Environment works on Bellarine coastline

 

The City of Greater Geelong’s Environment Department has been recognised for their conservation works along the Bellarine coast line at the Victorian Coastal Awards.

Major works carried out along the Northern Coast line of the Bellarine from Portarlington to Curlewis include sand fencing, renourishment, rock gryones, seawalls, rock revetments, rock stability buttresses and groundwater pumps.

City of Greater Geelong Councillor Lindsay Ellis portfolio holder for Coastal Communities said he was proud of the works undertaken by the Council’s Environment Department.

“The environmental works completed recently by Council have helped preserve the cultural and natural value of the beautiful coastline stretching from Portarlington to Curlewis,” said Cr Ellis.

“I attended the Victorian Coastal Awards held at the National Gallery of Victoria with members of Council’s Environment Department and it was fantastic to see them gain acknowledgement for their dedication to the project.”

Cr Ellis said Greater Geelong’s beautiful coastline will now be better protected against coastal erosion, landslides and further degradation of the foreshore areas.

“Geelong is known for its amazing beaches and these latest works will ensure our beaches remain in top shape for years to come.”

Council worked in consultation with the local community throughout the process and key user groups including; The Corangamite Catchment Management Authority, The Bellarine Catchment Network, Bellarine Land care, Drysdale Clifton Springs Community Association, Conservation Volunteers Australia and The Clifton Springs Golf Club.

City of Greater Geelong Cheetham Ward Councillor Rod Macdonald said these local community groups provided valuable input into the project.

“Council demonstrated leadership and best practice by conducting a very thorough consultation process with the community,” said Cr Macdonald.

“I’m proud of Council’s Environment Department and it’s fantastic that they were recognised at the Victorian Coastal Awards for Excellence.”

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