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Massive Morayfield Water Reservoir Lays the Foundation for 100,000 New Residents

Unitywater has poured the concrete equivalent of seven home foundations to form the base of a massive new water reservoir in Morayfield that will eventually serve 100,000 future residents.

A Sudden Influx

How do you prepare a quiet region for a massive population boom? You start from the ground up. Known as the Pine Valley Water Supply Project, this major infrastructure initiative aims to secure essential services for an expected wave of new neighbours across Narangba, Caboolture West, and the local suburb. Contractor Downer began construction in early 2025. They are racing toward a mid-2027 completion date.

Beating the Heat

Pouring 270 cubic metres of reinforced concrete is no simple task. Crews at the Jacko Place site worked under the cover of darkness between 2 am and 8 am to get the job done. Unitywater chief executive officer Anna Jackson explained this unusual schedule was necessary to let the massive slab cure perfectly in cooler temperatures. With the base now set, workers will soon raise 44 concrete panels vertically. These will form the outer walls of the 15-megalitre tank.

Tackling the Housing Crunch

Reliable infrastructure remains the key to accelerating suburban development. City of Moreton Bay Mayor Peter Flannery noted that delivering safe water and wastewater services is a crucial step in speeding up local housing supply. Turning greenfield sites like Waraba into vibrant, liveable communities requires intense forward planning. Local leaders view this project as an essential piece of that puzzle.

Billions in the Pipeline

The local tank represents just a fraction of a broader $2 billion investment planned for South East Queensland over the next five years. Jackson confirmed the current project will eventually expand to include eight kilometres of connecting pipelines and two additional 10-megalitre reservoirs. Growth is happening fast. Over the previous financial year alone, the water authority approved more than 10,000 new homes. Nearly 7,000 newly built properties joined their expanding network during that same period.

Published Date 05-August-2026

Cassia Townhomes Move Into Construction Stage In Caboolture

Construction has begun on Cassia, a 31-townhome development at 27 Cassowary Court, Caboolture.

The project is about 60 per cent sold, according to the release from the developer, with interest coming from first home buyers, local upgraders and investors.

Site set for 31 homes

Cassia is being built on an 8,000sqm site and will include 25 three-bedroom townhomes and six four-bedroom townhomes. The project is being delivered by Niche and Urbanluxe Projects, with Realm Projects managing sales.

Niche director Nicholas Wieczorek said the development was designed as an alternative to a traditional house on a larger block.

Design and layout

The project was designed by Pacifik Design Studio. Plans include contemporary facades, landscaped streets, open-plan living areas, private patios and secure garages.

The release also said perimeter landscaping and tree planting are planned for the site.

Buyer interest and grant eligibility

Realm Projects director Shane Foley said interest had come from a mix of buyers, including first home buyers, local upgraders and investors.

The homes are priced from $749,000, and eligible buyers may be able to access the Queensland Government’s $30,000 First Home Owner Grant.

Another addition to Caboolture’s housing stock

Caboolture has seen continued residential growth in recent years, with the suburb attracting buyers looking for access to shops, schools, transport, health services and rail.

Once complete, the Cassia development will add 31 new homes to the local housing supply.

Published 5-August-2026

The Busy Miller Hits the Market in Caboolture South for $3M+

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A fully leased Caboolture South retail centre with four businesses, including two tenants that have operated onsite for more than 20 years, has been placed on the market for more than $3 million.

The Busy Miller, at 99–103 Morayfield Road, occupies a 1,538sqm site and contains 388sqm of retail space. Colliers is exclusively handling the sale through an Expressions of Interest campaign.

The centre is fully leased to The Cheesecake Shop, Peter Radford Accountants, Boldalicious Hair Boutique and Executive Laundromat. Together, the tenancies generate net passing income of approximately $176,621 per annum.

The Busy Miller retail centre on Morayfield Road — Photo Credit: Colliers

Long-Term Tenants at Caboolture South Retail Centre

The Cheesecake Shop is identified as the centre’s anchor tenant and has operated at the property for more than 20 years. It has taken a new five-year lease.

Peter Radford Accountants has been onsite for more than 25 years, giving the property two businesses with tenancy histories extending beyond two decades.

