A beach exclusion zone will be put in place at Moore Park Beach as Bundaberg Regional Council prepares to demolish the old surf club.
The demolition, which includes building materials containing asbestos, will involve the movement of heavy vehicles on the foreshore area and the beach and the community is urged to steer well clear of the area.
Natural Resources and Environment portfolio spokesperson Cr Jason Bartels said Council was taking the lead on the demolition ahead of a king tide on 28 February.
“Council’s emergency response has already seen the bank reinforced through sand bagging and concreting which has limited further damage to the surf club’s foundations,” Cr Bartels said.
“This king tide poses a new threat to the building and we must prioritise public safety by safely removing the structure before any more uncontrolled damage can occur.
“Council remains committed to doing all necessary works to ensure community safety.”
Cr Bartels said the emergency works would protect the foreshore and recent investments made in the Moore Park Beach area by Council.
“Our Moore Park Beach Masterplan is already underway with the delivery of a new community hub.
“Through the masterplan works we’ve also worked alongside Surf Lifesaving Queensland to provide significant support to the development of the new Moore Park Beach Surf Lifesaving clubhouse and facilities.”
Moore Park Beach erosion
Significant erosion in a section of Moore Park Beach parkland led to Council issuing a safety alert in late January.
Caused by high tides, the erosion led to a safety issue prompting the installation of a barrier and a range of emergency actions.
