Construction of Bunbury’s new northern breakwater has reached a critical point, with full-length placement of nearly 300,000 tonnes of rock now complete at low level.
Part of the $69.2 million Stage 3, Phase 1 of the Transforming Bunbury’s Waterfront (TBW) project, the 460-metre breakwater at Casuarina Boat Harbour will form the centrepiece of a growing marine industry precinct.
Dredging was completed late last year to prepare the seabed for the build, which is already delivering improved harbour shelter ahead of winter.
An estimated 67,000 tonnes of additional rock will be needed to complete the breakwater to full height by year’s end.
The rock is being supplied from quarries across Roelands, Byford, Shenton Ridge and Jarrahdale.
Construction is also underway on land reclamation works to support future boat lifting and servicing lease areas. Once completed, the harbour will have capacity for up to 300 boat pens and a new $4 million universal access fishing platform.
“It’s an exciting time as we see this critical piece of coastal infrastructure rising out of the water, reshaping the harbour and becoming a reality,” said Transport Minister Rita Saffioti.
The TBW program aims to position Bunbury as a major marine services and tourism destination in WA’s South West.
