Sunset beach, located in the City of Geraldton, has experienced recent erosion trends. The project addresses coastal erosion by increasing dune stability using brushing and direct seeding. The project also includes the construction of three 40m long low-crest Geotextile Sand Container (GSC) groynes, and the import of 7000m3 of sand for beach nourishment.
Dune replanting or construction
Rehabilitation - method: Brushing
Approach
Dune replanting or construction, Beach renourishment
Geographic context
Open coast
Organisation responsible
City of Greater Geraldton
Primary objective
Coastal protection and habitat restoration
Coastal hazard
Erosion
Asset vulnerable
Built, natural
Date of completion
Ongoing since 2023
Cost ($AUD)
$418,000
Source of project funding
Government of Western Australia, City of Greater Geraldton
Sunset Beach Coastal Adaptation Works
Stage Two Sunset Beach coastal adaptation works
Project details © 2023 City of Greater Gerldton.