Shops at 99–103 Morayfield Road — Photo Credit: Colliers

Boldalicious Hair Boutique and Executive Laundromat occupy the remaining tenancies.

In commentary accompanying the listing, Shaun Seeto referred to the long occupancy of The Cheesecake Shop and Peter Radford Accountants. Tony Huan Wang referred to residential growth, infrastructure investment and employment expansion across Moreton Bay, as well as the property’s position on Morayfield Road.

Morayfield Road Site and Access

The property has approximately 38 metres of frontage to Morayfield Road and about 28 on-grade car parks. It is a regular-shaped lot with Centre zoning.

The listing also identifies connections to the Bruce Highway, Morayfield Shopping Centre, Caboolture CBD and the wider South East Queensland transport network.

Retail centre frontage along Morayfield Road — Photo Credit: Colliers

Nearby businesses identified in the listing include supermarkets, department stores, food outlets, storage and veterinary services.

The Busy Miller is being offered as a freehold retail investment. The property listing classifies the asset as retail, with its use identified as general retail.

Caboolture South retail centre — Photo Credit: Colliers

Colliers Agents Handling the Sale

The sale campaign is being handled by two Colliers representatives based in Brisbane.

Shaun Seeto is Manager, Brisbane City & Metro Sales within Investment Services. Tony Huan Wang is Director, Asia Markets within Investment Services.

Expressions of Interest for the Caboolture South retail centre close at 4pm AEST on Thursday, 13 August 2026.

Published 4-August-2026

Godwin Beach Seawall Feedback Extended as Three Options Go to Community

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Community members have more time to comment on the Godwin Beach seawall renewal, with consultation extended as three options for the future coastal structure remain under consideration.

Feedback is being sought until 23 August 2026 on how the Godwin Beach foreshore is used, preferences for its future and where pedestrian beach access and a small ramp for canoes, kayaks and similar watercraft should be positioned.

The consultation period was extended by one week after a planned community pop-up was postponed by two weeks because of forecast strong winds.

The Bureau of Meteorology had forecast strong winds for the original event date, prompting the postponement on safety grounds. The rescheduled pop-up will now be held on Saturday, 15 August 2026, from 9am to noon near the amenities building at Godwin Beach.

The extension gives people additional time to speak with the project team before completing the survey.

Feedback can also be submitted through the online survey and map activity, by email or by post.

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Three Options for the Godwin Beach Seawall

Three approaches have been shortlisted for further assessment, with a rock seawall forming most of the structure under each option.

Option 1 – Rock seawall: A sloping rock seawall topped by a wide concrete pedestrian path. Large rocks arranged on a slope would provide protection from waves and shoreline erosion.
Option 2 – Rock seawall with habitat features: Most of the structure would remain a rock seawall, with habitat features added along a small section of the foreshore. Smaller rock formations would create intertidal areas, including rockpool-like habitat for marine plants and animals.
Option 3 – Rock seawall with nature-based protection: A small section would incorporate nature-based measures, potentially including reshaping the foreshore to a more natural slope, sand nourishment, native coastal and saltmarsh planting, and offshore artificial reefs. Small sections of the existing seawall could also potentially remain where they would not affect the structural integrity of new protective elements, although this would not be confirmed until detailed design if the option is selected.

Options 2 and 3 would use their alternative approaches as small trial sections, which would be monitored if built to assess their effectiveness.

Regardless of the option chosen, the final design would include at least three staircases for foreshore access and a ramp suitable for small watercraft such as canoes and kayaks. The location is not considered suitable for a large all-tides boat ramp.

A low concrete block would also run along the park side of the seawall to help reduce wave overtopping during severe weather and provide informal seating.

Native coastal planting near rock protection — Photo Credit: City of Moreton Bay

Why the Seawall Is Being Renewed

The existing Godwin Beach seawall was built in the 1980s and has gradually deteriorated because of tides and coastal weather events.

It protects parkland, Godwin Beach Esplanade and houses behind the foreshore from coastal erosion. The area is also used for recreation and is an important environmental area and protected migratory bird habitat.

Planning for the renewal is intended to provide continued coastal protection while considering community use and the natural values of the foreshore.

Community feedback gathered during the current consultation will be considered alongside technical investigations and statutory requirements as the options are assessed.

