Townsville City Council is reevaluating options for the dredging of Nelly Bay Harbour!! “Following preliminary discussions with federal and state governments, Council is now exploring whether sea placement of the dredged material may be a feasible option” This is great news for the Magnetic Island community! Check out the Townsville City Council Website to have… Read More
Coastal areas are under pressure. Storms are getting stronger, sea levels are creeping up, and people keep building closer to the water. Shorelines need protection, but the way we usually build that protection causes problems of its own. Concrete sea walls and breakwaters do their job, yet cement production pumps out large amounts of carbon… Read More
The approval will allow the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to work around the clock at a site near Palm Beach’s North End. Key Points The Palm Beach Town Council approved a waiver for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to work outside of permitted hours. The waiver allows for 24/7 staging of equipment in… Read More
Philippines delays US$124 million infrastructure project after a maritime group raised concerns against China Harbour Engineering Company The Philippines deferred the awarding of a project that is part of a plan to build one of the world’s longest marine bridges after local opposition over the potential involvement of a Chinese company due to national security fears…. Read More
Dredging works are beginning this week at Point Richards boat ramp. Please be aware that the boat ramp may be inaccessible at times during the week. For full details, see the Notice to Mariners https://www.parks.vic.gov.au/…/11/28/05/00/no-578t–2025 These works are being funded by the Victorian Government’s 2024-25 Recreational Boating Dredging and Access Program. Thank you for your… Read More
