Coast Council has further investigated the exposed concrete stairs at Terrigal Beach and will now remove some of the stairs as soon as possible.

The stairs have been on the southern end of the beach since a storm in the 1930s and are usually covered through natural sand replenishment.

Council is currently contacting earth moving operators to find the appropriate machinery to safely remove the stairs which will also require a part closure of the beach. Council is endeavouring to have the stairs removed before the summer beach season starts on Saturday 29 September.

Swimmers at Terrigal and all beaches are reminded to always take care and be aware of potential hazards in the surf. During the beach seasons, swimmers should always swim between the flags at the safest part of the beach.