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Figure 36: Brampton Island seen in the distance from the sheltered picnic table located at the end of David Cheong Park.

Figure 37: Pavillion at Lamberts Beach Lookout.

Figure 38: Park facilities at Ram Chandra Park, Lamberts Beach.


5.3 PUBLIC ACCESS

To prevent the degradation of dune systems and for public safety, it is important for users to stay on designated access tracks. Pedestrian and vehicle traffic displaces sand, and where it continually occurs, can lead to localised erosion. Recreational activities/facilities (i.e. walking tracks, picnic facilities etc.) where possible, should only be located outside of the erosion prone area and inside the landward dunal areas (DERM 2011b).

Access to the beaches is predominantly pedestrian, via official beach access tracks or unofficial or private tracks. There are six official beach access points across the coastal unit (SLP01, SLA01, SLA02, LAM01, LAM04, NHA01) (Figure 39) and entrance stairs to the once was swim enclosure (Figure 40). Two official access points are being undermined by erosion and should be considered for upgrade (SLA01 and SLA02) (Figure 41a). Moreover beach access track LAM04 should also be considered for upgrade to mitigate irregular disturbance and reduce weed incursion (Figure 41b).

An opportunity exists to install an interpretive signed trail extending from Albatross Street Lookout to Lamberts Beach through to SPR and would provide a unique recreational destination for locals and visitors alike. Moreover the existing tracks and access points within SPR are in disrepair. In some instances sand movement has forced the fence to slump onto the beach (Figure 42 and 43). The fence and associated access points could be transformed into a scenic bushwalking trail, extending the proposed trail from Ram Chandra Park. Improved infrastructure, increased vegetation management and the installation of distance bollards or similar is recommended to discourage the creation of unofficial access tracks. This work would need to occur in partnership and with approval from NQBP and state government agencies.

Fence realignment should be considered in areas prone to erosion, such as Lamberts Beach, to allow native plant recolonisation, provide for vegetation zonation and increase the buffer zone between mixed land use. Any fence realignment should incorporate existing native mature trees and allow for existing juvenile recruits to assist vegetation regeneration.

Several unofficial pedestrian access points exist throughout the coastal unit and many are unsafe for use. Numerous unofficial access points exist along Ocean Avenue and Turners Beach, leading from homes straight onto the beach (Figure 44). Regular disturbance contributes to sand compaction and limits vegetation recruitment and should be discouraged through the installation of post and rail fencing and signage (regulatory and informative). Additional low tide beach access points should be installed along Swan Street (SLP01), in Swallow Street Park (SLP02), from Ocean Avenue (SLP03) and along Lamberts Beach (LAMO3) to allow for regular and safe pedestrian access. Well-placed official formalised tracks should be created to provide the most direct route to beaches thereby limiting the necessity for the public to create informal access points.

The post and rail fenceline along Ocean Avenue and Slade Esplanade needs to be improved to prevent green and general waste dumping.

Plans for the creation of a boat ramp at Swan Street Park remain unfunded. When funds become available, it is recommended that the boat ramp design consider appropriate recreational park embellishments such as a toilet, lighting and interpretative signage. Provision of an official boat ramp in the area will reduce the prevalence of unofficial launching areas such as the ramp at David Cheong Park (Figure 45).

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Figure 42: Fence line along scarp of North Harbour Beach (within Slade Point Reserve).

Figure 40: Entrance stairs which lead to a historical swimming enclosure which was once located on Ocean Avenue.

Figure 41b: Upgrading would prevent erosion and weed incursion.

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Figure 44: Unofficial tracks occur across Slade Point headland.

Figure 43: North Harbour Beach access points (SPR01 and SPR02 featured) require remediation.

Figure 45: Unofficial boat ramp access within David Cheong Park.

Figure 46: Signage within Slade Point Reserve requires updating.


5.4 SIGNAGE Signage provides educational and interpretive opportunities for visitors and increases the value that locals place on the natural environment. Signs can highlight areas of high value, provide information about current projects and advise of site-specific restrictions or hazards. Beach access signage is present at the landward and seaward end of each beach access track throughout the coastal unit. It is recommended that signage be regularly audited and updated where required to ensure consistency and accuracy (Figure 46).

There is scope for the installation of new signage detailing the importance of coastal vegetation in reducing erosion. This would be best situated near revegetation sites to further dissuade its removal or destruction via education and awareness raising. Additional interpretive signs could be provided to educate visitors about dune health and function, important or unique native species and communities including marine turtles, and critically endangered beach scrub. Similarly, signage reflecting the cultural history of the area could enhance visitor experience and ensure that the importance of cultural heritage is reflected and appreciated by locals and visitors.

Updating, repairing and installing new signs throughout the coastal unit, in particular, near beach access points or sheltered seating and picnic areas is recommended.

5.5 ECONOMIC VALUES Beaches are important economic assets as well as natural resources, as they provide services to people and property that have an economic value, including reduced storm damage, together with recreational and tourism opportunities (Strong 2005).

The tourism industry is important for the Australian economy, comprising approximately three per cent of gross domestic product in 2014-15 (Productivity Commission 2015).

Australia’s tourism industry is dominated by the natural environment, with national parks and protected areas forming the basis of nature-based tourism experiences (Weaver et al. 1999). Beaches are the most popular coastal attractions for visitors, providing opportunities for a range of activities including bushwalking, whale watching and fishing (Clarke and Johnston 2017).

Beach visitors generate income for the local economy through their expenditure. Spending by tourists is a component of the economic activity across a variety of sectors including accommodation, cafes and restaurants, transport and storage, retail trade, cultural and recreational services and education (Pambudi et al. 2009). Income generated by the coastal tourism sector is highly dependent on the quality and extent of beach systems (Jones and Phillips 2007).

Ecotourism is a significant and growing sector of the tourism industry, and provides a way to reconcile tourism and conservation (Weaver 2001). By marketing natural values, ecotourism can maintain the aesthetic appeal of coastal tourist areas while deriving economic value, and simultaneously produce environmental benefits (Clarke and Johnson 2017).

Beach and dune environments are among the most valuable natural habitats on the coast, providing environmental services, landscape values and habitat for marine and terrestrial plants and animals which can serve to attract tourists as well as provide amenity for local residents (James 2000). The costs associated with recreational and tourist usage of beaches includes the cost of infrastructure provision and maintenance.

Beaches provide goods and services to many stakeholders, with a range of market and non-market values which can be worth millions of dollars per year. The way people value the natural environment however can vary. Value can be associated with direct uses, such as fisheries or tourism, as well as indirect uses, such as mangroves providing nursery habitat for juvenile fish species. Indirect uses are usually found outside the market place and are effectively unpriced. Determining the full value of a natural asset is challenging and often overlooked, however if no monetary value is placed on environmental goods and services there is a risk that they will be perceived as having no value (zero worth) and may be vulnerable to exploitation (Kirkpatrick 2011).

Coastal resources in the Mackay region are highly sought after for competing uses including residential, commercial, tourism and recreation. Effective management is required to ensure that the natural values and attributes of the coast are preserved while economic development and population growth are accommodated (EPA 2004).

Climate change is likely to have a range of direct and indirect economic impacts on recreation and tourism in coastal areas. Local and state governments will need to invest in natural assets to ensure the continuation of a strong tourism culture and investigate opportunities to diversify the tourism image for beach-focused destinations while balancing the value of natural coastal assets against trade-offs for other uses such as industry and development (Kirkpatrick 2011).

5.6 WASTE DUMPING AND LITTER Green and general waste has aesthetic, social and conservation repercussions. Litter and green waste reduce the visual appeal of beaches, present health threats to visitors (e.g. toxic waste, glass and sharps etc.) and compromise vegetation condition. Green waste, such as palm fronds and lawn cuttings smother large sections of ground cover vegetation throughout the coastal unit. Plastics and other general waste often wash out to sea, presenting dangers for marine wildlife including birds, fish, sharks, turtles and marine mammals. Marine debris may lead to drowning, or cause injury or death through entanglement and internal injuries, or from starvation following ingestion.

Green waste, general waste and marine debris were found throughout the coastal unit with particular hot spots located along Ocean Avenue and Gannet Street walkway (SLA01) (Figure 47). Additional bins, community education and regular clean ups would reduce waste dumping in these areas. In particular, future occurrences of illegal waste disposal adjacent to Blackwood Street could be managed through improved post and rail fencing (Figure 48 and 49).

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Introduction of Gross Pollutant Traps (GPTs) in key locations within the coastal unit, closer to the source of the contaminant, would reduce deposition of litter derived from stormwater drains into waterways and the marine environment (Figure 50a and 50b).

Appropriate regulatory signage and a public education and awareness program on the values of coastal unit and impacts of waste dumping should complement other management actions.

Figure 47: Green waste adjacent to residences along Gannet Street walkway (SLA01).

Figure 48: Green waste dumped adjacent to Blackwood Street.

Figure 49: Loose configuration of post and rail fencing fails to inhibit green waste dumping.

Figure 50a and 50b: Stormwater drain on the southern end of Lamberts Beach could be fitted with a gross pollutant trap to reduce pollutants entering the local marine environment.


Climate change is the term used to describe long-term changes in global weather patterns, and the gradual increase in mean global temperature. There is strong evidence that suggests that the gradual warming trend over the last fifty years has been driven largely by human activity, for example, the burning of fossil fuels, deforestation and intensification of agriculture (The Royal Society 2010). Climate change is having, and will continue to have, significant impacts on lives and ecosystems on which we depend.

Coastal areas are highly exposed to climate change with sea level rise being one of the greatest threats. The best known model relating shoreline retreat due to an increase in local sea level is that proposed by Per Bruun (1962) (Figure 51).

Projected sea level rise (0.8m by 2100) is expected to increase erosion and damage property and infrastructure (DERM 2011b). The response of Australian coastal ecosystems and landforms to climate change will vary, but most are expected to involve shoreline recession, vertical accretion of sand, increased saline inundation of wetlands, and the modification and southward shift of habitat (Australian Government 2013). Additionally, many intertidal ecosystems such as mangroves, seagrass and tidal flat communities will decline.

Key climate change messages for the wet tropics Natural Resource Management cluster, that encompasses the Mackay region, are displayed in Figure 52 (Abbs, D. et al. 2015). Current predictions suggest that much of the dune system will be inundated by 2100 (Queensland Government 2011). Maintaining and improving the condition of a buffer area of coastal vegetation, where possible, will provide the best opportunity to build resilience into these ecosystems to cope with changes into the future. Mackay, Whitsunday and Isaac Climate Sustainability Plan 2016-2020 contains forecasts local to the Mackay region.

Figure 52 also highlights other key changes associated with climate change, such as increased temperatures and more severe tropical storms.

Beaches in the Slade Point coastal unit are vulnerable to erosion from storm tide inundation and permanent inundation as a result of expected sea level rise. Figure 20 uses the prescribed estimation (0.8 m by 2100) to model what the coastline will look like, and currently predicts that much of the dune system will be inundated by this time (DERM 2011b). Current king tides reach the base of the rock walls facing Slade Bay. Maintaining and improving the condition of a buffer zone of coastal vegetation, where possible, will provide the best opportunity to build resilience into these ecosystems to cope with changes into the future. Revegetation of the Slade Point coastal strip will also enhance the ability of flora and fauna to migrate southward by creating a habitat corridor, which facilitates the movement of species much more effectively in response to climate change.

Increased storm intensity predicted with climate change makes stabilising coastal strips in front of infrastructure important for risk mitigation. The use of vegetation is important to bind sediments together and reduce sediment loss. The degraded dune system along Lamberts Beach currently has little capacity to be resilient to storm events and therefore requires revegetation and improved access points to keep pedestrians off fragile dune areas.

In order to protect the tidal flat communities that extend west of the coastal unit (Figure 53), adjacent land should remain free of development and infrastructure to allow for migration of these communities as sea level changes occur. These are highly sensitive areas that should be fenced to restrict vehicle and pedestrian access. Sea level rise will also likely cause the spread of McCreadys Creek into low lying coastal residential areas surrounding Swan Street and Swallow Street Parks as well as bisect Slade Point in a north

south direction along the stormwater channels that exists to the east of Cathy Freeman Athletic Park and Wren Street Park. The influx of water from the creeks and stormwater channels adds an additional consideration to the rising sea levels when determining options for protecting or retreating from rising waters.

Retreat is likely to be required in the longer term in some places. Rising sea levels will also see the loss of habitats such as mangroves that are not provided space to retreat landward. This will be the case for most of the mangroves around Slade Point facing into Slade Bay. Due to their position (in most cases in front of rock walls or other infrastructure) their retreat is unlikely to be provisioned for. The loss of this important habitat and fish nursery ground may

6 Climate Change and Management Issues

Figure 51: The Bruun Rule showing erosion of the upper beach and offshore deposition under sea level rise (SLR) sea level rise. Source; DERM.

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KEY MESSAGES FOR THE WET TROPICS

Average temperature will continue to increase in all seasons.

More hot days and warm spells.

Changes to rainfall possible but unclear.

Increased intensity of extreme daily rainfall events.

Mean sea level will continue to rise. Height of extreme sea-level events will also increase.

Fewer but more intense tropical cyclones.

On annual and decadal basis, natural variability in the climate system can act to either mask or enhance any long-term human induced trend, particularly in the next 20 years and for rainfall.

Figure 52: Key climate change messages for the wet tropics Natural Resource Management (NRM) cluster (Source: Abbs, D. et al., 2015).

have impacts on local fisheries and the populations of reef fish utilising the mangroves.

The challenge for future planning will be to identify suitable ecological retreat zones for developed sections of coastlines to accommodate climate change processes and preserve unique habitat in specific geographic regions. For example, it may be important to limit development around estuary areas and coastal wetlands and waterways, in order to preserve a zone to accommodate ecological retreat. Adaptation planning is recommended to ensure that this is comprehensively considered to mitigate risk to social and environmental values in the area.

Residents of the coast are already familiar with the risks of living close to the ocean, such as storm surges, cyclones and erosion. However, the intensity of these threats is expected to increase with a warming global climate, so it is important to understand and prepare for this. Reducing environmental pressures will increase the resilience of coastal ecosystems, thereby increasing the likelihood of their persistence into the future.


Figure 53: Tidal flats located within McCreadys Creek.

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7 Recommended Activities

RECOMMENDED ACTIVITIES

Zone A | Swan St Park (1ha)

1 Vegetation management

1.1 Control major target weed species including Guinea grass.

1.2 Supplement removed weed species with native vegetation, particularly along the frontal dune.

1.3 Rehabilitate cleared areas and bare patches such as mown areas. Revegetate areas surrounding the existing car park to enhance the estuarine environment and enhance shade, shelter and habitat for native animals along the coastal corridor.

1.4 Monitor and manage other problematic weed species including residential garden escapees.

2 Recreational opportunities

2.1 Work with partners to install a boat ramp and create formalised designated parking spots to alleviate congestion in busy times.

2.2 Install interpretive signage where appropriate to highlight biodiversity values.

3 Access management

3.1 Install a beach access point along Swan Street (SLP01).

3.2 Install distance/direction markers where required to facilitate pedestrian travel between local parks.

4 Waste management

4.1 Remove waste and regulate hot spot locations with signage.

Zone B | Swallow St Park (1.5ha)




5.3 Undertake revegetation throughout the zone (foreshore and roadsides) to increase connectivity and habitat for native animals along the coastal corridor and provide shade for recreation.

