Rock groynes key to erosion mitigation

Two 30-metre rock groynes are proposed to be constructed at Holloways Beach as part of a campaign to address ongoing sand erosion issues along the foreshore.

Council has approved moving to the detailed design and approvals phase for the construction of two rock groynes, at the end of Oleander St and Pandanus St, which will maximise the benefits of future beach nourishment programs by reducing the amount of sand being washed away.

The groynes will not be located directly in front of residential properties minimising visual impacts.

A report to Council also noted that the existing seawall adjacent to Hibiscus Lane was in good condition and has sufficient sand covering the toe of the seawall. The sand container groyne at Oleander St needed to be replaced.

Sand erosion has been an ongoing concern at Holloways Beach, with various beach nourishment campaigns initiated over the years due to ongoing sand loss along the beach.