We’re working with community and other stakeholders to better manage flood risks in specific areas of Dapto, Kanahooka and Koonawarra.

We’ve prepared a Brooks Creek Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan, which focuses on parts of Dapto, Kanahooka and Koonawarra. This study and plan looks at how flooding affects people, homes, infrastructure like roads and stormwater pipes, and public spaces likes parks and recreation areas. It identifies flood risks and looks at what we can do to reduce and manage those risks.

The study area covers several local waterways, including Brooks Creek.

Overview of the Study and Plan

The Brooks Creek Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan outlines the potential risks and impacts of floods and recommends practical ways to reduce current and future flood risks. These findings will help us to guide future planning and development in this area.

Through this study, we’ve identified several options (or measures) to help in managing flood risk in specific areas of Dapto, Kanahooka and Koonawarra. These include:

Flood Modification Measures

These are built structures that help to control floodwater and reduce impact on public and private assets. They can also help ensure our drains and culverts remain free from blockages during big storms. Examples include levees, detention basins, and debris control measures.

Response Modification Measures

These help our community better prepare for and respond to floods by improving awareness and communication. Examples include emergency plans, flood warnings, and community education.

Property Modification Measures

These involve change/addition of flood planning controls for future developments (buildings, roads and others) to ensure that land uses are compatible with flood risk. They can also include voluntary house raising and purchase, or flood-proofing of buildings, which can reduce flood damages.

You can learn more about this Study and Plan by reviewing:

• The draft Study and Plan
• The flood maps with proposed flood mitigation measures (more information on these are available on page 78 of the Study and Plan)
• The summary of proposed measures including Response Modification and Property Modification Measures
• FAQs

You can also visit Dapto Library or Wollongong Library to view printed copies of all the material.

Share your thoughts by:

• Completing the feedback form
• Emailing engagement@wollongong.nsw.gov.au
• Attending in-person
  • Let's Talk Dapto on Thursday 30 April 2026 4.00-5.30pm at Dapto Ribbonwood Centre
• Writing to Engagement, Wollongong City Council, Locked Bag 8821 WOLLONGONG DC NSW 2500
• Phoning 4227 7111

We've also got lots of information and resources on things like creek maintenance, stormwater maintenance and flooding information. Look at the Important Links on this page to find out more. You can also watch some short videos about flooding in Wollongong.

We invite you to share your feedback until midnight 26 May 2026.

Please note, any submissions become public documents and may be viewed by other persons on request. Please read Council's Privacy Policy before submitting your feedback.

Have questions?

You can give us a call on 4227 7111 to speak with the Engagement Team, or email engagement@wollongong.nsw.gov.au and we will get back to you.

Accessibility and language assistance

If you’re d/Deaf, hard of hearing or have a speech or language difficulty, you can contact us through the National Relay Service. If you need an interpreter, you can contact us through the Translating and Interpreting Service on 131 450. You’ll need to provide our phone number 02 4227 7111 for either service.