5.4 Monitor and manage other problematic weed species including, but not limited to residential garden escapees.

6 Access management

6.1 Install a beach access point at the end of this pathway within Swallow Street Park (SLP02) and create pathway links to connect the access point to frequently used entrances.


7 Waste management


Zone C | Slade Esplanade and Ocean Avenue (3.5ha)



8.2 Monitor and where suitable, manage other problematic weed species including, but not limited to residential garden escapees.

Table 2: Recommended activities for the Slade Point Local Coastal Plan


9 Access management

9.1 Undertake fence improvements along Slade Esplanade and Ocean Avenue to reduce green waste dumping and inappropriate parking.

9.2 Install a beach access point (SLP03) along Ocean Avenue from the easement located south west of Melaleuca Street.


10 Waste management


Zone D | Slade Point headland (6ha)


11.1 Control major target weed species including Guinea grass, leucaena, painted spurge, prickly pear, century plant and mother-in-law’s tongue.

11.2 Undertake revegetation with native plants across David Cheong Park.

11.3 Facilitate native vegetation regeneration throughout the reserve through strategic weed management.

11.4 Control weeds on and around well used areas such as informal access tracks until such time that their use (closure or formalisation) is determined.


11.6 Maintain a firebreak between Albatross Street Lookout and Turners Beach.


12.1 Install an electric barbeque at David Cheong Park.

13 Access management

13.1 Consider formalising the informal walkway leading from David Cheong Park to Albatross Street Lookout. Develop a concept plan with cost estimates for a headland walking track.

13.2 Delineate the Asset Protection Zone (APZ) and conservation area through the installation of post and rail fencelines.


13.4 Install a fenceline along the road frontage of Albatross Street Park.

13.5 Undertake fence improvements along Ocean Avenue at David Cheong Park.

13.6 Once boat ramp facilities are completed at Swan Street Park, close the unofficial boat launching point at David Cheong Park.

Zone E | The Bays (Turners Bay and Slade Point Beach) (5ha)

14 Vegetation management 14.1 Control major target weed species including mother of millions, prickly pear, century plant, painted spurge and pink periwinkle.

14.2 Supplement removed weed species with native vegetation, particular along Gannet Street Walkway (SLA01).

14.3 Facilitate native vegetation regeneration throughout the zone through strategic weed management.

14.4 Control weeds on and around well used areas such as informal access tracks. Closure or formalisation of these tracks will minimise weed control efforts. Revegetation may be required to infill gaps if natural regeneration is not sufficient.

14.5 Monitor and where suitable, manage other problematic weed species including, but not limited to residential garden escapees


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15 Recreational opportunities 15.1 Install educational signage to advertise the unique geological features of the area, include the gravel and cobble beaches and adjacent parabolic dunes.


16.1 Repair the Gannet Street Walkway and beach access point (SLA01) and install appropriate drainage to mitigate erosion.

16.2 Repair beach access point (SLA02).

16.3 Delineate Reserve and Freehold tenure though the installation of post and rail fencelines.


Zone F | Lamberts Beach (Ram Chandra Park) (6.5ha)


17.1 Control major target weed species including Guinea grass and prickly pear.

17.2 Undertake revegetation throughout the zone (foreshore and roadsides) to increase connectivity and habitat for native animals along the coastal corridor and provide shade


18.1 Consider the establishment of a multi-use path within Ram Chandra Park to link park facilities to beach access points. Accompany the installation of access points with revegetation.

18.2 Install a beach access point (LAM03) near the lifeguard tower and consider whether additional access points are required.

18.3 Formalise the beach access track at the southern end of Lamberts Beach (LAM04). Investigate opportunities to make LAM04 an all abilities beach access point.


19 Erosion management

19.1 Implement recommendations as described in Lamberts Beach: recovery and erosion management (Alluvium 2017).

Zone G | North Harbour Beach (19ha)


20.1 Control major target weed species including: lantana, Guinea grass, pink periwinkle, prickly pear, Singapore daisy and beach evening primrose through cross tenure collaboration between SPR trustees and NQBP. A key focus area for weed control is the dune system along North Harbour Beach.



20.4 Control weeds on and around well used areas including highly dispersive weeds such as cobbler’s peg and Seaforth burr.

20.5 Monitor and manage other problematic weed species including, but not limited to red natal grass, tridax daisy, prickly starwort, common guava, Chinese burr, blue couch, stylo, molasses grass, corky passion vine, passionflower, thatch grass, snake weed, couch grass, siratro, painted spurge, sensitive weed and Solanum sp.


21.1 Reinstate walking trail infrastructure within SPR and onto North Harbour Beach.

21.1 Repair and formalise beach access points SPR01 and SPR02.

21.2 Consider extending the path to beach access point NHA01.



22 Conservation management

22.1 Review the Draft Slade Point Reserve Management Plan (2008-2018).

22.2 Undertake detailed monitoring of the unique parabolic dune system along North Harbour Beach and in agreement with NQBP, develop an application to the Department of Environment Heritage Protection (DEHPa) to list the parabolic dunes unique to the Slade Point region as a site of geological/geomorphological significance.

22.3 Revisit the Land Use Plan - Port of Mackay (2009) and reconfigure access (both public beach access and road access) to protect features of National Heritage Value (i.e. vegetation communities and its associated geological values within the Mackay Port Authority Conservation Reserve). Renegotiate Slade Point Planning Scheme Zonation (2013) to include appropriate measures to protect land use of the Special Activities (Port).

Other activities across multiple zones

23 Cultural heritage

23.1 Engage Traditional Owners to undertake cultural heritage surveys of the area to outline clear management objectives for the preservation of cultural heritage within the coastal unit.

24 Signage

24.1 Audit all beach access signs across the coastal unit and update or install:

� Signage at the landward end of each beach access point that clearly identifies the beach access number, restricted activities, hazards present and provides information on the appropriate first aid treatment for marine stingers.

� Beach access numbering signage at the seaward end of each beach access point.

24.2 Install pathway linkage signage that describes pathway routes and beach access tracks and include measured walking distances where appropriate.

24.3 Accompany rehabilitation areas with signage (both regulatory and informative).

25 Waste management

25.1 Inform residents of appropriate waste disposal methods. Follow up with education, regulation and enforcement activities.

25.2 Educate the community on the impacts of waste on native vegetation, dune health, and wildlife.

25.3 Assess stormwater outlets and consider installation of Gross Pollutant Traps on stormwater drains close to the source of contaminants.

26 Tourism

26.1 Investigate opportunities for increased tourism visitation to the area.

27 Education

27.1 Partner with Coastcare and others to deliver education programs about:

� Local weed species and the use of local native species in residential gardens.

� Garden waste and general waste disposal.

� Responsible pet ownership and how to protect native wildlife.

28 Monitoring

28.1 Undertake beach profile monitoring and monitor sea level rise to guide future coastal planning and works.

28.2 Consider a regional study on the long-term sediment (sand) supply for the Mackay coastline.

28.3 Monitor, or in partnership with others, facilitate the monitoring of shorebirds and turtles.

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29 Climate change

29.1 Consider how to manage future predicted reduction in coastal land to retain buffer above the high tide mark (e.g. rolling boundaries).

29.2 Plan for retreat as required.

29.3 Review existing revegetation list to ensure that species reflect diversity of all Regional Ecosystems present in coastal unit and in preparation for future predicted climates.

30 Legislation and local laws

30.1 Use available legislation to protect existing native vegetation on Esplanade and Reserve tenure as required.

30.2 Using existing laws, undertake enforcements and compliance activities across the area, particularly relating to unrestrained dogs and motor vehicles in park and beach areas.

30.3 Review and update this document in line with changing legislation.

31 Community involvement

31.1 Provide opportunities for community members to be involved in coastal management activities at formal Coastcare events.

32 Enhancement of surrounding areas

32.1 Implement a tree succession plan across the length of the coastal unit.

32.2 Implement a roadside vegetation program to increase the amount of street trees along roads.

32.3 Vegetation screening of sewage and other utility substations will enhance the intrinsic beauty and subsequent value of the area.


33.1 Install regulatory signage to protect shorebird and potential marine turtle populations.

33.2 Consider pathway linkages and/or distance/direction markers to improve connectivity between parks.

34 Vegetation maintenance

34.1 Continue to protect and enhance vegetated dune systems.

34.2 Work with freehold property owners to facilitate protection and appropriate management of significant native vegetation on private land.



8 Implementation and review The implementation of the Slade Point Local Coastal Plan will occur on a prioritised basis as resources become available. In addition to council’s Natural Environmental staff and Natural Environment Levy funding, multiple external opportunities for funding and resources to assist in the implementation of the Local Coast Plan exist. These include:

�� Federal Government grant opportunities.

�� State Government grant opportunities.

�� Corporate grant opportunities.

�� Regional Natural Resource Management (NRM) group (Reef Catchments Mackay Whitsunday Isaac) partnerships.

�� Specialist organisations (such as the Mackay and District Turtle Watch Association, Birdlife Mackay, and Queensland Wader Study Group).

�� Local community groups.

�� Local community volunteers as part of the Coastcare program.

A formal review of the Slade Point Local Coastal Plan should take place every five years as feasible. However, Council may seek to update the Plan at any stage based on the results of monitoring programs, and in line with further protecting the natural environment values of the area.


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APPENDIX 1: Clarke Connors Range Fire Management Guidelines

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APPENDIX 2: Regional Ecosystem (RE) descriptions as found on Council managed land within the coastal unit

RE 8.1.1 describes the mangrove community that is establishing northwest of Swallow Street Park and dominates the McCreadys Creek estuarine environment. This ecosystem is clearly distinguished by its dominance of mangrove tree and shrub species (EPA 2004), which thrive in the in muddy, saline, intertidal areas, common to the estuary and can form different compositional communities depending on their position in relation to tidal channels and frequency and abundance of freshwater flushes. This mangrove vegetation is exposed to marine debris, disturbance due to alterationof adjacent ecosystems (e.g. rock wall) and stormwater runoff. Recreation activities such as fishing/crabbing also influence the health of this ecosystem. While offshore vegetation is not within council land tenure, it is important to consider the influence of onshore activities. Appropriate management of recreational access and improved stormwater management practices will assist in protecting these offshore ecosystems. Interpretive signage would assist in the prevention of illegal waste dumping experienced in adjacent vegetation. Generally, this ecosystem is resilient to weed invasion due to its saline growing conditions however lantana (Lantana camara) occasionally encroaches in less saline areas. Depending on their position in relation to tidal channels and the amount of freshwater received; the mangroves can form a variety of different compositional communities. At the seaward edge RE 8.1.1 Rhizophora species dominate, whereas white mangrove (Avicennia marina), blind-your-eye mangrove (Excoecaria agallocha), puzzle nut mangrove (Xylocarpus moluccensis), black mangrove (Lumnitzera racemosa), yellow mangrove (Ceriops species), myrtle mangrove (Osbornia octodonta) and other predominant species (Bruguiera and Rhizophora species) are more likely to occur on the landward side. Mangrove communities are vital breeding grounds for a diverse range of species including invertebrates, crocodiles and reef fish species and are therefore both culturally and biotically significant ecosystems. Mangroves are highly fire sensitive and therefore can be put at risk when flammable vegetation such as grassy weed infestations are present in adjacent areas. Fire Management Guidelines for Regional Ecosystems within the Slade Point coastal unit area can be found within the Clarke Connors Ranges Fire Management Guidelines (Reef Catchments 2009).

RE 8.2.1 describes Casuarina equisetifolia woodland and/or sparse herbland to open scrub on foredunes and beaches and is easily recognisable along the foredune of North Harbour Beach. It can be distinguished from all other regional ecosystems as itis predominantly distributed along the foredunes and typically comprised of species such as coastal she-oak (Casuarina equisetifolia) and ground cover species suchas beach spinifex (Spinifex sericeus), beach bean (Canavalia rosea), goats foot (Ipomoea pes-caprae) and birds beak grass (Thuarea involuta). Common species in the canopy or lower tree and shrub layers include: tulip tree (Thespesia populnea), silver bean (Sophora tomentosa), beach pandan (Pandanus tectorius), beach hibiscus (Hibiscus sp.), soapy ash (Alphitonia excelsa), flintwood (Geijera salicifolia) and gray nicker nut (Caesalpinia bonduc). Shrub layers often include: coastal vitex (Vitex trifolia), coastal lollybush (Clerodendron inerme), tuckeroo (Cupaniopsis anacardioides), forest indigo

(Indigofera pratensis), beach berry bush (Colubrina asiatica), and octopus bush (Argusia argentea). Vegetation within this community is usually zoned according to tidal inundation/exposure with the herbaceous communities closest to thesea and the open forest to woodland communities furthest landward. Disturbance can result in erosion and weed invasion, where problematic weeds include: Mossman River grass (Cenchrus echinatus), red natal grass (Melinis repens), lantana (Lantana camara), tridax daisy

(Tridax procumbens), prickly starwort (Salsola australis), Guinea grass (Megathyrsus maximus), pink periwinkle (Catharanthus roseus) and prickly pear (Opuntia stricta). Species within this RE are fire sensitive and the removal of ground layer vegetation often results in infestation of pest species such as Guinea grass (Megathyrsus maximus), red natal grass (Melinis repens) and other weed species, which intensify fire risk.

RE 8.2.2 describes a semi-evergreen microphyll vine thicket to vine forest on coastal dunes. This vegetation community is known to stabilise sand dunes and can protect coastal communities and inland vegetation from storm surges. Up to 1 ha of this critical endangered beach scrub exists within the coastal unit within SPR and is fragmented from surrounding beach scrub occurrences (i.e. small lots along Gannet Street). It is threatened by encroachment (i.e. mowing) and weed infestations. Reserve tenure supports the protection of this ecosystem from threats associated with coastal development and recreational use. The height of the canopy varies between 1-25 m and is dependent onthe level of exposure to external factors such as salt laden winds. RE 8.2.2 canopy consists primarily of rainforest species on coastal dunes with trees such as red condoo (Mimusops elengi), tuckeroo (Cupaniopsis anacardioides), and in some places, brown tulip oak (Argyrodendron polyandrum), scaly ebony (Diospyros geminata), yellow tulipwood (Drypetes deplanchei), droopy leaf (Aglaia elaeagnoidea), canary beech (Polyalthia nitidissima), scaly ash (Ganophyllum falcatum), yellow boxwood (Planchonella pohlmaniana), mongo (Sersalisia sericea) and peanut tree (Sterculia quadrifida). A low tree or shrub layer and the ground layer is present but sparse. Vines such as burney vine (Trophis scandens), native jasmine (Jasminum didymium) and smooth water vine (Cissus oblonga) are common and epiphytes such as the golden orchid (Dendrobium discolour) are also found within the tree branches. Many plants found within this ecosystem will return after fire (i.e. rainforest pioneers), however the ecosystem is highly fire sensitive and should not be burned. Weeds alter the structure of the ecosystem and add to the fuel load, which translates to a greater risk of additional fire and high intensity fire. Disturbance by fire promotes weed infestation including by Guinea grass (Megathyrsus maximus). Reconsideration of tenures of freehold land that includes this critically endangered ecosystem to ensure adequate protection is recommended. Problem weeds include: include: lantana (Lantana camara), pink periwinkle (Catharanthus roseus), Seaforth burr (Cenchrus echinatus), corky passionflower (Passiflora suberosa), tridax daisy (tridax procumbens) and common guava (Psidium guajava).


