Restoration and protection works continue for Gold Coast beaches

Following the impact of Tropical Cyclone Alfred, beach restoration and protection works are continuing for Surfers Paradise with the installation of geoboxes into the dunes near View Avenue.

Work has begun to install the large sand-filled textile boxes which will help shield the foreshore from future high tide and damaging swell conditions.

Acting Mayor Mark Hammel noted “our beaches are one of our greatest assets and our crews have been working hard since Tropical Cyclone Alfred to restore them.

“The new measures will not only provide an extra layer of protection, but also support the natural restoration of the beaches as sand replenishment from the dredge continues and vulnerability is reduced.”

The works will be conducted between View Avenue and Trickett Street.

The City is taking steps to minimise disruption with work expected to be completed in mid-May.

As part of Council’s continued beach resilience program, the City is also taking steps to protect dunes along the South Surfers Oceanway.

The City has begun work consolidating beach accessways between Laycock Street and First Avenue to help preserve the health of the dune systems.

Acting Mayor Hammel added “this work is critical to helping reconnect our vital dune systems which in turn helps protect public infrastructure and private property from erosion.

“Dunes act as a natural buffer between the land and sea and stable dunes are critical to the health of our beaches.

“We thank all Surfers Paradise residents and visitors for their continued patience while our beach works are taking place.”

The City will ensure there are safe and well-maintained beach access points every 100-150metres, meaning a maximum walking distance of 75metres from private property along the beachfront.

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