Following feedback from the community about the proposed public artwork at North Mona Vale Headland  Reserve, Council has decided to suspend the project and undertake a comprehensive review before taking further steps later this year.

The artwork concept was developed by esteemed Australian contemporary artists, Claire Healy and Sean Corderio. The award-winning artists were selected through a two-stage tender process in 2022 and the Council resolved to enter a contract with the artists to deliver a public artwork as part of the Coast Walk Public Art Strategic Plan for the sum of $170,000 excluding GST.

Northern Beaches Council CEO Ray Brownlee said, “Council has now decided to suspend the project while a full review is undertaken.”

“This decision is about listening and responding to our community and if we need to further consult with them, then we will because we value the importance of public art and the views of our community,” Mr Brownlee explained.