APPENDIX 2: Regional Ecosystem (RE) descriptions as found on Council managed land within the coastal unit

RE 8.2.9 describes Tussock grassland on coastal dunes and is the only grassland regional ecosystem on sand dunes in the Central Queensland Coast bioregion. The largest representation of this regional ecosystem occurs within Slade Point. This grassland community is very sensitive to erosion and threats include weed invasion, urban development and uncontrolled pedestrian traffic. The community is dominated by giant spear grass (Heteropogon triticeus) and/or blady grass (Imperata cylindrica) and/or kangaroo grass (Themeda triandra) open tussock grassland to closed tussock grassland. Common subdominant grasses may include coastal love grass (Eragrostis interrupta), black spear grass (Heteropogon contortus), wanderrie grass (Eriachne triodioides), tall kerosene grass (Aristida holathera var. holathera), barbed wire grass (Cymbopogon refractus) and black-seed grass (Alloteropsis semialata). Several herbs and sedges many be associated with this community and can include woolly glycine (Glycine tomentella), love vine (Cassytha filiformis), two joint desmodium (Aphyllodium biarticulatum), tarvine (Boerhavia spp), scurvy weed (Commelina ensifolia), old man’s cap (Polycarpaea corymbosa), slender dwarf morning glory (Evolvulus alsinoides), arrow leaf morning glory (Xenostegia tridentate) and common everlasting (Chrysocephalum apiculatum). Other common species include Java sedge (Cyperus javanicus), Schizachyrium spp., lemon scented grass (Elionurus citreus), hairy trefoil (Desmodium rhytidophyllum), beach star (Cyperus pedunculatus), fuzzy rattlepod (Crotalaria montana), Bulbostylis barbata, Mnesithea rottboellioides, cornet grass (Perotis rara), Zornia dyctiocarpa var. filifolia, sand rattlepod (Crotalaria mitchellii), smooth flax lily (Dianella longifolia), firegrass (Schizachyrium fragile), spade flower (Hybanthus enneaspermus), flatsedge (Cyperus scaber) and stiff leaved spermacoce (Spermacoce brachystema). The most serious weed is blue couch (Digitaria didactyla), which was possibly sown as a pasture species in the Slade Point area. Other common weeds include red natal grass (Melinis repens), snake weed (Stachytarpheta jamaicensis), Seaforth burr (Cenchrus echinatus), tridax daisy (Tridax procumbens), couch grass (Cynodon dactylon), hairy pigweed (Portulaca pilosa), Mexican clover (Richardia brasiliensis), crowsfoot grass (Dactyloctenium aegyptium), siratro (Macroptilium atropurpureum) and Guinea grass (Megathyrsus maximus). Unlike surrounding vegetation communities, RE 8.2.9 requires fire to maintain diverse structure and composition every 4-6 years. Burns should only be planned and conducted when rapid regeneration of the grassy layer is expected (DEHP 2018). A fire management strategy has been prepared by QPWS in 2004 to provide guidance on appropriate fire management strategies for the reserve (MRC 2008).

8.2.14 describes Banksia integrifolia subsp. compar and/or Corymbia tessellaris and/or Acacia disparrima subsp. disparrima shrubland to open forest. Within Slade Point Reserve, RE 8.2.14 includes a small area of rainforest that contains a patched mosaic of coastal banksia (Banksia integrifolia), coastal she-oak (Casuarina equisetifolia) and bare sand. Species associated with this RE include weeping cabbage palm (Livistona decora), Jasminum sp. tuckeroo

(Cupaniopsis anacardioides), tea tree (Leptospermum sp.), wattle (Acacia sp.) and foam bark (Jagera pseudorhus var. pseudorhus). The sparse ground layer includes blady grass (Imperata cylindrica), giant spear grass (Heteropogon triticeus), coastal love grass (Eragrostis interrupta) and blue flax lily (Dianella caerulea). Processes such as clearing for coastal development and disturbance by recreational users have reduced the quality of this ecosystem. The fire management strategy discourages deliberate burning of this RE, instead encourages adjacent burns to fire adapted ecosystems under optimal conditions to avoid fire penetration Infestations of exotic grass such as Guinea grass (Megathyrsus maximus) will reduce weed competition and reduce and fuel loads in the area.

RE 8.12.27b occurs together with 8.2.6a in the northern section of Zone G and describes Corymbia tessellaris and/or Eucalyptus tereticornis open forest commonly associated with codominant canopy species including pink bloodwood (C. intermedia) and Clarkson’s bloodwood (C. clarksoniana). A mid dense to very sparse shrub layer of Livistona decora persists with associated species sometimes including swamp mahogany (Lophostemon suaveolens), albizia (Albizia procera), Tim Tim (Timonius timon var. timon), wattle (Acacia spirorbis subsp. solandri), prickly pine (Bursaria incana), cocky apple (Planchonia careya), broad leaf tea tree (Melaleuca viridiflora var. viridiflora) and various pioneering rainforest species. A minimal shrub layer consisting of isolated plants may be present and the ground layer is usually sparse to mid-dense. In the past this community was extensively found between Sarina and Hay Point, however fragmentation has resulted in a scant community scattered south of Eimeo to the eastern side of Connors Range 10km west of Carmila. This community is further threatened by fragmentation and weed incursion however some remnants have successfully regrown from very old clearing. Problem weeds include lantana (Lantana camara), red natal grass (Melinis repens), molasses grass (Melinis minutiflora), Guinea grass (Megathyrsus maximus), billy goat weed (Ageratum conyzoides subsp. conyzoides), corky passion vine (Passiflora suberosa), passionflower (P. pallida), thatch grass (Hyparrhenia rufa) and tridax daisy (Tridax procumbens).

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Appendix2:CoastalrevegetationprinciplesEncouragingthenaturalregenerationofnativespeciesisthebestmethodforrestorationofanarea.Forthistooccuraviableseedbankmustbepresent,andre-growthmustincludeallnativeplantspeciesfromeachstratumlevel.Inareaswherenaturalregenerationistooccur,theareashouldbeclearlymarkedtoexcludepublicaccess.Intheseareas,ongoingmaintenanceisrequiredtominimisere-growthofweedspecies.However,theplantingoflocalnativevegetation(revegetation)issometimesrequiredduetoinsufficientcoverorre-growthofnativespecies.RevegetationtechniquesRevegetationinnaturalareasaimstoreinstateRegionalEcosystemscommunitiesasdescribedbyQueenslandHerbarium(RegionalEcosystemDescriptionDatabase).Indisturbedareas,pre-clearingmappingisavailabletoinformwhatRegionalEcosystemswerepresentpriortovegetationclearing.SuggestedtechniquesforcoastalrevegetationintheMackayRegionalCouncilareainclude:

• LocalnativespeciesforplantingshouldbesourcedfromwithintheSarinaProserpinelowlandsSubregionoftheCentralQueenslandCoastBioregion.

• Sitepreparation,suchasweedcontrol,shouldbecarriedoutpriortoplanting.• Dependingonthesite-specificcircumstancescoastalplantingsmaybenefitfromthe

useofmulch,weedmats,stakes,and/ortreeguards.• Tubestockplantedinsandysoilswillbenefitfromtheadditionofawettingagent

andfertiliseratthetimeofplanting(eg.Terracottem).• Ongoingmaintenanceofthesiteisrequired.

Figure1:Coastalduneplantingguide

Encouraging the natural regeneration of native species is the best method for restoration of an area. For this to occur a viable seed bank must be present, and re-growth must include all native plant species from each stratum level. In areas where natural regeneration is to occur, the area should be clearly marked to exclude public access. In these areas, ongoing maintenance is required to minimise re-growth of weed species. However, the planting of local native vegetation (revegetation) is sometimes required due to insufficient cover or re-growth of native species.

Revegetation techniques

Revegetation in natural areas aims to reinstate Regional Ecosystems communities as described by Queensland Herbarium (Regional Ecosystem Description Database). In disturbed areas, pre-clearing mapping is available to inform what Regional Ecosystems were present prior to vegetation clearing.

Suggested techniques for coastal revegetation in the Mackay Regional Council area include:

� Local native species for planting should be sourced from within the Sarina Proserpine lowlands Subregion of the Central Queensland Coast Bioregion.

� Site preparation, such as weed control, should be carried out prior to planting.

� Depending on the site-specific circumstances coastal plantings may benefit from the use of mulch, weed mats, stakes, and/or tree guards.

� Tubestock planted in sandy soils will benefit from the addition of a wetting agent and fertiliser at the time of planting (eg. Terracottem).

� Ongoing maintenance of the site is required.

Consideration of fire risk

State Planning Policy 1/03 under the Sustainable Planning Act 2009 deals with the mitigation of adverse impacts of bushfire, and includes a natural hazard assessment for bushfires and the subsequent provision of safety buffers. According to this policy, a low hazard score and no prescribed safety buffer width is allocated to “narrow strips of coastal vegetation with a linear shape, less than 50 hectares in area and more than one kilometre from the nearest extensive vegetation, on 0-5% slope, with an eastern aspect” (Queensland Government, 2003).

All revegetation activities undertaken as part of coastal projects will be done so with consideration of this State Planning Policy. Designated space for fire breaks and emergency vehicle access will be provided between freehold properties and natural environment areas being revegetated, as per Mackay Regional Council Coastal Management Guidelines (2012).

Selecting plants for revegetation

The table below provides a generic list of recommended species for dune revegetation in the Mackay region, compiled from characteristic species of relevant Regional Ecosystems (8.1.1 8.1.2, 8.2.1, 8.2.2, 8.2.6a and 8.2.9a), various coastal species lists from Subregion 2, revegetation recommendations, and field observations.

The species selected for revegetation at any particular location will ultimately depend on current and preclearing Regional Ecosystem mapping, and site-specific conditions (such as aspect, topography, existing vegetation, soil condition, availability of appropriate plants, etc).

Figure 1: Coastal dune planting guide

APPENDIX 3: Coastal revegetation principles


APPENDIX 4*: Generic list of recommended species for coastal revegetation in the Mackay Region

* Local experts will be consulted for specific advice regarding unique vegetation communities, where appropriate.

Species name Common name Habit Regional Ecosystem

Acacia leptocarpa north coast wattle, slender fruited wattle

Tree 8.2.6

Acacia oraria coast wattle Tree 8.2.2; 8.2.6

Acronychia laevis hard aspen, glossy acronychia, yellow wood

Tree 8.2.2

Alphitonia excelsa red ash, soapy ash Tree 8.2.1; 8.2.6

Argusia argentea octopus bush Tree 8.2.1

Banksia integrifolia subsp. compar coastal banksia Tree 8.2.6

Calophyllum inophyllum beauty leaf, beach calophyllum, ball nut

Tree 8.2.1

Canavalia rosea beach bean Groundcover 8.2.1

Capparis lucida coastal caper Tree 8.2.1; 8.2.2

Casuarina equistifolia coastal she-oak Tree 8.2.1

Chionanthus ramiflorus native olive Tree 8.2.2; 8.2.6

Clerodendrum floribundum lolly bush Tree 8.2.2; 8.2.6

Clerodendrum inerme coastal lollybush Shrub 8.2.1

Corymbia tessellaris Morton Bay ash Tree 8.2.6

Crinum pendunculatum river lily, swamp lily Herb 8.2.1

Crotalaria mitchellii sand rattlepod Herb 8.2.9

Cupaniopsis anacardioides tuckeroo Tree 8.2.1; 8.2.2; 8.2.6

Cymbopogon refractus barbed wire grass Grass 8.2.9

Cyperus pedunculatus pineapple sedge Sedge 8.2.1; 8.2.9

Dianella caerulea blue flax lily Herb 8.2.6; 8.2.9

Dianella longifolia smooth flax lily Herb 8.2.6a; 8.2.9

Diospyros geminata scaly ebony Tree 8.2.2; 8.2.6

Dodeonaea viscosa subsp.viscosa sticky hop bush Shrub 8.2.1

Drypetes deplanchei yellow tulip Tree 8.2.2

Eragrostis interrupta coastal love grass Grass 8.2.6; 8.2.9

Eriachne triodioides wanderrie grass Grass 8.2.6; 8.2.9

Eugenia reinwardtiana beach cherry Shrub 8.2.2

Euroschinus falcatus ribbonwood Tree 8.2.2; 8.2.6

Eustrephus latifolius wombat berry Climber 8.2.2; 8.2.6

Ganophyllum falcatum scaly ash Tree 8.2.2; 8.2.6

Geitonoplesium cymosum scrambling lily Climber 8.2.2; 8.2.6

Heteropogon triticeus giant spear grass Grass 8.2.2; 8.2.9

Hibbertia scandens golden Guinea flower, snake vine Climber/groundcover 8.2.1

Hibiscus heterophyllus native hibiscus Shrub 8.2.6

Imperata cylindrica blady grass Grass 8.2.6; 8.2.9

Ipomoea pes-caprae goats foot convolvulus Groundcover 8.2.1

Jagera pseudorhus foam bark Tree 8.2.6

Jasminum didymium native jasmine Climber/Shrub 8.2.2; 8.2.6

Lomandra longifolia spiny-headed mat-rush Herb 8.2.6

Macaranga tanarius macaranga Tree 8.2.2; 8.2.6

Mallotus philippensis red kamala Tree 8.2.2; 8.2.6

Melia azedarach white cedar Tree 8.2.6

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Mimusops elengi red coondoo Tree 8.2.2

Morinda citrifolia giant morinda, cheese fruit, smelly cheese tree

Tree 8.2.1

Pandanus tectorius beach pandan, coastal screw, pine pandanus

Tree 8.2.1; 8.2.6

Pittosporum ferrugineum rusty pittospporum Tree 8.2.1; 8.2.6

Planchonia careya cocky apple Tree 8.2.6

Pleiogynium timorense Burdekin plum Tree 8.2.2; 8.2.6

Scaevola taccada sea lettuce Shrub 8.2.1

Sophora tomentosa silver bean Shrub 8.2.1

Spinifex sericeus beach spinifex Grass 8.2.1

Sporobolus virginicus marine couch Groundcover 8.2.1

Stephania japonica tape vine Climber/groundcover 8.2.1; 8.2.2; 8.2.6

Sterculia quadrifida peanut tree Tree 8.2.2; 8.2.6

Terminalia muelleri coast damson Tree 8.2.1; 8.2.2; 8.2.6

Themeda triandra kangaroo grass Grass 8.2.6; 8.2.9

Thespesia populnea tulip tree Tree 8.2.1

Thuarea involuta birds beak grass Grass 8.2.1

Vigna marina vigna Groundcover 8.2.1

Vitex rotundifolia creeping vitex, beach vitex Groundcover 8.2.1

Vitex trifolia coastal vitex, common blue vitex Shrub 8.2.1

Xerochrysum bracteatum golden everlasting daisy Herb 8.2.9

View sensitive native plant list


Acacia simsii Sim’s wattle Shrub 8.2.6

Caesalpinia bonduc nicker nut Climber 8.2.1

Canavalia rosea beach bean Groundcover 8.2.1

Clerodendrum inerme coastal lollybush Shrub 8.2.1

Crinum pedunculatum river lily, swamp lily Tufty 8.2.1

Crotalaria mitchellii sand rattlepod Herb 8.2.9

Cymbopogon refractus barbed wire grass Grass 8.2.9

Cyperus pedunculatus pineapple sedge Sedge 8.2.1; 8.2.9

Dianella caerulea blue flax lily Herb 8.2.6; 8.2.9

Dianella longifolia smooth flax lily Herb 8.2.6a; 8.2.9

Dodonaea viscosa subsp. viscosa sticky hop bush Shrub 8.2.1

Eragrostis interrupta coastal love grass Grass 8.2.6; 8.2.9

Eriachne triodioides wanderrie grass Grass 8.2.6; 8.2.9

Eustrephus latifolius wombat berry Climber 8.2.2; 8.2.6

Geitonoplesium cymosum scrambling lily Climber 8.2.2; 8.2.6

Heteropogon triticeus giant spear grass Grass 8.2.6; 8.2.9


APPENDIX 4: Generic list of recommended species for coastal revegetation in the Mackay Region


