Bundaberg Regional Council has successfully completed critical coastal protection works, including the demolition of the old Moore Park Beach Surf Life Saving Club (SLSC), in preparation for a king tide expected on Friday.
In early February, emergency actions were implemented following significant erosion at Bob Nielsen Park, which also affected the surf club.
Council engaged a structural and coastal engineer to assess the site, which contained asbestos, and a comprehensive Safety Management Plan was developed to guide the demolition of the affected building.
“Thanks to the dedication and hard work of our teams, we have completed these essential works ahead of the upcoming king tide,” Mayor Helen Blackburn said.
“We understand how disruptive this process has been for the local community, and we appreciate their patience and support throughout these challenging circumstances.
“While not Council’s land or assets, Council has taken this action at its own cost in the interests of the community.”
Before the demolition, final protective measures were put in place on February 19 with hundreds of rock bags laid along the foreshore in just 13 hours.
A total of 60 one-tonne sand-filled fertiliser bags and 250 one-tonne rock bags, filled with 75mm ballast rock, have been strategically placed to safeguard the area.
This was followed by sand pushing on February 20.
The sand pushing has further enhanced protection to the foreshore, ensuring the area is fortified for the upcoming king tide on February 28.
After the king tide Council will reassess the rock bag treatment and undertake any additional works as necessary, based on advice from coastal engineers.
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