Strengthening our runway for the future

Latest news from Ballina Byron Gateway Airport

The runway at Ballina Byron Gateway Airport is set for a major upgrade.

The airport’s 30 metre wide runway will be overlayed as part of a maintenance program that will extend its lifespan by up to 10 years. The last runway overlay occurred in 2013.

The overlay works are planned to occur after hours during the months of May and June to ensure the airport can remain operational during the regular airline schedules.

In addition to the overlay works the existing runway lights will be upgraded to a more efficient new LED lighting system.

These routine runway maintenance works are undertaken to ensure the runway will continue to accommodate the expected aviation traffic over the coming years.

The project cost is estimated to be approximately $20 million, with $5.54 million provided through the Federal Government’s Building Better Regions Fund, and the remainder funded through the Airport’s Capital Works program.

Stay tuned for more information in upcoming editions of Community Connect.

For more information visit ballinabyronairport.com.au daily rate flat fee 24-hour period $30 hourly rates do not apply

New reserved parking area

A new parking option just steps away from the check-in terminal is open. Travellers now have the option to reserve and pay for their parking spot online before they arrive.

“Parking spaces are at a premium during peak holiday times. This new additional parking zone gives users access to a priority parking area and the option to streamline their parking experience,” said Manager Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, Ms Julie Stewart.

Pre-book your parking online from $20 per day at ballinabyronairport.com.au/parking