Hibbertia scandens golden Guinea flower, snake vine Climber/groundcover 8.2.1

Imperata cylindrica blady grass Grass 8.2.6; 8.2.9

Ipomoea pes-caprae goats foot convolvulus Groundcover 8.2.1

Jasminum didymium native jasmine Climber/shrub 8.2.2; 8.2.6

Lomandra longifolia spiny-headed mat-rush Herb 8.2.6

Scaevola taccada sea lettuce Shrub 8.2.1

Sophora tomentosa silver bean Shrub 8.2.1

Spinifex sericeus beach spinifex Grass 8.2.1

Sporobolus virginicus marine couch Groundcover 8.2.1

Stephania japonica tape vine Climber/groundcover 8.2.1; 8.2.2; 8.2.6

Themeda triandra kangaroo grass Grass 8.2.6; 8.2.9

Thuarea involuta birds beak grass Grass 8.2.1

Vigna marina vigna Groundcover 8.2.1

Vitex rotundifolia creeping vitex, beach vitex Groundcover 8.2.1

Vitex trifolia coastal vitex, common blue vitex Shrub 8.2.1

Xerochrysum bracteatum golden everlasting daisy Herb 8.2.9

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APPENDIX 5: Weed control principles Appendix1:Coastalweedcontrolprinciples


APPENDIX 6: Main weed species found in coastal areas in the Mackay region

Species name Common name Form

Agave sp. sisal hemp Succulent

Ageratum conyzoides subsp. conyzoides billy goat weed Herb

Alternanthera brasiliana red-leaved alternanthera Herb

Antigonon leptopus coral vine Climber

Aster subulatus wild aster, bushy starwort Herb

Bidens alba var. radiata cobbler’s peg Herb

Bougainvillea sp bougainvillea Vine

Bryophyllum sp. mother-of-millions Shrub

Bryophyllum delagonenses mother-of-millions hybrid Shrub

Callisia fragrans callisia Herb

Catharanthus roseus pink periwinkle Herb

Cenchrus echinatus Seaforth burr Grass

Cocus nucifera coconut palm Tree

Conyza canadensis var. pusilla fleabane Herb

Corymbia torelliana cadagi Ree

Crotalaria pallida rattlepod Herb

Dactyloctenium sp. button grass Grass

Delonix regia poinciana Tree

Dichantium annulatum sheda grass Grass

Digitaria didactyla blue couch Grass

Duranta erecta duranta Shrub

Eleusine indica crowsfoot grass Grass

Emilia sonchifolia emelia Herb

Euphorbia cyathophora painted spurge Herb

Hyparrhenia rufa thatch grass Grass

Ipomoea indica coastal morning glory Herb

Lantana camara lantana Shrub or branched climber

Leucaena leucocephala leucaena Small tree

Macroptilium atropurpureum siratro Vine

Megathyrsus maximus Guinea grass Grass

Melinus repens red natal grass Grass

Melinis minutiflora molasses grass Grass

Mimosa pudica sensitive weed Herb

Momordica charantia balsam pear Vine

Oenothera drummondii subsp. drummondii beach evening primrose Herb

Opuntia stricta common prickly pear Succulent

Opuntia monacantha drooping prickly pear Succulent

Passiflora foetida stinking passionfruit Climber

Passiflora suberosa corky passionfruit Climber

Psidium guajava guava Small tree

Portulaca pilosa hairy pigweed Succulent

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Ricinus communis castor oil plant Sub-shrub

Richardia brasiliensis Mexican clover Herb

Salsola australis prickly starwort Succulent shrub

Sansevieria trifasciata mother-in-laws tounge Herb

Senna pendula var. glabrata Easter cassia Shrub or branched climber

Sida cordifolia sida Sub-shrub

Solanum capsicoides devil’s apple Sub-shrub

Solanum chrysotrichum devil’s fig Sub-shrub

Solanum nigrum black nightshade Sub-shrub

Solanum seaforthianum Brazilian nightshade Sub-shrub

Sphagneticola trilobata Singapore daisy Groundcover

Stachytarpheta jamaicensis snake weed Herb or sub-shrub

Stylosanthes humilis stylo Herb

Themeda quadrivalvis grader grass Grass

Tradescantia spathacea Moses-in-a-cradle Herb

Tridax procumbens tridax daisy Herb

Triumfetta rhomboidea Chinese burr Sub-shrub

Urochloa decumbens signal grass Grass

Yucca aloifolia yucca Succulent

APPENDIX 6: Main weed species found in coastal areas in the Mackay region


APPENDIX 7: Fencing specifications for coastal areas

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Local Coastal Plan Slade Point 2018

Phone 1300 MACKAY (622 529)

www.mackay.qld.gov.au/coasts

Email [email protected]

Mail Mackay Regional Council PO Box 41 Mackay QLD 4740

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About Slade PointThe Slade Point coastal unit supports rare and threatened species including migratory shorebirds and critically endangered beach scrub vegetation. It is also a popular recreational area for locals and visitors to our region.

Council manages its coastal land at Slade Point through an integrated program of planning, on-ground works, monitoring and community engagement known as the Coasts and Communities Program. As part of this program, Coastal Management Guidelines have been developed to provide a framework for management decisions and activities for coastal land under council’s jurisdiction. Individual Local Coastal Plans, such as this plan for Slade Point, provide site-specific recommendations for individual coastal units.

The Slade Point Local Coastal Plan describes the environmental and social values of the coastal unit, as well as the key threats and management issues. Key pressures include erosion, inappropriate access, removal of native vegetation and the presence of non-native vegetation, waste dumping and climate change. Recommendations to manage

these threats include revegetation, improvements in access management and weed control.

Social values are also described and opportunities to improve recreational facilities and values have been identified, including new and improved beach accesses and walking tracks, interpretive signage, and park assets such as the installation of a barbeque at David Cheong Park. The recommended activities will be implemented on a prioritised basis as resources become available. Community engagement is recognised as a critical part of the success of on-ground works and opportunities for the community to learn about coastal ecosystems and get involved in management activities at Slade Point will be provided through the Coastcare program.

UNDERSTANDING YOUR LOCAL COASTAL PLAN (LCP)The activities recommended in this Local Coastal Plan will help protect and improve the condition of assets in the coastal unit, ensure best-practice management principles are implemented and on-ground activities are prioritised and undertaken in a coordinated and strategic way. This plan will help attract additional funding to the region (including from State and Federal sources) to protect coastal resources and improve recreational opportunities for our community.

Summary and highlights Slade Point 5

Environmental Values and Management Issues Vegetation and Wildlife ValuesThe Slade Point coastal unit is located approximately eight kilometres north east of the Mackay CBD. It includes 6.8km of coastline and extends from McCreadys Creek Reserve in the north, around Slade Point headland to the east, and continues south along Lamberts Beach and North Harbour Beach, ending north of Mackay’s Outer Harbour breakwater. It is distinguished by a beach ridge coastline along Slade Bay that terminates at the rocky headland of Slade Point. To the south of the headland, numerous rocky outcrops and pocket beaches occur including Turners Beach, Slade Point Beach and Lamberts Beach.. Within the coastal unit parabolic dunes, a relatively rare geomorphic feature along the tropical Australian coastline, extend from the Slade Point Headland to Mackay’s Outer Harbour breakwater. Slade Point Reserve and Mackay Port Authority Conservation Reserve are other significant natural features that occur within the coastal unit. Located south of Lamberts Beach and Ram Chandra Park, these reserves represent the natural vegetation patterns once abundant in the Mackay region.

The coast unit contains approximately 13.5ha of remnant coastal vegetation located predominantly within the foredunes of North Harbour Beach. Remnant vegetation includes a distinct community of Corymbia tessellaris +/- Eucalyptus open forests adjacent to community complex of Casuarina woodland, rainforest tall shrubland, semi evergreen microphyll vine thicket and tussock grassland on coastal dunes. Tussock grassland communities are very rare; occurring only on large dune systems exposed to high Aeolian (wind-borne) deposits. Slade Point provides the largest representation of this remnant community within the Central Queensland Coast bioregion. Slade Point Reserve and Mackay Port Authority Conservation Reserve provide the highest portion of intact vegetation within the coastal unit and maintain high resilience due to low levels of disturbance.

Residential development and land modification has resulted in a coastline presenting highly fragmented individual remnants. Lamberts Beach and the beach ridge coastline facing Slade Bay provide a limited narrow coastal corridor, which is in the most part separated by a post and rail fence and maintained as mown lawn. Maintenance of a grassed lawn area, along with frequent storm activity continues to perpetuate vegetation loss and impede plant recruitment and zonation.

The vegetation communities within Slade Point provide habitat for an array of native wildlife including frogs, birds, reptiles and mammal species. Extensive estuarine wetlands, saltpans and open beach areas provide locally important intertidal roosting sites for shorebirds and the beaches south of Lamberts Lookout offer suitable nesting habitat for marine turtles. Estuarine wetlands provide important breeding grounds for many marine fish species. The wetlands contain essential

habitat for the highly specialised and regionally vulnerable mangrove mouse and the complex coastal vegetation types provide essential habitat and foraging opportunities for the near threatened coastal sheathtail bat. The tussock grasslands of Slade Point Reserve and Mackay Port Authority Conservation Reserve provide important habitat for small mammals including the common planigale, grassland melomy, northern brown bandicoot and agile wallaby. The sheltered coastal waters found in Slade Bay support seagrass meadows that provide an important food source for marine animals including dugongs and turtles.

Key threats to remnant vegetation communities at Slade Point include erosion, weed invasion, inappropriate access and waste dumping. These threats interrupt natural vegetation zonation and reduce the resilience of coastal ecosystems. Key threats to wildlife include habitat loss and degradation, predation by domestic and feral animals and disturbance to nesting or roosting sites. Climate change is likely to place additional stresses on coastal vegetation and wildlife. Protecting existing native vegetation, re-establishing vegetation zonation and improving vegetation quality through weed control are key ways this plan seeks to protect and enhance the vegetation and wildlife values in this area. Providing opportunities for the local community to learn about coastal ecosystems and wildlife through Coastcare events and interpretive signage will raise awareness about coastal values at Slade Point.

Coastal Processes and ErosionCoastal environments are dynamic, experiencing periods of erosion and accretion. Well-vegetated coastal dunes help protect coastal infrastructure during intense wind, storm and cyclone events. Human induced changes such as coastal development and vegetation loss can reduce the protective capacity of dune systems and coastal recession can occur.

The recreational opportunities that beaches provide and their natural attractive appearance have encouraged extensive residential and commercial development of beach areas, often as close as possible to the beach itself. The continuous supply of sand from the Pioneer River entrance and the regular onshore winds has combined to generate extensive sand dune formations, which in turn provided historical sediment supply to Slade Point and associated beaches. Construction of the harbour and the establishment of Slade Point as a residential zone have interrupted sediment pathways and reduced this supply significantly.

Slade Point was part of a parabolic dune system that extended along Harbour Beach toward the headland. The parabolic dune system of Harbour Beach provided an important backshore sand source to the adjacent beaches, including the major wind-borne sand supply across the headland to Slade Bay. The establishment and progressive enlargement of the harbour

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Social Values and Management IssuesCultural and Recreational ValuesSlade Point offers a village atmosphere and is highly valued by locals and visitors for its diverse and rich recreational and nature based opportunities. Recreational facilities provide a range of social benefits including opportunities for active and passive recreation, tourism, education and social interaction, as well as supporting community well being and providing opportunities for improving general health through outdoor interaction.

There are seven parks in Slade Point that provide a range of recreational opportunities including playgrounds, seating areas and sheltered picnic tables and barbeques. Lamberts Beach Lookout viewing pavilion that provides 360 degree views of Slade Point. Two dedicated viewing areas are equipped with seating and interpretative signage. There is also a set of binoculars for wildlife spotting. Lamberts Beach and North Harbour Beach offer the only two surf locations within the region.

The Slade Point Local Coastal Plan considers the extent and state of built assets, including access points, play equipment, signage, toilet facilities, paths and fencing. Opportunities for improving built assets to meet community needs and improve recreational opportunities in the area are identified. Installation of distance markers between local parks would enhance active recreational opportunities throughout Slade Point. Nature-based activities within Slade Point Reserve and along North Harbour Beach should be further explored including

the improvement and extension walking trails with distance markers and interpretive signage to enhance environmental education. Eventual formalisation of the Swan Street boat ramp and car parking area would reduce inappropriate vehicle access at David Cheong Park.

Rehabilitation of the dune system, including increasing the vegetated buffer strip is a priority along Lamberts Beach. Recreational facilities have been moved landward and the Ram Chandra Park has been fenced and vegetated in accordance with the preliminary recommendations provided in Lamberts Beach: recovery and erosion management (Alluvium 2017). Further revegetation is required to facilitate colonisation along the foredune and within the park. Interpretation signage and additional access along this stretch of beach should also be considered as immediate priorities to assist the recovery of the dune area. Foredune rehabilitation would also benefit existing remnants along the northfacing beaches of Slade Bay and North Harbour Beach foredune. Revegetation should be used as a technique to restore and enhance native vegetation in areas where natural recruitment is not occurring or where vegetation has been cleared to enhance the natural values of the areas, as well as provide shade, wind protection and habitat corridors for the movement of local native fauna.

Key management issues at Slade Point include erosion, inappropriate access, removal of coastal vegetation and weed invasion. Community education and enforcement activities will be undertaken as required.

sand supply north of the harbour such that the southern breakwater acts as a near complete barrier to the northward transport of sand. With a loss of longshore sediment supply, the shoreline at North Harbour Beach is likely to continue to erode resulting in further recession into the parabolic dunes. In the absence of intervention, continued recession of North Harbour Beach will be likely until a dynamic equilibrium is reached between the current cross-shore and longshore transport conditions. Development of the Slade Point headland and Lamberts Beach residential area involved cut and fill into the dunes, creating a modified foreshore and beach that has since been susceptible to erosion. With a loss of both wind-borne and longshore sediment supply, continued shoreline recession at Slade Point Beach and Lamberts Beach is likely.

Slade Point coastal unit will continue to be susceptible to short term erosion and long term recession and although unlikely to be a concern for the immediate future, the beach and its foreshore requires active management to address long term regression and protect critical infrastructure.

Measures proposed to mitigate further recession and protect existing infrastructure (sewerage pump, roads and houses) include an ongoing program of dune and vegetation restoration between storm events to enhance the resilience of the coastline. Given the significance of Lamberts Beach to the local and broader Mackay community, active management has been identified as the preferred approach for shoreline management at this time. Ongoing vegetation restoration and periodic sand nourishment will be required to actively advance the beach seaward after periods of storm activity. Several other options may be feasible to assist with sand retention on the beach in the medium to long term such as groyne fields, artificial reefs, offshore breakwaters etc. and could be considered at a later date to enhance sand retention after nourishment.