Design Work to Follow Consultation

The options assessment is the first stage of the renewal process.

A concept design will be shared with the community during the next design phase. Design work is scheduled for 2027 and 2028.

Construction is expected from 2031, subject to funding, approvals and unforeseen delays.

Published 3-August-2026

Bribie Island Flight Path Proposal Centres On Northern Communities

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For communities around Caboolture and southern Bribie Island, a proposed Bribie Island flight path change could alter where Brisbane Airport arrivals travel across northern Moreton Bay.

The proposal forms part of Package 3 of the Noise Action Plan for Brisbane, which examined options to reduce the frequency and concentration of aircraft movements over Greater Brisbane communities.

Maps comparing the current and proposed northern arrival routes place Caboolture within the wider flight path area, alongside Elimbah, Donnybrook, Woorim and Redcliffe. No separate estimate has been published for the number of Caboolture residents who may be affected by the change.

Southern Bribie Island has a more specific connection to the plan. One of the progressed Package 3 actions is intended to move over-water arrivals away from the southern end of the island, where aircraft have travelled at lower altitudes on their approach to Brisbane Airport.

Caboolture marked within proposed aircraft flight paths — *Photo Credit: Airservices Australia*

Bribie Island Flight Path Awaits Assessment

The proposed northern routes would shift arrivals further north over water before aircraft line up with the northern end of Brisbane Airport’s new runway.

Airservices Australia estimates the revised paths would reduce the number of people overflown from the north and west over water by about 59,000. However, the design would also place about 6,000 additional people beneath the final turn over land because the approach connection must be extended to comply with aviation requirements.

The Bribie Island flight path change has not begun operating. It remains subject to a Civil Aviation Safety Authority Airspace Change Proposal and cannot be introduced until that assessment is completed.

This differs from changes to arrivals over land at the southern end of Brisbane Airport’s runways, which commenced on 9 July 2026. Those routes did not require further design review or additional approval.

Aircraft travelling over the Bribie Island coastline — *Photo Credit: Airservices Australia*

Different Approaches For Non-Jet Aircraft

Package 3 also progressed short-approach connections for non-jet aircraft using the northern runway end.

These connections would allow non-jet arrivals to be divided between long and short approaches over water. Aircraft using a shorter approach would turn and align with the runway closer to the airport, providing another route for distributing flights.

Bribie Island flight path — *Photo Credit: Airservices Australia*

The change is also intended to reduce the impact of visual arrivals over Redcliffe. A separate proposed adjustment to non-jet departures was not progressed because it was not expected to produce a meaningful noise difference and could restrict jet departures using the same runway.

Wider Changes Remain Contested

Across the wider package, Airservices Australia estimates almost 140,000 fewer residents would be directly overflown through northern and southern arrival changes and an adjustment to south-east departures.

The Brisbane Flight Path Community Alliance disputes that figure. The group argues it is based on estimated populations within modelled flight path corridors rather than measured aircraft noise, flight frequency, night-time disturbance or cumulative exposure.

It has also criticised the absence of a curfew, flight cap, guaranteed over-water operations and enforceable noise limits from Package 3.

The changes are also designed to support Independent Parallel Runway Operations, allowing aircraft to land on both Brisbane Airport runways at the same time during busy daytime periods. Regular use of that system is not expected until mid-to-late 2027.

Feedback on the Package 3 reports remains open until 23 August 2026.

Published 15-July-2026

The Belvedere Hotel Reaches 125-Year Milestone In Woody Point

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The Belvedere Hotel in Woody Point has marked 125 years since becoming a hotel in 1901, having served generations of patrons through local celebrations, meetings and community events.

Early Years At Woody Point

The property began as a boarding house during the 1890s before Thomas and Mary Snook converted it into a hotel in 1901.

It has remained on the Redcliffe Peninsula through decades of change, with its waterfront position and sunset views continuing to form part of the venue’s identity.

General manager Mitchell Paul attributed its longevity to the location, customer service and the hotel’s ability to adjust its menu and hospitality offering as customer expectations changed.

Patrons have travelled from areas between the Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast to meet friends and family at the venue. During its anniversary period, the hotel also published historical photographs showing how the property had developed and invited visitors to share their own memories.

