Gold Coast’s Seaway Promenade nears completion

The Gold Coast’s new Seaway Promenade is nearing completion at The Spit offering locals and visitors expansive views along the Gold Coast’s spectacular coastline.

Locals and visitors will be able to stroll out to the viewing platform at the end of the seawall and enjoy views south along the city’s coastline and to the north the scenic beaches of South Stradbroke Island.

Acting Premier Steven Miles considers "The Seaway Promenade will become one of the Gold Coast’s must-visit destinations and enthuses "it’s exciting to see these new spaces coming to life as we work to transform the Spit into a premium destination."

The Seaway Promenade, the recently-opened Moondarewa Spit foreshore improvements and a shared pathway between Sea World and Doug Jennings Park was the result of a $6.84 million investment from the Queensland Government.

Acting Premier Miles added “people can now enjoy the open spaces with plenty of spots to soak up the beautiful views, especially taking in the sunset at Moondarewa Spit.

“The shared cycling and pedestrian pathway from SeaWorld to Doug Jennings Park improves safety and access for people looking for alternatives to driving to The Spit.

Member for Gaven Meaghan Scanlon said The Spit was a destination for locals and tourists and notes “whether it’s walking your dog, going for a swim or having a family bbq, The Spit has something for everyone.

“Importantly, these facilities were delivered by two local Gold Coast companies, Hazell Brothers and Place Design Group, generating more than 20 jobs.”

The next phase of The Spit Master Plan Implementation is progressing, with a contract for the design work on a pontoon and jetty at the northern end of Marine Stadium being awarded to GHD.

Construction is due to start mid-year on the $4 million jetty and pontoon.

Gold Coast Waterways Authority Chief Executive, Hal Morris said it’s exciting to see The Spit Master Plan come to life.

“The Spit is well-loved by locals and visitors and it’s great to be delivering the facilities the community told us they wanted to see there when we undertook consultation for the Master Plan.”

Image top courtesy Gold Coast Waterways Authority