Climate change and sea level rise is likely to worsen the extent and impact of erosion in coastal areas. Monitoring of beach profiles will provide early indication of changes.


⊲ Weed control across all zones, targeting major weeds including Guinea grass and lantana.

⊲ Revegetation to assist dune stabilisation and enhance native vegetation cover and connectivity along the coastal corridor.

⊲ Implementing dune rehabilitation strategies to improve the retention of sand along Lamberts Beach, including revegetation to stabilise the dune system.

⊲ Installing regulatory and interpretive signage where appropriate.

⊲ Removing waste and preventing future waste dumping at key sites.

⊲ Repairing beach access points at Turners Beach (SLA01), Slade Point Beach (SLA02), Lamberts Beach (LAM04) and North Harbour Beach (SPR01 and SPR02) and installing additional beach access points along Ocean Avenue (SPL01, SPL02, SPL03) and Lamberts Beach (LAM03).

⊲ Investigating additional recreational opportunities, such as pathways within Swallow Street Park and Ram Chandra Park to direct pedestrians to beach access points.

⊲ Continuing to work with DNRM and NQBP to address common management issues along North Harbour Beach foreshore area, including investigating opportunities to improve and extend walking trails south of Slade Point Reserve to provide for a unique nature trail experience.

⊲ Continuing discussions with relevant government agencies to advocate for boat ramp facilities at Swan Street Park.

⊲ Develop a concept plan for a headland walk between David Cheong Park and Lamberts Beach lookout. The full suite of recommended activities can be found at the end of this document.

KEY RECOMMENDATIONS FOR IMPLEMENTATION

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Regulatory Framework

There are a range of statutes at the Regional, State and Federal level that are relevant to, and may guide the management of natural resources and recreation within the Mackay area. These are shown below

STATUTORY OBLIGATIONS

STATE GOVERNMENT Land Act 1994 provides for the

designation of the reserves and assignment of Trustees for the protection of environmentally and culturally valuable and sensitive areas and features.

Recreation Areas Management Act 2006 provides for the establishment, maintenance and use of recreation areas; and aims to coordinate, integrate and improve recreational planning, recreational facilities and recreational management for recreation areas.

Vegetation Management Act 1999 provides management principles for vegetation within Queensland.

Coastal Protection and Management Act 1995 (Coastal Act) provides a comprehensive framework for the coordinated management of the Queensland Coast, and establishes the Queensland Coastal Plan 2012 as the primary statutory instrument under the Coastal Act.

Nature Conservation Act 1992 provides management principles for wildlife within Queensland.

Native Title (Queensland) Act 1993 identifies the presence of Native Title over land.

Land Protection (Pest and Stock Route Management) Act 2002 provides the regulatory basis for control of pest species. In particular the Act classifies pest species and provides obligations for landholders.

Fisheries Act 1994 provides protection for marine plants including mangroves and saltmarshes, and provides the regulatory environment for control of recreational fishing activities.

Sustainable Planning Act 2009 provides the regulatory background for the development of planning schemes.

Environmental Protection Act 1994 regulates environmentally relevant activities, including release of emissions on land, air or water and noise.

Marine Parks Act 2004 regulates use of Marine Park to protect marine environment.

Waste Reduction and Recycling Act 2011 provides regulatory regime for management of litter and illegal dumping.

Queensland Coastal Plan 2012 provides policy guidance to coastal land managers including best practice coastal management principles which support the development of local management plans.

FEDERAL GOVERNMENT

Biosecurity Act 2015 provides management principles for diseases and pests that may cause harm to human, animal or plant health or the environment, and for other related purposes.

Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 provides a high level of protection for Matters of National Environmental Significance (MNES). In particular it provides protection for important populations of migratory species.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Heritage Protection Act 1984 provides for the preservation and protection of areas and objects in Australia and in Australian waters that are of particular significance to Aboriginals in accordance with Aboriginal tradition.

INTERNATIONAL AGREEMENTS

China and Australia Migratory Bird Agreement (CAMBA), the Japan and Australia Migratory Bird Agreement (JAMBA), and the Republic of Korea-Australia Migratory Bird Agreement (ROKAMBA) provide for conservation of shorebirds (waders) across the migratory flyway for these species.

LOCAL GOVERNMENT Mackay Regional Council Local Law

No. 4 (Local Government Controlled Areas, Facilities and Roads) 2011 provides for the management of council controlled lands by enabling the prohibition of vehicle access and protection of vegetation and infrastructure.

Mackay Regional Council Local Law No. 2 (Animal Management) 2011 provides for the management of animals in the natural environment,

including ensuring that they are under effective control and requiring removal of faeces in a public place.

Coastal Management Guidelines 2012 provides a framework for management decisions and activities for land under Mackay Regional Council jurisdiction in the coastal zone.

Mackay Regional Council Planning Scheme Open Space Strategy No. 12 outlines Mackay Regional Council’s committment to provide a balanced

mix of public open space that in turn will provide for a range of active and passive recreational opportunities for the community.

Reef Guardian Council program recognises council’s commitment to protect, conserve and enhance the values of the Great Barrier Reef for future generations through effective and responsible land-based management practices. The Coasts and Communities Program is a key initiative under this program.


Recommended activities for the Slade Point Local Coastal Plan

RECOMMENDED ACTIVITIES

Zone A | Swan St Park (1ha)




1.3 Rehabilitate cleared areas and bare patches such as mown areas. Revegetate areas surrounding the existing car park to enhance the estuarine environment and enhance shade, shelter and habitat for native animals along the coastal corridor.

1.4 Monitor and manage other problematic weed species including residential garden escapees.


2.1 Work with partners to install a boat ramp and create formalised designated parking spots to alleviate congestion in busy times.

2.2 Install interpretive signage where appropriate to highlight biodiversity values.

3 Access management

3.1 Install a beach access point along Swan Street (SLP01).


4 Waste management


Zone B | Swallow St Park (1.5ha)




5.3 Undertake revegetation throughout the zone (foreshore and roadsides) to increase connectivity and habitat for native animals along the coastal corridor and provide shade for recreation.


6 Access management

6.1 Install a beach access point at the end of this pathway within Swallow Street Park (SLP02) and create pathway links to connect the access point to frequently used entrances.


7 Waste management


Zone C | Slade Esplanade and Ocean Avenue (3.5ha)



8.2 Monitor and where suitable, manage other problematic weed species including, but not limited to residential garden escapees.

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9 Access management

9.1 Undertake fence improvements along Slade Esplanade and Ocean Avenue to reduce green waste dumping and inappropriate parking.

9.2 Install a beach access point (SLP03) along Ocean Avenue from the easement located south west of Melaleuca Street.


10 Waste management


Zone D | Slade Point headland (6ha)


11.1 Control major target weed species including Guinea grass, leucaena, painted spurge, prickly pear, century plant and mother-in-law’s tongue.

11.2 Undertake revegetation with native plants across David Cheong Park.

11.3 Facilitate native vegetation regeneration throughout the reserve through strategic weed management.

11.4 Control weeds on and around well used areas such as informal access tracks until such time that their use (closure or formalisation) is determined.


11.6 Maintain a firebreak between Albatross Street Lookout and Turners Beach.


12.1 Install an electric barbeque at David Cheong Park.


13.1 Consider formalising the informal walkway leading from David Cheong Park to Albatross Street Lookout. Develop a concept plan with cost estimates for a headland walking track.

13.2 Delineate the Asset Protection Zone (APZ) and conservation area through the installation of post and rail fencelines.


13.4 Install a fenceline along the road frontage of Albatross Street Park.

13.5 Undertake fence improvements along Ocean Avenue at David Cheong Park.

13.6 Once boat ramp facilities are completed at Swan Street Park, close the unofficial boat launching point at David Cheong Park.

Zone E | The Bays (Turners Bay and Slade Point Beach) (5ha)

14 Vegetation management 14.1 Control major target weed species including mother of millions, prickly pear, century plant, painted spurge and pink periwinkle.

14.2 Supplement removed weed species with native vegetation, particular along Gannet Street Walkway (SLA01).


14.4 Control weeds on and around well used areas such as informal access tracks. Closure or formalisation of these tracks will minimise weed control efforts. Revegetation may be required to infill gaps if natural regeneration is not sufficient.

14.5 Monitor and where suitable, manage other problematic weed species including, but not limited to residential garden escapees



15 Recreational opportunities 15.1 Install educational signage to advertise the unique geological features of the area, include the gravel and cobble beaches and adjacent parabolic dunes.


16.1 Repair the Gannet Street Walkway and beach access point (SLA01) and install appropriate drainage to mitigate erosion.

16.2 Repair beach access point (SLA02).

16.3 Delineate Reserve and Freehold tenure though the installation of post and rail fencelines.


Zone F | Lamberts Beach (Ram Chandra Park) (6.5ha)


17.1 Control major target weed species including Guinea grass and prickly pear.

17.2 Undertake revegetation throughout the zone (foreshore and roadsides) to increase connectivity and habitat for native animals along the coastal corridor and provide shade


18.1 Consider the establishment of a multi-use path within Ram Chandra Park to link park facilities to beach access points. Accompany the installation of access points with revegetation.

18.2 Install a beach access point (LAM03) near the lifeguard tower and consider whether additional access points are required.

18.3 Formalise the beach access track at the southern end of Lamberts Beach (LAM04). Investigate opportunities to make LAM04 an all abilities beach access point.


19 Erosion management

19.1 Implement recommendations as described in Lamberts Beach: recovery and erosion management (Alluvium 2017).

Zone G | North Harbour Beach (19ha)


20.1 Control major target weed species including: lantana, Guinea grass, pink periwinkle, prickly pear, Singapore daisy and beach evening primrose through cross tenure collaboration between SPR trustees and NQBP. A key focus area for weed control is the dune system along North Harbour Beach.



20.4 Control weeds on and around well used areas including highly dispersive weeds such as cobbler’s peg and Seaforth burr.

20.5 Monitor and manage other problematic weed species including, but not limited to red natal grass, tridax daisy, prickly starwort, common guava, Chinese burr, blue couch, stylo, molasses grass, corky passion vine, passionflower, thatch grass, snake weed, couch grass, siratro, painted spurge, sensitive weed and Solanum sp.


21.1 Reinstate walking trail infrastructure within SPR and onto North Harbour Beach.

21.1 Repair and formalise beach access points SPR01 and SPR02.

21.2 Consider extending the path to beach access point NHA01.

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22 Conservation management

22.1 Review the Draft Slade Point Reserve Management Plan (2008-2018).

22.2 Undertake detailed monitoring of the unique parabolic dune system along North Harbour Beach and in agreement with NQBP, develop an application to the Department of Environment Heritage Protection (DEHPa) to list the parabolic dunes unique to the Slade Point region as a site of geological/geomorphological significance.

22.3 Revisit the Land Use Plan - Port of Mackay (2009) and reconfigure access (both public beach access and road access) to protect features of National Heritage Value (i.e. vegetation communities and its associated geological values within the Mackay Port Authority Conservation Reserve). Renegotiate Slade Point Planning Scheme Zonation (2013) to include appropriate measures to protect land use of the Special Activities (Port).

Other activities across multiple zones

23 Cultural heritage

23.1 Engage Traditional Owners to undertake cultural heritage surveys of the area to outline clear management objectives for the preservation of cultural heritage within the coastal unit.

24 Signage

24.1 Audit all beach access signs across the coastal unit and update or install:

� Signage at the landward end of each beach access point that clearly identifies the beach access number, restricted activities, hazards present and provides information on the appropriate first aid treatment for marine stingers.

� Beach access numbering signage at the seaward end of each beach access point.

24.2 Install pathway linkage signage that describes pathway routes and beach access tracks and include measured walking distances where appropriate.

24.3 Accompany rehabilitation areas with signage (both regulatory and informative).

25 Waste management

25.1 Inform residents of appropriate waste disposal methods. Follow up with education, regulation and enforcement activities.

25.2 Educate the community on the impacts of waste on native vegetation, dune health, and wildlife.

25.3 Assess stormwater outlets and consider installation of Gross Pollutant Traps on stormwater drains close to the source of contaminants.

26 Tourism

26.1 Investigate opportunities for increased tourism visitation to the area.

27 Education

27.1 Partner with Coastcare and others to deliver education programs about:

� Local weed species and the use of local native species in residential gardens.

� Garden waste and general waste disposal.

� Responsible pet ownership and how to protect native wildlife.

28 Monitoring

28.1 Undertake beach profile monitoring and monitor sea level rise to guide future coastal planning and works.

28.2 Consider a regional study on the long-term sediment (sand) supply for the Mackay coastline.

28.3 Monitor, or in partnership with others, facilitate the monitoring of shorebirds and turtles.

http://nqbp.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/PortofMackayLandUsePlan.pdf


Acknowledgements: The project is supported by Reef Catchments and Mackay Regional Council through funding from the Australian Government’s National Landcare Programme, and Mackay Regional Council’s Natural Environment Levy. Local Coastal Plans are based on Mackay Regional Council’s Coastal Management Guidelines (MRC 2012). Images supplied by Reef Catchments and Mackay Regional Council.

How to view the Local Coastal Plan Visit www.mackay.qld.gov.au


29 Climate change

29.1 Consider how to manage future predicted reduction in coastal land to retain buffer above the high tide mark (e.g. rolling boundaries).

29.2 Plan for retreat as required.

29.3 Review existing revegetation list to ensure that species reflect diversity of all Regional Ecosystems present in coastal unit and in preparation for future predicted climates.

30 Legislation and local laws

30.1 Use available legislation to protect existing native vegetation on Esplanade and Reserve tenure as required.

30.2 Using existing laws, undertake enforcements and compliance activities across the area, particularly relating to unrestrained dogs and motor vehicles in park and beach areas.

30.3 Review and update this document in line with changing legislation.

31 Community involvement

31.1 Provide opportunities for community members to be involved in coastal management activities at formal Coastcare events.

32 Enhancement of surrounding areas

32.1 Implement a tree succession plan across the length of the coastal unit.

32.2 Implement a roadside vegetation program to increase the amount of street trees along roads.

32.3 Vegetation screening of sewage and other utility substations will enhance the intrinsic beauty and subsequent value of the area.


33.1 Install regulatory signage to protect shorebird and potential marine turtle populations.

33.2 Consider pathway linkages and/or distance/direction markers to improve connectivity between parks.

34 Vegetation maintenance

34.1 Continue to protect and enhance vegetated dune systems.

34.2 Work with freehold property owners to facilitate protection and appropriate management of significant native vegetation on private land.

http://www.connectingmackay.com.au

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SLADE POINT WAS NAMED BY CAPTAIN JAMES COOK, AFTER SIR THOMAS SLADE, THE NAVAL ARCHITECT WHO DESIGNED NELSON’S H.M.S. VICTORY

COASTAL DUNE SYSTEMS PLAY A

CRUCIAL ROLE IN THE ECOSYSTEM.

VEGETATION IS CRITICAL TO DUNE

FORMATION AND STABILISATION.