Belvedere Hotel building at Woody Point — Photo Credit: The Belvedere/Facebook

Generations Of Community Gatherings

Across its history, the hotel has been used for family birthdays, Christmas gatherings, dinners, work lunches, staff meetings and special events.

It has also hosted trivia nights, fundraisers, service-club meetings, school reunions and business networking events, making it a regular setting for both personal occasions and organised community activities.

The venue sponsors local sporting clubs and has supported Raise it for Redcliffe Hospital since at least late 2020.

The Belvedere Hotel during the 1930s — Photo Credit: The Belvedere/Facebook

That involvement has included hosting events, matching Giving Day gifts as an Impact Partner and contributing to Christmas initiatives for children receiving hospital care.

Management has identified community, identity and staff development as priorities for the hotel’s future. The venue also has a history of promoting employees internally, allowing staff familiar with its operations to progress into leadership positions.

Woody Point hotel building in the 1950s — Photo Credit: The Belvedere/Facebook

The Belvedere Hotel Changes With The Peninsula

Lewis Land Group completed a large-scale renovation of the property in November 2023.

The facade, turret and original structure were retained, while newer sections were constructed around them. The work replaced several smaller spaces with a more open design connecting indoor and outdoor areas.

Capacity increased from about 700 patrons to 1,500 following the renovation. The expanded operation employs more than 200 staff during peak periods and prepares more than 10,000 meals each week.

The larger venue also allowed the hotel to accommodate demand that could not previously be serviced, including increased trade during occasions such as Mother’s Day.

The hotel scheduled a day-long community celebration for Saturday, 27 June as part of its 125th anniversary activities.

Plans released ahead of the event included live entertainment, family-friendly activities, giveaways, earlier menu favourites, a ceremonial birthday cake cutting and a digital photo booth at the Woody Point venue.

Published 3-July-2026

Morayfield Housing Development Moves Ahead On Oakey Flat Road

A 14-unit community housing development on Oakey Flat Road in Morayfield has moved ahead, with Murphy Builders appointed to deliver the long-term housing complex.

The project will provide a mix of one-bedroom, two-bedroom and three-bedroom units for eligible residents from the Queensland Housing Register. Future tenants may include seniors, families and people with disability.

Preliminary works are expected to begin soon, with construction expected to start later this year. The development is expected to be completed in late 2027.

Oakey Flat Road housing — *Photo Credit: Supplied*

Oakey Flat Road Site Planned Near Transport And Shops

The Morayfield complex is planned for a site close to local transport and everyday amenities, including bus stops, Morayfield train station and shops.

The location places the planned homes near services used by residents in daily life, while keeping the development within the Morayfield area. The project has been designed as long-term housing for people who need safe and stable accommodation.

Alongside the 14 units, the development will include a community room within the complex. The space is intended for tenant activities, group meetings, small events and programs delivered by local service providers.

The mix of unit sizes means the complex will be able to accommodate different household needs. The one-, two- and three-bedroom homes will be part of a managed community housing site rather than short-term accommodation.

community housing — *Photo Credit: Hollindale Mainwaring Architecture/Supplied*

Coast2Bay Housing will develop and manage the site under a low-cost lease over land made available by City of Moreton Bay. Construction funding is being provided by the Queensland Government.

Murphy Builders’ appointment marks the next stage for the Oakey Flat Road project, following earlier planning for the site. Preliminary works are expected to start before the main construction phase begins.

Caboolture-Based Team To Support Tenants

Once the Oakey Flat Road complex is complete, Coast2Bay’s Caboolture-based team is expected to support tenants at the site.

The local team will be part of the ongoing management of the Morayfield development, with Coast2Bay to oversee the complex after construction is finished.

Coast2Bay Housing — *Photo Credit: Hollindale Mainwaring Architecture/Supplied*

The project is one of several community and affordable housing developments connected to the wider Moreton Bay area. A separate low-cost lease has also been granted for community housing at Caboolture.

Social and affordable housing projects are also under construction at Deception Bay and Mango Hill, while other projects remain under assessment.

For Morayfield, the focus is now on the Oakey Flat Road site, where the appointed builder, planned unit mix and expected construction timeline have set out the next steps for the development.

