The day has come! Parking in the Kiama CBD will become even more limited.

The Level 33 site car park on Akuna Street has closed to the public from today19 January 2026. The site, privately owned by Sydney-based developer Level 33, will no longer be accessible, adding pressure to already limited town centre parking.

Remaining vehicles to be collected/removed in Akuna Street car park Monday morning

Council has no control over access to the privately owned site but is still investigating alternative parking options for the town centre despite this eventuality being known far in advance.

Drivers are being encouraged to plan ahead and explore other parking locations including shanks's pony!

The closure comes amid ongoing enforcement of NSW Government parking rules across the Kiama LGA upsetting many locals navigating correct parking protocols.

Parks behind Edessa arcade roped off showing the derelict sites to be demolished - house and old Kiama Independent Building

Council has increased its Compliance (Parking) Officers from one part-time to two full-time staff following a state government decision requiring physical infringement notices to be placed on vehicles.

Fines are now being issued for vehicles that are not parked in accordance with rules, such as parking in the direction of traffic, parallel and close to the kerb, or blocking footpaths and nature strips.

The Level 33 site was sold by Council in late 2022 for $28 million, and the developer has since secured State Significant Development status for a proposed high-rise development.

The project, which may rise to eight storeys and include two supermarkets, has raised community concerns about Kiama’s capacity to cope with additional developments and infrastructure pressures. Their show room on Terralong Street is currently being set up for business.

Motorists and business owners affected by the closure or other parking issues are encouraged to reach out to The Bugle with feedback or questions at [email protected].

Limited parking doesn't seem to have reduced cafe diners on Terralong Street this morning!