SLADE POINT RESERVE IS ONE OF THE LAST REMAINING AREAS OF COASTAL DUNES AND PAPER BARK WETLANDS IN THE MACKAY REGION

LAMBERTS LOOKOUT PROVIDES UNSPOILED

WITH BINOCULARS FOR WHALE WATCHING AND WILDLIFE SPOTTING

VIEWS

LAMBERTS LOOKOUT IS ONE OF THE FEW PLACES IN MACKAY YOU CAN

WATCH BOTH A

SUNRISE & A SUNSET

RARE AND SIGNIFICANT

GEOMORPHIC FEATURE

FAMILIESTHE McCREADYS CREEK ESTUARY SUPPORTS MANGROVES THAT PROVIDE

INCLUDING HABITAT FOR JUVENILE FISH, SEDIMENT TRAPPING AND CARBON SEQUESTRATION

TRADITIONAL OWNERS PREVIOUSLY OCCUPIED THE SLADE POINT AREA.

ITEMS OF CULTURAL SIGNIFICANCE ARE KNOWN TO BE PRESENT

IN THE AREA

SURF BEACHES

360o

LAMBERTS BEACH AND NORTH HARBOUR BEACH ARE

THE ONLY TWO

RAM CHANDRA PARK IS A POPULAR RECREATIONAL AREA FOR

PARABOLIC DUNES THAT EXTEND FROM SLADE POINT HEADLAND TO SOUTH

HARBOUR BEACH ARE A ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES,

IN MACKAY

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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

REPORT

SLADE POINT DRAFT LOCAL COASTAL PLAN

June 2018

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Contents 1. Executive Summary........................................................................................................... 4

1.1 Key Findings ................................................................................................................ 4 2. Introduction ....................................................................................................................... 5

2.1 About this document .................................................................................................... 5 2.2 About Slade Point Local Coastal Plan .......................................................................... 5

3. Consultation Approach ...................................................................................................... 73.1 Objectives .................................................................................................................... 7 3.2 Stakeholders ................................................................................................................ 7

4. Consultation Activities ....................................................................................................... 74.1 Connecting Mackay – online engagement website ....................................................... 7 4.2 Invitation flyer and poster ............................................................................................. 8 4.3 Media Update .............................................................................................................. 8 4.4 Social Media ................................................................................................................ 8 4.5 Survey Forms and Written Submissions ...................................................................... 8 4.6 Community meeting ................................................................................................... 13

5. Overview of Issues .......................................................................................................... 145.1 Erosion (including shoreline recession, dune rehabilitation and stabilisation) ............. 14 5.2 Boat ramp location ..................................................................................................... 14 5.3 Upgrades to David Cheong Park ................................................................................ 14 5.4 Infrastructure and their ongoing maintenance ............................................................ 14 5.5 Walking tracks ........................................................................................................... 14 5.6 Other .......................................................................................................................... 15

6. Consultation Outcomes ................................................................................................... 156.1 Project status and timeframes .................................................................................... 15 6.2 Community Engagement Recommendations ............................................................. 15 Appendices ...................................................................................................................... 16

Appendix 1: Survey questions ...................................................................................... 16 Appendix 2: Flyer community catch up 22 April 2018 ..................................................... 1 Appendix 3: Media Update ............................................................................................. 3 Appendix 4: Boosted social media post 19 April ............................................................. 4 Appendix 5: Statistics for Facebook boosted event ........................................................ 5 Appendix 6: Summary of additional comments from the survey...................................... 6 Appendix 7: Written feedback submission ...................................................................... 8 Appendix 8: Summary of questions - community meeting Sunday 22 April .................. 15 Appendix 9: Zone posters with comments .................................................................... 16 Appendix 10: Reef Catchments social media entry ....................................................... 20

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Appendix 11: Slade Point LCP meeting agenda ........................................................... 21 Appendix 12 – raw data (excel spreadsheet) ................................................................ 22 Appendix 13 – Summary of raw data ............................................................................ 22

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1. Executive SummaryThis report talks to the results of the engagement with stakeholders regarding the Slade Point Draft Local Coastal Plan (LCP).

The objective of the community engagement process was to consult stakeholders on the plan Council will adopt as the strategic management approach for the preservation and enhancement of Slade Point Coastal unit.

This engagement process was initiated by a request from the Natural Environment team; Park, Environment & Sustainability Department, Mackay Regional Council (Council).

Key internal stakeholders were the CEO, the Mayor and Councillors, the Natural Environment management and staff, Parks, Environment and Sustainability Department, Development Services staff and management.

The engagement took place between 13 April and 22 May 2018 and used a range of methods including flyers, social media, an online survey placed on Connecting Mackay and a community meeting on 22 April.

Comments and survey answers, and questions and discussions taken during the community meeting suggest residents are mostly concerned with the erosion occurring at the Slade Point Coastal unit and how council will work to address the issue including getting the sand back into the area.

This feedback also suggests they are interested in seeing improvements and facility enhancements in their area, and more specifically, in David Cheong Park.

1.1 Key Findings The total findings of these survey results can be found in detail in Appendix 12 and the summarised survey feedback can found in Appendix 13.

• 95 members of the Slade Point community attended the community meeting on Sunday 22 April.• The survey attracted 15 respondents.• The top five uses of Slade Point Coastal unit include walking (13), whale watching (12), resting

(10), barbecues (9) and swimming (8).• Erosion was identified as the most important issue; followed in order of priority by climate

change, waste dumping, presence of non-native vegetation and illegal removal of nativevegetation.

• Of the 10 Draft Local Coastal Plan recommendations the following are the top four concerns:o Implementing dune rehabilitation strategies attracted the most votes as a very high

priority issue for the areao Continuing to work with DNRM and NQBP to address common management issues had

six votes or 40% as a very high priority initiativeo Revegetation to assist dune stabilisation also had 40% vote for it as a very high priorityo Repairing beach access points at Turners Beach and Slade Point Beach and installing

additional beach access points along Ocean Avenue, Lamberts Beach and North HarbourBeach

• Comments from respondents indicate they would like improvements towards David Cheong Parkincluding its irrigation, the barbecue, its playground and a walkway, among others.

• Comments regarding the Swan Street location for the boat ramp suggests it is not considered thebest location.

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2. Introduction2.1 About this document The purpose of this report is to summarise the community engagement process undertaken between 13 April and 22 May 2018 and to report on the key issues and themes which resulted from this process.

2.2 About Slade Point Local Coastal Plan Mackay Regional Council has a unique coastline that is valuable and fragile. The coastline needs to be appropriately managed so its significance and beauty can be shared and enjoyed by the Mackay community, present and future.

To ensure this, Council, in partnership with Reef Catchments, undertook a review of the Local Coastal Plans for Slade Point and Lamberts Beach.

The Local Coastal Plan will align with State and Federal Requirements, will be based on sound scientific evidence and will represent the best practice for Local Government. The key goals for the Local Coastal Plans will be to:

• Update the plans with the most current information;• Give the public the opportunity to learn about the information;• Give Council and the community ownership of the plans, to re-affirm their commitment to them,

and to work together to achieve the agreed outcomes.

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Image of the zones in the Slade Point coastal unit

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3. Consultation Approach

3.1 Objectives The objective of the community engagement process was to consult the external stakeholders about the Draft Local Coastal Plan for Slade Point.

This consultation will provide the community with the Draft Slade Point Local Coastal Plan to provide the latest information while still meeting legislative requirements and the process will foster joint ownership of the plans and their implementation.

This process will also give Council the opportunity to collect and analyse the community’s comments, concerns and suggestions towards the draft plan.

Council has committed to the community, as part of the consultation process, that it will keep them informed, listened to and acknowledged in their responses and feedback provided on how their input influenced the content of the Draft Local Coastal Plan.

The key messages for this project include: • That the plan will be updated with current information;• Our coastline is unique, valuable and fragile – therefore it needs to be appropriately managed for

everyone in the community and for future generations;• The Local Coastal Plan is best practice for Local Government;• The Local Coastal Plan is in line with our State and Federal Government requirements;• Mackay Regional Council is seeking feedback and community knowledge around the Draft Local

Coastal Plan for Slade Point;• Mackay Regional Council wants to work the community and work together for the benefit of our

coastline; and• Council is seeking community feedback on priorities and identified issues.

3.2 Stakeholders Identified external stakeholder groups included the Slade Point and Lamberts Beach residents.

Key internal stakeholders were the CEO, the Mayor and Councillors, the Natural Environment management and staff, Parks, Environment and Sustainability Department, Development Services staff and management.

4. Consultation Activities4.1 Connecting Mackay – online engagement website A dedicated project page was created for the Slade Point Draft Local Coastal Plan on Council’s engagement website Connecting Mackay and was the main source of information for the public.

A survey was developed (Appendix 1) and made available through the project page. Hard copies were also made available at the community meeting on Sunday 22 April.

One completed survey hard copy was received at the community meeting and keyed into the online survey system.

The engagement page hosted a copy of the Draft LCP and an open invitation to attend the meeting on 22 April.

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There was a total of 137 visits to the page, no documents were downloaded and the online survey attracted 15 respondents.

4.2 Invitation flyer and poster A flyer (Appendix 2) was prepared promoting the Slade Point Draft LCP inviting interested community members to have their say online and to attend the community meeting on Sunday 22 April.

The flyer directed the community to the online survey and additional information on Connecting Mackay. It also provided information on how to obtain hard copies of the survey if they preferred not to do it online.

The flyer also invited residents to contact Council’s Community Engagement team by telephone or email.

The closing date for the consultation, May 22, was included in the flyer.

The A4 version, which also included the map of the zones, was emailed to Community Development with a request to send on to the Neighbourhood Watch group for that area to increase the reach for the flyer.

The flyer was also printed in A3 size without the zone map and placed in high traffic areas for that area including the Seabreeze Tavern a week prior to the community meeting. They were also placed in nearby shops.

4.3 Media Update Corporate Communications devised a media update (Appendix 3) and sent it out to the media on Thursday 19 April to promote the community meeting on 22 April.

The flyer and the map of the zones was included in the email to the media.

4.4 Social Media The Corporate Communications and Marketing team published and boosted a social media event posted on 16 April 2018 which also promoted the community meeting and invited comments to the online survey (Appendix 4).

The Facebook boosted event reached 10,000, was viewed by 636 people and included the following statistics (Appendix 5).

• Two comments• Five people were ‘invited’ to the event• 26 responses indicating they were attending the event• 85 responses indicating they were ‘interested’ in the event.

Reef Catchments also posted on their Facebook account (Appendix 10) promoting the 22 April community meeting and, similarly, invited comments via the online survey. They also posted the flyer on their website.

4.5 Survey Forms and Written Submissions The survey (Appendix 1) comprised seven questions and 15 online surveys were received.

The answers to the survey suggests that the top five uses of Slade Point coastal unit include walking (chosen by 13 respondents), whale watching (12 respondents), resting (10 respondents), barbecues (9 respondents) and swimming (8 respondents).

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Erosion was indicated as a critical issue when respondents were asked to rank five issues in order of importance; from the most important to the least important. Erosion was the most important with 67% making it their first choice.

Other issues that respondents voted as most important include the presence of non-native vegetation and climate change; both attracted votes from 13%.

Further, of the 67% who rated erosion as the most important issue, climate change and waste dumping were chosen equally by 40% as the second most important issue.

Broadly, erosion received the most votes to be the respondents’ most important issue, followed by climate change, waste dumping, presence of non-vegetation and illegal removal of native vegetation.

Respondents were also asked if any key issues were missing from this list and were given an opportunity to “free-text” in the space provided.

The majority (80%) gave feedback on what they thought were omitted which included: • Better considerations on infrastructure• Connecting the walkways from Swan Street to Lamberts Beach southern end• Better control of cats, dogs and their impact on the environment and fauna• Lamberts Beach upgrades• Weed problems on Lamberts and Albatross headlands• Better thoughts to tourism for the area• Clearer plans on how to better address erosion and shoreline recession.

Regarding the Draft LCP recommendations, respondents were asked to rate the importance of 10 of these from a ‘very high priority’ to the bottom of the scale, a ‘very low priority’.

Of these recommendations dune rehabilitation attracted the highest number of votes with 60% of respondents rating it as a very high priority.

0 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5

ErosionClimate changeWaste dumping

Presence of non-native vegetationIllegal removal of native vegetation

1.533.13

3.293.433.5

3. What do you think are the most important issues at Slade Point Coastal unit?

Please rank the issues in order of importance with 1 as the MOST important and 5 as the LEAST important.

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Forty percent of respondents felt that it was a very high priority to also repair beach access points at Turners Beach and Slade Point Beach and installing additional beach access point along Ocean Avenue, Lamberts Beach and North Harbour Beach.

However, 47% felt it warranted a vote of high priority only.

The community was similarly divided on just how important it was to continue working with the Department of Natural Resources Management and NQBP with 40% rating this recommendation as a very high priority and 33% as a moderate priority.

Continuing that trend was the topic of revegetation where 40% of respondents voted equally that it was a very high priority as well as a high priority.

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Very High Priority

High Priority

Moderate Priority

Low Priority

Very Low Priority

9

3

2

0

1

c. Implementing dune rehabilitation strategies to improve the sand retentionalong Lamberts Beach, including revegetation to stabilise the dune system.

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Very High PriorityHigh Priority

Moderate PriorityLow Priority

Very Low Priority

67

200

f. Repairing beach access points at Turners Beach (SLA01) and Slade PointBeach (SLA02) and installing additional beach access points along Ocean

Avenue, Lamberts Beach and North Harbour Beach.

0 1 2 3 4 5 6



Very Low Priority

62

52

0

h. Continuing to work with DNRM and NQBP to address common managementissues along North Harbour Beach foreshore area, including investigating

opportunities to improve and extend walking trails south of Slade Point reserve to provide for a unique nature t

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Weed control across all zones, targeting major weeds including Guinee grass and lantana was seen by seven as a moderate priority. Five felt it was a very high priority, two saw it as a high priority and one as a low priority.

Installing regulatory and interpretive signage was not seen by many as a very high priority with only 1% selecting it as their first choice. Fifty three percent felt it was only a moderate priority, 2% a high priority, 3% a low priority and 1% a very low priority.

Twenty percent of respondents felt that investigating recreational opportunities in Swallow Street Park and Ram Chandra Park such as pathways to direct pedestrians to beach access points warranted strong consideration. It was chosen as a high priority and a moderate priority equally by 33% and 7% similarly identified this to be a low priority and as a very low priority.

0 1 2 3 4 5 6

Very High Priority

High Priority

Moderate Priority

Low Priority

Very Low Priority

6

6

2

1

0

b. Revegetation to assist dune stabilisation and enhance native vegetationcover and connectivity along the coastal corridor.

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Very High Priority

High Priority

Moderate Priority

Low Priority

Very Low Priority

5

2

7

1

0

a. Weed control across all zones, targeting major weeds including Guinea grassand lantana.

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Very High Priority

High Priority

Moderate Priority

Low Priority

Very Low Priority

1

2

8

3

1

d. Installing regulatory and interpretive signage where appropriate.

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When asked if the boat ramp discussions for Swan Street Park should continue with Queensland government only 20% felt it was a very high priority. It was a high priority for 27%, a moderate priority for 33%, a low priority for 1% and a very low priority for 2%.

Developing a concept plan for a headland walk between David Cheong Park and Lamberts Beach lookout was somewhat more popular; 33% identified it as a very high priority, 7% a high priority, 33% a moderate priority, 3% a low priority and 1% saw it as a very low priority.

Regarding the Coastcare program, 73% of respondents were aware of it, 20% were not and 1% was unsure.

Weed control, tree planting, educational activities and school holiday activities all received a vote each for more activities Coastcare should do more of.

“Other” attracted two votes.