Published 15-June-2026

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Morayfield and Burpengary Wetlands Win Recognition for Cleaning Stormwater

Across the City of Moreton Bay, a network of strategically positioned ponds, sediment basins, vegetated drains and native plantings is helping clean urban stormwater before it reaches local creeks and eventually Moreton Bay. These systems capture pollutants commonly found in runoff from residential and commercial areas, including sediment, nitrogen, phosphorus and other contaminants.

The region sits within the upper catchments of waterways that ultimately flow into Moreton Bay, meaning the quality of stormwater leaving suburbs such as Caboolture, Morayfield and Burpengary can have a measurable impact downstream.

Among the 90 constructed wetlands operating across the region, two projects close to home have received state-wide recognition for their innovative approach to stormwater management.

Two projects that raised the bar

At the 2025 Stormwater Queensland Awards for Excellence, two Moreton Bay constructed wetland projects took home top honours in their respective categories.

The Beech Drive Park Wetland Project in Morayfield was designed to improve water quality within the local catchment by capturing sediment and other pollutants before they enter downstream waterways. The project forms part of broader efforts to protect waterways flowing through the Caboolture region and into Moreton Bay.

Just south in Burpengary, the Crendon Street Park Naturalised Channel transformed a former concrete drain into a winding, vegetated waterway featuring sediment basins, habitat ponds and native plantings. The project now helps filter stormwater runoff while creating habitat for wildlife and enhancing a popular local park.

Both projects received honours at the 2025 Stormwater Queensland Awards for Excellence and showcase a growing shift towards nature-based infrastructure. Rather than relying solely on traditional concrete drains, these systems use wetlands, vegetation and natural water flows to improve water quality, support biodiversity and create more attractive public spaces for surrounding communities.

How constructed wetlands work

A constructed wetland is not a natural feature. It is an engineered system designed to mimic the pollutant-filtering function of natural wetlands, using sequences of ponds, sediment basins and densely planted vegetated zones to slow, settle and biologically treat stormwater as it moves through the system.

Photo Credit: City of Moreton Bay/LinkedIn

As water enters the first pond, heavy particles and sediment drop out. The water then moves slowly through vegetated zones where native aquatic plants and microbial activity in the root zone break down nutrients including nitrogen and phosphorus. By the time the water exits the system, the pollutant load has been substantially reduced before it reaches any natural waterway.

The thousands of native plants in these systems do more than treat water. They provide habitat corridors for birds, insects and small animals, reduce urban heat, and improve the amenity of the parks and reserves in which the wetlands are built.

Moreton Bay and what it’s worth protecting

Moreton Bay is a Ramsar-listed wetland of international significance, home to more than 700 species of marine life, internationally significant migratory shorebird populations, dugongs, dolphins and sea turtles. It supports both commercial and recreational fisheries and draws tourists and residents to the peninsula coastline year-round.

Urban stormwater is one of the most persistent sources of pollution entering the bay. Nutrients from household gardens, sediment from construction sites and fine particles from roads and paved surfaces all travel through stormwater drains and into creeks, which carry them to the bay.

Constructed wetlands intercept that flow at the catchment level, removing pollutants at scale before the water leaves the urban area.

For more information on Moreton Bay’s waterway programs, click here.

Published 8-June-2026

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Burpengary East’s Young Entrepreneur Turns Market Idea Into a Winning Success

A young business owner from North Harbour has earned recognition at the 2026 Redcliffe Business Awards, with Youngpreneur Markets by Chloe winning the Young Entrepreneur Award.

The award was presented during the Redcliffe Business Awards ceremony at The Komo on 28 May, where businesses from across the peninsula and surrounding communities were recognised for their achievements. Hosted by the Redcliffe Peninsula Chamber of Commerce and State Member for Redcliffe Kerri-Anne Dooley, the awards attracted 164 nominations across 10 categories.

For founder Chloe, the award highlights a business built around helping others take their first steps into entrepreneurship.

Creating a Space for Young Businesses

Youngpreneur Markets by Chloe was established to provide a platform for young entrepreneurs, small businesses and market stallholders to showcase their products and services.

The concept centres on creating accessible opportunities for people who may be starting a business for the first time, allowing them to connect with customers, gain experience and build confidence in a supportive environment.

