Seawall construction is set to start in early December 2024.

We understand that this timing may not be ideal for beach visitors, but it’s important to do this work when the weather and tides are most suitable.

Once the seawall work is complete (expected towards the middle of 2025), we’ll begin upgrading the path above the seawall as part of the Witton Bluff Base Trail project.

The seawall repairs are necessary to stop the cliffs from eroding. If the seawall isn’t properly maintained, waves could wear down the cliffs and cause serious damage.

Thanks to extra funding from the Federal and State Governments, this work will ensure the seawall stays strong for many years, meaning no further repairs will be needed in this section for a long time. Here’s what the seawall repairs will include:

• Adding large stones (up to 5 tonnes) at the base of the seawall to help hold it in place.
• Placing new, larger armour rocks on top of the seawall. These are bigger than the original rocks to better handle future impacts from climate change.
• Reshape the seawall to make it taller and add a crest at the top. This new shape will help break up waves and reduce how much water splashes over the wall.

Impacts During Construction

During construction, you can expect:

• Around 20 trucks per day delivering large amounts of rock to the site. Since the rocks are big and many are needed.
• Trucks to deliver the first load around 7-7.30am and the last load around 4.30pm daily.
• Traffic controls in place. Stop/go at times causing minor wait times while trucks are reversing.
• Noise from trucks and machinery while the work is happening.
• Adjacent car park to be utilised for trucks to safely access the site.
• A temporary site office set up nearby.
• Some areas closed off to keep the public safe.

The seawall repair is expected to be completed mid-2025.

Learn more by reading our frequently asked questions.

We'll continue to share photos and updates here as the project progresses.