Dee Beach Access Stairs - North Bendalong Road

The Shoalhaven was declared a Natural Disaster Area 14 September 2022 (AGRN 1034) after severe weather and flooding events. This had a major impact on Bendalong and surrounding communities, damaging infrastructure and property. As a result of damages, Council is upgrading the pedestrian beach access path and stairs at Dee Beach on North Bendalong Road, Bendalong.

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The latest

8/10/2024 - Repair works at Dee Beach Bendalong were completed by council's contractor. Works were completed on time and have restored the functionality of the beach access staircase and improved the safety and usability of the track.

The repair works replaced damaged structural components of the bottom section of the stairs and deepened the footings to improve the stability of the staircase.

About the project

In 2022 severe weather and large waves during a natural disaster event caused significant damage to this pedestrian beach access path and stairs. The now, severely eroded bank beneath the stairs has exposed the support beams. Repair will involve the reconstruction of the staircase and the foundation elements of this structure. 

The recent approval for Commonwealth disaster recovery funding marks a key milestone in council's efforts to repair the damage and restore the best functionality to this beach access asset. Communication and progress tracking will be maintained to keep all stakeholders informed throughout the repair process. 

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Repaired beach access staircase provides safe access following damages from severe weather events

2024 Works history

23/9/2024 - Works at Dee Beach Access Stairs are the next priority on Councils' beach access disaster recovery program. Councils' contractor has advised, works are planned to start Wednesday 25 September 2024 and are expected to be completed within the next fortnight, weather permitting.

9/9/2024 - The last update is current. Updates will be provided as new information is available. 

13/8/2024 - Council has engaged with contractors on the optimal construction method to make sure repair work is carried out efficiently with minimal disruption and ensures safety. The repair method looks to address existing damages and deliver a robust beach access path for ongoing community use.

29/7/2024 - The last update is current for this project. Further updates will be posted as new information becomes available.  

21/6/2024 - The last update for this project is current. Further updates will be posted as new information becomes available.

14/5/2024 - Procurement of services for the construction of repairs is in progress.

22/4/2024 - Council has recently been in discussions with consultants regarding preferred construction methods for this asset repair.

25/3/2024 - Council recently secured funding approval to repair this beach access asset after significant damage caused by a declared natural disaster in 2022. Council is working to engage qualified contractors to carry out the necessary reconstruction and repair work.

 

   

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