0 1 2 3 4 5



Very Low Priority

355

11

g. Investigating additional recreational opportunities such as pathways withinSwallow Street Park and Ram Chandra Park to direct pedestrians to beach

access points.

0 1 2 3 4 5

Very High Priority

High Priority

Moderate Priority

Low Priority

Very Low Priority

3

4

5

1

2

i. Continuing discussions with relevant government agencies to advocate forboat ramp facilities at Swan Street Park.

0 1 2 3 4 5

Very High Priority

High Priority

Moderate Priority

Low Priority

Very Low Priority

5

1

5

3

1

j. Develop a concept plan for a headland walk between David Cheong Park andLamberts Beach lookout.

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The community was asked for additional comments and they are summarised in Appendix 6.

Only one written submission was received and the full submission is available in Appendix 7.

4.6 Community meeting A community meeting held on Sunday 22 April from 9.30am to 11.30am at Seabreeze Tavern, Slade Point was attended by approximately 95 community members.

The room was set up in a banquet round style with the community members seated around the entire perimeter of the six tables provided for the meeting.

Extra chairs were placed against the length of the walls to accommodate the community.

The meeting was guided by an agenda (Appendix 11) devised by the project team and saw the mayor welcome the community and introduce the format of the morning session.

The mayor also explained that the meeting would break out into discussions and each table was allocated a zone as reflected in the draft coastal plan and that as, part of the meeting, group discussions would be held for each zone.

Questions were encouraged from the audience and they are summarised in Appendix 8.

Further, the mayor updated the audience on Lamberts Beach erosion repair and a Reef Catchments representative introduced the structure of the report, the zones and an overview of the main management activities for the coastal plan.

The meeting then moved into discussions about the zones and the various concerns the community had with the draft Local Coastal Plan for Slade Point. The community members were encouraged to sit at the table reflecting the zone of their choosing.

While there were paper surveys on hand, the community was encouraged to provide their thoughts online. To help promote this message, the team provided business cards containing details of the Connecting Mackay website.

Mayor Cr Greg Williamson, Deputy Mayor Cr Amanda Camm, Cr Laurence Bonaventura, Cr Karen May, Cr Ayril Paton, Cr Fran Mann and Cr Kevin Casey attended as elected representatives.

Officers representing Council included: Craig Doyle (Chief Executive Officer), Peter Owen (Manager Parks, Environment and Sustainability), Lisa Kermode (Natural Environment Coordinator), Gerard Ferguson (Supervisor Natural Environment), Stephanie Wabnik (Project Officer, Coasts) representing Reef Catchments, Danni Wiseman (Community Development Officer) and Community Engagement Officers, Nanet Pagsanjan and Kellie Lister.

Hard copies of customer service request forms were also taken to the meeting.

Comments were captured on each of the zone posters placed on the tables and they can be viewed in Appendix 9.

Some of the comments included: • Shower and lighting at boat ramp for elderly access• Location of boat ramp at south end of Seagull• Speed issues on the road• Need curb and guttering on Eagle Street• Rock wall needs maintenance• Locate the boat ramp at David Cheong Park• Suggested location for a boat ramp

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• Consider wildlife• A BMX track at the headland or nearby• Timber walkway• Parking improvements• Areas for undercover seating• All abilities access• Development of Cumberland Nature Park might have safety risks• Fencing• BBQ and garbage bins• Include “nature play”.

5. Overview of IssuesFrom the consultation five key themes appear:

• Erosion (including shoreline recession, dune rehabilitation and stabilisation)• Boat ramp location• Upgrades to David Cheong Park• Infrastructure and their ongoing maintenance• Walking tracks.

5.1 Erosion (including shoreline recession, dune rehabilitation and stabilisation) The online survey results and the comments highlight the community’s erosion concerns with 60% of respondents voting it as the most critical issue facing their beach.

This concern is further highlighted by 67% of respondents’ voting that dune rehabilitation to improve sand retention is a very high priority for the Slade Point Coastal unit and 40% equally choosing dune stabilisation as both a very high and a high priority.

The community’s questions during introduction also further point to this concern as do their comments from the survey.

5.2 Boat ramp location The community commented on the suggested Swan Street location of the boat ramp contained in the draft plan as potentially inappropriate and made recommendations for other areas to accommodate this facility.

Those suggestions include David Cheong Park, at the end of Seagull Street, and near McCreadys Creek.

5.3 Upgrades to David Cheong Park Survey comments from respondents suggests that residents would like to see improvements made to David Cheong Park including its irrigation, the barbecue, its playground and a walkway, among others.

5.4 Infrastructure and their ongoing maintenance Residents voiced their opinion that the infrastructure, their maintenance, design appearance and cohesive approach could be better with one resident highlighting the box housing the sled for the lifesaving gear and the “eyesore” lifesaving tower as good examples of what could be improved.

5.5 Walking tracks Residents mentioned walkways a few times and indicated they would like to see some in strategic points including from the landward of the rock wall, a headland walk and one from David Cheong Park to Lamberts Lookout and also to Swan Street.

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5.6 Other Tourism was also a recurring theme with requests to attract tourists to this area through better signage and capitalise on the beautiful coast through visually appealing infrastructure.

6. Consultation Outcomes6.1 Project status and timeframes The consultation phase of the project concluded on 22 May 2018 and the project team will provide a report to Councillors and interested internal parties on __.

6.2 Community Engagement Recommendations The consultation stage of this project was extensive and provided Council valuable feedback on all areas of the plan.

It is recommended that no further consultation is undertaken in conjunction with the Slade Point Draft Local Coastal Plan.

To close the loop, it is recommended that the finalised plan is uploaded onto the Connecting Mackay portal and promoted to the community to download and view.

For those who would prefer not to download from the website, it is recommended that they are encouraged to call the Community Engagement team to request a hard copy is sent out to them.

A final recommendation is for the teams involved in the community consultation to assess and review engagement processes for success and failures; this information will feed into practices and strategies for future LCP projects.

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Appendices

Appendix 1: Survey questions

Have your say - 2018 draft Slade Point Local Coastal Plan Connecting Mackay

Before filling in this survey, please read the draft Slade Point Local Coastal Plan.

With a continued focus on our coastlines, Council has developed Coastal Management Guidelines to provide a framework for management decisions and activities for coastal land under council’s jurisdiction. Individual Local Coastal Plans, such as this plan for the Slade Point provide site-specific recommendations for individual beach units.

Council is seeking your feedback on the Draft Local Coastal Plan (LCP) and its recommended management activities.

1. What is your name?

2. How do you use the Slade Point Coastal unit? (Choose all that apply)

Swimming Walking Running Team sports Surfing Boot camp Water sports Fishing Horse riding Dog walking Bird watching Whale watching BBQs Picnics Children's playing activities Organised conservation activities Resting Reading Other (Please specify below)

Please specify if you use Slade Point Coastal unit in any other way.

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3. What do you think are the most important issues at Slade Point Coastal unit?Please rank the issues in order of importance with 1 as the MOST important and 5 as the LEAST important. (Rank each option)

Presence of non-native vegetation Illegal removal of native vegetation Waste dumping Erosion Climate change

4. Have we missed any issues in the plan?

5. How important is it to implement the following recommendations? Please rate how importantimplementing these recommendations are to you.

Questions Very High

Priority High

Priority Moderate

Priority Low

Priority Very Low Priority

a. Weed control across allzones, targeting

major weeds including Guinea grass and lantana.

b. Revegetation to assistdune stabilisation

and enhance native vegetation cover and

connectivity along the coastal corridor.

c. Implementing dunerehabilitation strategies to improve the sand retention

along Lamberts Beach, including revegetation to stabilise the dune system.

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Questions Very High

Priority High

Priority Moderate

Priority Low


d. Installing regulatory andinterpretive signage where appropriate

e. Removing waste andpreventing future waste

dumping at key sites including Swallow Street Park, Ocean Avenue and

Gannet Street.

f. Repairing beach accesspoints at Turners Beach(SLA01) and Slade Point

Beach (SLA02) and installing additional beach access points

along Ocean Avenue, Lamberts Beach and

North Harbour Beach.

g. Investigating additionalrecreational opportunities such as pathways within

Swallow Street Park and Ram Chandra Park to direct

pedestrians to beach access points.

h. Continuing to work withDNRM and NQBP

to address commonmanagement issues along

North Harbour Beach foreshore area, including investigating

opportunities to improve and extend walking trails south of Slade Point reserve to provide

for a unique nature trail experience.

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Questions Very High

Priority High

Priority Moderate

Priority Low


i. Continuingdiscussions with

relevant government agencies to advocate for boat ramp facilities at

Swan Street Park.

j. Develop a conceptplan for a headland walk between David

Cheong Park and Lamberts Beach

lookout.

6. Do you have any additional comments on the draft Slade Point Local Coastal Plan?

[Type text]

Coastcare

A big part of the Coasts and Communities Program is to work with coastal communities to identify local environmental problems and achieve practical solutions. Coastcare is an Australia-wide community of volunteers who care for their coast.

7. Are you aware of the Coastcare Program? (Choose only one option)

Yes (Please specify below) No

7a. Only answer if you said YES to question 7: Are you involved in the Coastcare program? (Choose only one option)

Yes (Please specify below) No Unsure

7b. Only answer if you said YES to question 7a: What type of activities would you like to see Coastcare do more of? (Choose all that apply)

Weed control Tree planting Educational activities School holiday activities Other

7c. If you answered OTHER in question 7b: What are the other activities you would like to see?

For more information on how to get involved.

Coastcare is a great way to get hands-on and help protect and enhance our beautiful coastline and beaches. Activities are open to all ages and are family-friendly.

For more information, contact Cass Hayward on 0429 155 841.

Alternatively, visit http://reefcatchments.com.au/coasts-marine/coastcare/

http://reefcatchments.com.au/coasts-marine/coastcare/

Community Engagement Report – Slade Point Draft Local Coastal Plan

Appendix 2: Flyer community catch up 22 April 2018


Appendix 3: Media Update


Appendix 4: Boosted social media post 19 April


Appendix 5: Statistics for Facebook boosted event


Appendix 6: Summary of additional comments from the survey

• Infrastructure needs to be better• Ram Chandra Park

o needs improvemento needs irrigationo playground and BBQ improvedo signage needed to improve understanding of values and threats - public art

could help with this• Need to maintain steel structures free of rust• Need to prevent erosion• Keep glider access open• Pump sand back into Lamberts• Council should collect fronds weekly• Inform via email as well as the other engagement tools• Walkways – between David Cheong Park and lookout, and along length of Ocean

Ave waterfront• Zone A:

o Install boat ramp at Swan St and formalise the carparko Concerned about ramp positioning

• Zone D:o Install electric BBQ at David Cheong Park, but no toiletso No BBQs at Albatross St Parkland

• Headland Walko No all access catering – keep formalisation of track to a minimumo Any further developments must be discussed with residents prior to

construction• David Cheong Park

o Launch/ramp needs to be formalised• Appendix 3 regarding coast revegetation does not include selection of or planting of

these plants• Appendix 4 plant list does not include many species that occur on the headlands – a

lost opportunity• More cohesive beach equipment – playground and surf lifesaving equipment is an

eye sore• Need to be able to access the creek• Dune stabilisation and revegetation needs more education and awareness• Disappointing biodiversity and visitation data isn’t available• Better signage to drive tourism to Lamberts Beach• The report could separate out mitigation actions under each subsection for easier

reading• Zone C recommendations for revegetation are not clear – recommend hardened

gravel public walkway landward of the rockwall – best to target Slade PointReserve/North Harbour Beach for revegetation

• Erosion needs key recommendations to be summarised on page 28


• Section 4.2 – beach erosion is impacting on turtle nesting. This needs to bediscussed and recommendations made in Monitoring section

• Page 36 reference “additional works are planned subject to confirmation of funding” –suggest that high priority works should be recurring commitment from Council andlesser priority action funded through grants

• Climate impact – long term isn’t looking good• Recommendation 30 – Legislation and Local Laws – motor bikes continue to be an

issue that needs enforcement and compliance


Appendix 7: Written feedback submission

Slade Point

Local Coastal Plan 2018

Feedback

Executive Summery

Overall I find this document in a lot of ways not relevant to Slade Point and is an obvious desk top plan. I am extremely disappointed that the community were not engaged with before the draft plan was given to the community. This method is really telling the community what council wants. You state that the on page 43 social values and management issues that the Slade Point Local Coastal Plan (SPLCP) is to describe social values yet you have not engaged prior to find out what they are.

Suggesting that the recommendations will be implemented on a prioritised basis is” non-committal” as resources became available. This plan should have a line item in the budget.

To state that the plan will help attract state and federal funding to the region is not relevant don’t you mean it will help attract funding for Lamberts beach and for that matter we already have the funding for Lamberts Beach that was commitment from all levels of government. Don’t we????

Document Comments

Page 7

2nd dot

Is only about Lamberts Beach as the rest of Slade Point has no front dunes because of natural bedrock and manmade rock walls.

3rd Dot

Stating that revegetation will work on Lamberts beach is untrue and if research had occurred prior to making this statement and you had looked back over the years as too how many re veg projects have occurred over the past 20 years and none have been successful so it will be a waste of ratepayers money

5th Dot

There is only one person in Swallow Street that dumps waste over the Rock wall and that is the owner of no 7 so a camera in a tree over a period of months may prove that. However a lot of it was done when he was building.

6th Dot

You have neglected to mention that an additional access point for Swallow street park


7th Dot

Lighting in parks along footpaths should be considered for safety reasons. I see that there is no mention of a footpath along ocean Ave foreshore

8th Dot

As a member for over 15 years on the CRG with NQBP and a founding member for 15 years with the Friends of The Slade point Reserve, I find it hard to believe that the NQBP will allow footpaths through port lands when they have an interest to develop them to expand the port.

Dots 1,4,9,10

I agree with in particular the walk from David Cheong park to lamberts beach up over the hill. I have spoken to council on many an occasion to consider this project.

Page 8

I agree with the 4 Dots on this page.

Page 9

Maybe you should change the name of Swallow St Park to The Esplanade Park being that the car park is on that street.

Page 10

I agree with council comments about animal management and think all parks in Slade Point should have doggy bags

Page 11

It is disappointing that there are only one set of toilets in Slade Point for the public to use and feel that a set of toilets should be put at the skate park or Swallow Street park to both sides of Slade Point has facilities

Page 13, 15, 16

I find these maps to be incorrect. While the local government are a trustee of the Slade Point Reserve and as such commit rate payer funds to the maintenance of such. These maps shows that council have a responsibility to maintain the NQBP land which is not a council responsibility

Page 18

Line two there is a TYPO

Page 31

As you have suggested in 4th , 5th and 8th paragraph, there is issues with the harbour blocking the sand from migrating north and as such want to know what you have done to talk to the state/NQBP about sand bypass as a long term solution for Lamberts Beach replenishment


Page 35

4.3.4

Instead of accepting that retreat is the only option why not look at what you have stated has caused the problem which is the harbour walls, why not look at Sand bypass and while I understand that this is a state matter then at least lead the charge with the community to ask the state to contribute.

4.3.5

At the time of inspection recent erosion in 2014 cyclone ITA is incorrect. It was cyclone Dylan.

Page 37

Im confused with the lines and believe them to be wrong

Page 43/44

5.2 Recreational opportunities

Looking forward to finally seeing connected footpaths within the parks as a whole in particular for the mums with prams and people in wheel chairs. I assume a footpath from the car park for swallow street park will be completed over to the BBQ hut.

