6. Noosa River DMP Ver0 (Combined)

     INTRODUCTION

           LOCATION
The site location for dredging/nourishment works is within the Noosa River and along the southern foreshore of
the Noosa River between Hilton Esplanade and Weyba Creek (see Figure 1).




Figure 1: Site Location


           PROJECT DETAILS
Localised erosion along the Noosa River southern foreshore is occurring due to natural coastal processes and
boat wakes. The foreshore is a high value area for public use and amenity and the ongoing erosion is threatening
vegetation, parkland and infrastructure. Current approvals exist in for parts of this foreshore (Areas 1 – 6),
however erosion hotspots are changing over time and additional areas require protection with sand re-
nourishment.
The Noosaville Dredge Management Plan 2006 has been used for dredging works to date; however, this updated
management plan specifies requirements consistent with present day sediment testing (NAGD 2009) and
environmental monitoring throughout dredging activities.


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