The council, at its September 16 meeting, resolved that the name of the walking track at Bombo Headland remain as the Thunda Track and the name not be associated with Aboriginal culture.

It was further resolved to consult with Kiama Tourism regarding the marketing of the North Bombo Quarry walking track.

According to a report tabled at last Tuesday night's council meeting, since this resolution, the council has consulted further with the GNB, who advised that the name must be referred to them for consent.

"This requirement is based on the fact that emergency services may not be able to locate a feature such as the track using GPS if the track name is not officially made and registered with the GNB," the report stated.

"As a result, council is advised that a formal application was submitted to the GNB on September 23."

A GNB spokesperson said the matter would be considered at their next meeting in late November.

In May, the council resolved to name the new trail the Thunda Track.

Cr Warren Steel suggested the name Thunda, believing Bombo was an Aboriginal word for thunder.

The councillors decided to adopt the name.

Kiama's Paul Beaupark, an indigenous Australian, told the council he found the name offensive.

He also questioned the information which said Bombo is the Dharawal word for thunder.