Sand disposal resumes for Apollo Bay Harbour dredging off the lee wall
March 2, 2016
Sand disposal from dredging of the Apollo Bay Harbour entrance has resumed off the lee wall.
CEO Sue Wilkinson said Council was extremely pleased to have received the necessary approvals from the State Government for the sand disposal to be relocated from Mother's Beach.
"Receiving coastal consent from the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning is a positive outcome for the community and the environment.
"Disposing sand off the lee wall will allow dredging activities to increase as needed around the harbour entrance as the sand is able to disperse more quickly from the lee wall.
"It will also result in the beach being returned to its natural shape due to the sand being dispersed through the natural tidal and sand movement cycle, preventing it from gathering in one area," she said.
"The safety fencing around Mother's Beach has also now been removed, which is a positive for tourism and the local community using the picturesque beach.
"We appreciate the Apollo Bay community's patience while we went through the process of receiving the required approvals and we are delighted to be able to return this popular beach to its natural state," Ms Wilkinson said.
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