Photo Credit: *Youngpreneur Market by Chloe/Facebook*

While many market events focus primarily on established operators, Youngpreneur Markets has developed a reputation for encouraging emerging business owners and giving them exposure to new audiences.

Its growth has helped create opportunities not only for its founder but also for the businesses that participate in the events.

Recognition Beyond Business Growth

The Young Entrepreneur Award recognises business owners aged between 12 and 25 who demonstrate initiative, innovation and leadership.

Organisers of the Redcliffe Business Awards describe the program as a celebration of the dedication, resilience and contribution of local businesses, with winners selected by an independent judging panel.

This year’s panel included Jodie Morphett from The Guides, Lawrence Gow from the Redcliffe Peninsula Chamber of Commerce and Gavin Daw from Bendigo Community Bank Margate.

Winning the category placed Youngpreneur Markets alongside businesses from a range of industries including tourism, hospitality, retail, health and community services.

Putting North Harbour on the Awards Map

Although many of this year’s winners were based on the Redcliffe Peninsula, Youngpreneur Markets by Chloe was the only award recipient from the Burpengary East and North Harbour area.

The recognition shines a light on a growing part of the Moreton Bay region that continues to attract families, new residents and small business operators.

As the region grows, initiatives that encourage entrepreneurship among younger generations are becoming increasingly important. Businesses such as Youngpreneur Markets provide practical opportunities for aspiring entrepreneurs to test ideas, develop skills and gain firsthand experience in running a business.

The award also reflects the growing role young people are playing in the local business community, demonstrating that successful enterprises can be built at any age with determination, creativity and a willingness to take initiative.

Nominations for the 2027 Redcliffe Business Awards are expected to open in March next year.

Published 5-June-2026
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Cyclone-Damaged Dohles Rocks Seawall to Be Replaced Under Major Moreton Bay Project

The Dohles Rocks Seawall, a decades-old barrier protecting the Pine River foreshore in Moreton Bay, is set to be completely rebuilt after years of deterioration and severe cyclone damage, with local residents now being asked to help decide where future access points to the waterfront should be located.

The existing seawall has protected the shoreline since the 1960s, but has steadily weakened due to age, tidal forces and coastal weather. Damage caused by Tropical Cyclone Alfred in March 2025 accelerated concerns about the structure’s condition, prompting plans for a full reconstruction project.

Community Input Sought Before Design Is Finalised

Moreton Bay Council has opened a public consultation process focused on one key question: where people should be able to access the water once the new seawall is built.

Under the proposed design, the number of access stairs and small boat launch points along the foreshore will be reduced. Council representatives are seeking feedback from residents, fishers, boaters, walkers and other regular users of the area before detailed engineering plans are completed.

Community members are being encouraged to complete an online survey and identify preferred locations for access points using an interactive map. Feedback is being accepted until 4 p.m. on 29 June 2026.

The project team is also scheduled to meet residents during community pop-up sessions near the main boat ramp on 6 June and 10 June.

New Design Aims to Strengthen Erosion Protection

The reconstruction proposal centres on a rock armour seawall, a design commonly used in coastal environments to absorb wave energy and reduce erosion.

Council documents show the new structure would stretch about 540 metres along the foreshore, extending from the existing main boat ramp to the eastern end of Dohles Rocks Road. The seawall is expected to be between six and seven metres wide and include a concrete crest wall positioned above the rock structure.

Artists impression of the reconstructed seawall
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Project planners state the design was selected following an assessment of engineering, environmental and planning considerations. The preferred option was identified as a durable long-term solution capable of managing wave action and boat wake impacts while reducing future maintenance requirements.

Protection Against Erosion, Not Flooding

The reconstruction is intended to address coastal erosion affecting the foreshore and nearby public assets.

Council has stated that the seawall is not designed to protect the area from river flooding, storm tide inundation or long-term sea level rise. Instead, the project focuses on stabilising the shoreline and maintaining the safety and usability of the waterfront precinct.

Before the full reconstruction begins, temporary stabilisation works may still be carried out in sections considered most vulnerable. The current seawall will be demolished and removed as part of the project.

Construction is currently expected to begin in mid-2027, subject to funding availability, statutory approvals, weather conditions and other project requirements.

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Published 3-June-2026