility aids, and bicycles.
Can I take an e-scooter on the breakwater at night?
While e-scooters are permitted on the breakwater at night, we ask that you ride safely and follow speed limits at all times.
Who can drive onto the breakwater during the night-time vehicle closure?
Emergency vehicles, security vehicles, and NQBP maintenance vehicles will have 24/7 access.
Can I get special permission to drive onto the breakwater between 7pm and 5am?
At this stage, there are no permits or other access arrangements available.
How will I know the hours?
Electronic and permanent signage along the breakwater will show the night-time vehicle closure hours, and you can always check this page or our Facebook page for updates.
Is this connected to the improvement works?
Yes. The night-time vehicle closure hours are part of a broader package of improvement works on the Southern Breakwater including updated line-marking, signage, and traffic management infrastructure.Read more.
Who can I contact with questions?
If you have any queries, please email us.