This important upgrade will improve how stormwater is managed within the reserve.

The detention basin’s spillway plays a key role in regulating water levels and protecting community assets, including the Sellicks Beach Community Centre, playcentre and surrounding open space.

This project is solely focused on improving how stormwater is managed within William Eatts Reserve. It is not connected to any potential future growth or development in Sellicks Beach. The upgrade has been initiated to address current stormwater flows and improve the performance of existing infrastructure, particularly during heavy rainfall events.

What’s happening

Work is due to commence in December and will be undertaken in two stages.

Stage one will involve all civil works including the shaping of the swale and batters and stage two will involve the planting of vegetation.

Stage two will commence in Autumn, when we experience more favourable weather conditions for planting. Jute matting will be used to line the swale and batters once the civil works are complete to help suppress dust over the summer period.

Works will be undertaken between 7am-5pm Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays.

It is anticipated the construction works will take up to 3 weeks to complete, subject to weather and events outside of council control.

Please note there will be restricted access to the works area and the carpark during the construction phase, however access to Sellicks Community Centre will be available at all times.