I have a copy if you would like a copy of the petition of fisherman in the area that asked council in 2005 to make Slade Point Boat Ramp a priority so let’s get this happening, advocating isn’t what we need it is council makes it a priority and the state will fund it especially if the community talk with their state minister.

Page 46

Fig 30 there are no pathways marked

Fig 33 no one parks in the carpark

Page 48

Fig 34/35

Wren street park gets a mention here but nowhere else same as Cumberland Ave park

Page 51

5.3 Public Access

Looking for to the directional signage extending from Albatross Street to the SPR. You mention there will be an access at Ocean Ave but in the recommendations you don’t. An access point is must as I have had a lot of people ask me about it.


Again the boat ramp will not be funded by the state until council makes it a priority

Page 52

There are historical steps along Slade esplanade and you have not noted them on this map nor have you put an access along ocean Ave the distance from Swallow street park to Gannett street is a vast area and you have not put in access this will need to occur to allow people to access the beach possibly at the Melaleuca street easement. If I am willing to have public access in front of my house then others should too as this is public land not people private view.

7 Recommended Activities

You are suggesting weed control at all sites and I have to say this is nothing new as council already manages this along the foreshore and while revegetation along all frontal dunes may be seen in a negative light by some I am a realist in that the more vegetation the less erosion for frontal dune, however there is no frontal dune as we have rock walls or natural rock from within McCreadies Creek all the way to Lamberts Beach where revegetation will not be successful. I would like to suggest that any Access point built in Slade Point be given consideration to be aesthetically pleasing, I have had comments to me mad by residents that the steps on to the beach that are blue are an ugly structure and that when you look up and down the coast other towns do access onto their beaches much more nicer

On another note I do like the distance/directional markers that you will install to allow residents to know how far it is to travel between parks and I agree with all other comments except the following

Zone A Swan Street Park

This park has some good existing facilities and as such I hope they will continued to be maintained. When the Boat Ramp is built I would like to see a windy loo put here as there is only one set of public toilets in Slade Point and that is on the other side of Sladie at Lamberts Beach, at least if there was one this side then the walkers fishers and kids from the skate park could use it as not all kids at the skate park live in Sladie.

2.1 The boat ramp needs to be made a priority by council so the state government get the message and will go ahead for it to be constructed and that is the responsibility of council so until council make it a priority it won’t go ahead. Approx 10 years ago a petition of approx. 650 signatures was presented to council to ask council to make it a priority as a matter of urgency, the community is still waiting. I have a copy of the petition and letters of support if you would like the evidence of the need for this infrastructure

Zone B Swallow Street Park

I am extremely disappointed to see that Swallow Street Park does not have a recreational opportunities section to comment on as this park is particularly well used for a number of


activities by a lot of people and you are forgetting there are two parts to this park. There is the children’s swings and BBQ area and families enjoying that facility on the weekends and after school with their kids. As for the foreshore area, I have seen over the past couple of years living here, people coming down for picnics, in wheel chairs, traditional owners and their families bringing their children down to teach them the old ways of fishing, I have seen kyaks, jetskis people in tinnies fishing, people doing sunset drinks and wedding photos and the school children of Slade Point State school using the park and foreshore for their marine studies and pirate hunts with the little ones. There are a large amount of people that come walking through the park for exercise as well as walking the dog, however council in their infinite wisdom decided to take out the tap so dogs are unable to get a drink and kids unable to wash their feet after being on the beach and while I was told it was costing council money for repairs on the old pipe a new one should have been put in if my customer request to stop leaking pipes were too expensive then think about what it would have cost council if I allowed them to continue to leak and waste a precious resource. I would like to see a shower installed as an added feature with a new tap and also Doggy bags for the dog walkers. The rubbish bin will need to be relocated as it is often not seen in its current location closer to the entrance to Swallow street would be good for JJ Richards and also people who come down Swallow street to eat in the park with their takeaways will be able to see it and then put their rubbish in it on their way out of the park.

5.2 There is no frontal dune as we have rock wall. I have presented the thoughts of the Swallow Street Park rock wall group recently to council regarding the rock wall and am still awaiting a reply from council.

6.1 Access is a major issue down onto the beach as there is none, I have seen ladies and men in their 80’s having to climb down the rock wall to do their daily walks with their old dogs trying to also get down through the rocks and they have been doing that for the past 30 years, a formalised access is required as I know of people that have fallen on the rocks. You state that a footpath from the car park will be built to lead to the access point well there are more people that access the foreshore from Swallow Street than from the carpark on the other side of swallow street park. Most people that are walking come down Swallow Street to the park as it is the part of the street that is closest to the ocean so in saying that I think a footpath will need to also come off the end of Swallow street to the access point and also a footpath that goes over to the table and chairs and I have seen people in wheel chairs and ladies with prams struggle to push them across the grass. We would expect that the works for acess would be undertaken after the rock wall is built.

7.1 the issue with most of the waste that is dumped is was from number 7 Swallow street who was dumping stuff over the wall at the time he was building and then rough weather would bring it back into the park

Zone C Slade Esp and Ocean Avenue

Once again disappointing that this park area doesn’t have a category in the access category to allow comment regarding access to the beach. As a formal councillor I know all too well the dynamics of Ocean Avenue and comments made by residents of that area to the locals of Sladie that the park is not a public area and then tell the locals to go walk on the beach. This is a public park and locals should not feel belittled to walk on the beach if they want to walk in the park. It is the longest linear shaded park in Sladie that is protected from the


south easterlies and an access point onto the beach should be put in. Enforcement should continue to occur where residents are fencing or making gardens to stop locals walking along that park.

Zone D Slade Point Headland

13.1 This project was one of mine many years ago as the community have asked me to construct this for the last 10 years but due to the engineering constraints and costs it was never a priority. If council were to finally undertake this amazing walk it would be a great tourist asset to the region and locals alike.

Zone E the Bays

No comment

Zone F Lamberts Beach and Ram Chandra Park

18.1 The community have longed for footpaths within the park this is because they see walking or riding on the road extremely dangerous as there is no bike lane and yet this location is often the bike leg for triathlons.

What is missing off this section is a commitment to replace and continues to maintain the BBQ’s in the park; I had a complaint only the other day that there was only one BBQ working in a park that facilitates thousands of visitors a year

19.1 What concerns me regarding erosion is that you are wasting rate payer’s money planting vegetation in the location. It has been done on at least 2 occasions and was not successful so I guess council will continue to throw good money after bad and not take notice of the past history of this beach. And regarding the Subject to funding comment, I would like you to reply to me in writing with where we are at regarding the commitment from council after the community meeting that occurred after cyclone Debbie regarding the replacement of 25 meters of sand and a commitment to maintain that after each cyclone event for 10 years

Zone G North Harbour Beach

As a founding member of the Friends Slade Point Reserve and the President for 14 out of 15 years that the group was working in the reserve I would like to say a lot of volunteers hours went into the creation and maintenance of the walking tracks and vegetation. When will the lookout sign be replaced in the Slade Point Reserve? I have recently emptied my shipping container and have a lot of documents maps and photos that may be of use for history sake and would like a staff member to make an appointment to go through it with me before it all goes in the bin. Some may be useful for training purposes when putting in conservation groups to undertake work.

21.2

I am not in agreeance in spending ratepayer’s money to extend a walking track on NQBP land. Part of the reason is these dunes are very mobile and when the port decide to expand into that area the community will be kicked out and will have to walk the beach again. I do


not agree to pay for the access point at NHAO1, NQBP should be paying for it as it is on their land.

30.2 looking forward to local laws working on allowing access to all public land

32.2 look forward to more street trees in our community, we are probably the “greenest” suburb in Mackay being that we have the Slade Point Reserve, Mc Creadies Creek Reserve and the beautiful stands of Melaleuca’s and the Koma Teara Trail in our area not to mention water on three sides of us and a scenic shore line.

Thanks you for the opportunity to supply feedback as I was unable to attend the public meeting if you wish to discuss any of my comments please contact me


Appendix 8: Summary of questions - community meeting Sunday 22 April

• Do you intend to fill in the beach? And how far will it go out?• Is there any provision to prevent further erosion?• Regarding sand, is there an opportunity to get a long-term deal with the Port

Authority to use the sand they dredge?• Longshore drift is an issue and you’re not addressing the real issue – this is a band

aid. Will long shore drift be addressed?• What about sand pumping stations?• Does North QLD Bulk Ports have any responsibility towards this issue?• Is the proposed Swan Street boat ramp an all-tide boat ramp?• Is Swan Street the best location for the boat ramp? Won’t the ramp get washed away

– the sand will get washed out from under it. Perhaps Swallow St Park or end ofSeagull St?

• Who’s designing the boat ramp?• In regard to Zone C, is existing fence being reinstated? Who’s responsible for it and

who will maintain it?• Who is looking after the beach?• What does revegetation mean? Does it mean removing vegetation and replacing it.• Dunal and wetlands area are critical and must coexist. Wetlands have now been

drained through installation of sewage infrastructure. Will council address this? Thereis no longer any fish in there to eat the larvae.

• Green waste such as palm fronds – should they be accepted as something that isnaturally occurring or can council collect it monthly? Residents do dispose of them,but is there another approach? Can collection occur monthly, or perhaps every twomonths?


Appendix 9: Zone posters with comments

Comments from the community for Zones A, B and C with post-it notes placed on the area directly related to the feedback.


Aerial map of Zones D, E and F and the community's comments


One of two maps of all the zones in

19 Community Engagement Report – Slade Point Draft Local Coastal Plan

The second map of all the zones highlighting an area for a boat harbour


Appendix 10: Reef Catchments social media entry


Appendix 11: Slade Point LCP meeting agenda

Slade Point Local Coastal Plan – Consultation Session

Sunday April 22 9.30 – 11.30am

Agenda

9.30 am Welcome and introduction Mayor Cr Greg Williams 20 minutes Mackay Regional Council

Update on the Lamberts Beach Erosion Repair work

9.50 am Overview of the Local Coastal Plan Stefanie Wabnik 15 minutes Structure of report Reef Catchments Zones Over view of main activities

10.05 am General Questions Community 20 minutes

10.25 am Small group discussion Staff and Councillors 1 hour (based on zones of interest)

11.30 am Session close

Key points to cover in welcome and introduction

Draft Plan and highlights document

Plan available from Connecting Mackay website

(hard copies available today or call 1300 MACKAY to request a hard copy to be sent to you)

How to comment

Online survey available from Connecting Mackay Website (hard copies available today)

Community consultation closes on May 22

Next steps

Comments to be reviewed and final plan adopted by council

FAQ sheet on main feedback received to be available on Connecting Mackay website

Agenda for today


Appendix 12 – raw data (excel spreadsheet) Not included in this report, but it is available upon request.

Appendix 13 – Summary of raw data

0 5 10 15

Swimming

Walking

Organised conservation…

Running

Surfing

Horse riding

Team sports

Boot camp

Water sports

Fishing

Dog walking

Bird watching

Whale watching

BBQs

Picnics

Children's playing activities

Resting

Reading

Other

8

13

4

7

4

1

1

1

5

5

6

5

12

9

7

7

10

2

4

2. How do you use the Slade Point Coastal unit?

Swimming

Walking

Organised conservationactivitiesRunning

Surfing

Horse riding

Team sports

Boot camp

Water sports

Fishing

Dog walking

Bird watching

Whale watching

BBQs

Picnics

Children's playing activities


1. Erosion, Climate change, Waste dumping, Illegal removal of native vegetation,Presence of non-native vegetation

2. Erosion, Waste dumping, Illegal removal of native vegetation, Climate change,Presence of non-native vegetation

3. Erosion, Climate change, Waste dumping, Illegal removal of native vegetation,Presence of non-native vegetation

4. Presence of non-native vegetation, Waste dumping, Erosion, Illegal removal of nativevegetation, Climate change

5. Erosion, Waste dumping, Illegal removal of native vegetation, Climate change,Presence of non-native vegetation

6. Presence of non-native vegetation, Illegal removal of native vegetation, Erosion,Waste dumping, Climate change

7. Erosion, Climate change8. Erosion, Presence of non-native vegetation, Illegal removal of native vegetation,

Waste dumping, Climate change9. Erosion, Presence of non-native vegetation, Climate change, Waste dumping, Illegal

removal of native vegetation10. Climate change, Erosion, Presence of non-native vegetation, Illegal removal of native

vegetation, Waste dumping11. Erosion, Waste dumping, Climate change, Illegal removal of native vegetation,

Presence of non-native vegetation12. Illegal removal of native vegetation, Erosion, Waste dumping, Presence of non-native

vegetation, Climate change13. Erosion, Climate change, Presence of non-native vegetation, Illegal removal of native

vegetation, Waste dumping14. Erosion, Waste dumping, Climate change, Illegal removal of native vegetation,

Presence of non-native vegetation15. Climate change, Presence of non-native vegetation, Erosion, Illegal removal of native

vegetation, Waste dumping

0 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5

ErosionClimate changeWaste dumping

Presence of non-native vegetationIllegal removal of native vegetation

1.533.13

3.293.433.5

3. What do you think are the most important issues at Slade Point Coastal unit?

Please rank the issues in order of importance with 1 as the MOST important and 5 as the LEAST important.


0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Very High Priority

High Priority

Moderate Priority

Low Priority

Very Low Priority

5

2

7

1

0

a. Weed control across all zones, targeting major weeds including Guinea grassand lantana.

0 1 2 3 4 5 6

Very High Priority

High Priority

Moderate Priority

Low Priority

Very Low Priority

6

6

2

1

0

b. Revegetation to assist dune stabilisation and enhance native vegetationcover and connectivity along the coastal corridor.

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Very High Priority

High Priority

Moderate Priority

Low Priority

Very Low Priority

9

3

2

0

1

c. Implementing dune rehabilitation strategies to improve the sand retentionalong Lamberts Beach, including revegetation to stabilise the dune system.


0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Very High Priority

High Priority

Moderate Priority

Low Priority

Very Low Priority

1

2

8

3

1

d. Installing regulatory and interpretive signage where appropriate.

0 1 2 3 4 5 6

Very High Priority

High Priority

Moderate Priority

Low Priority

Very Low Priority

5

2

2

6

0

e. Removing waste and preventing future waste dumping at key sites includingSwallow Street Park, Ocean Avenue and Gannet Street.

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7



Very Low Priority

67

200

f. Repairing beach access points at Turners Beach (SLA01) and Slade PointBeach (SLA02) and installing additional beach access points along Ocean

Avenue, Lamberts Beach and North Harbour Beach.

0 1 2 3 4 5



Very Low Priority

355

11

g. Investigating additional recreational opportunities such as pathways withinSwallow Street Park and Ram Chandra Park to direct pedestrians to beach

access points.


0 1 2 3 4 5 6



Very Low Priority

62

52

0

h. Continuing to work with DNRM and NQBP to address common managementissues along North Harbour Beach foreshore area, including investigating

opportunities to improve and extend walking trails south of Slade Point reserve to provide for a unique nature t

0 1 2 3 4 5

Very High Priority

High Priority

Moderate Priority

Low Priority

Very Low Priority

3

4

5

1

2

i. Continuing discussions with relevant government agencies to advocate forboat ramp facilities at Swan Street Park.

0 1 2 3 4 5

Very High Priority

High Priority

Moderate Priority

Low Priority

Very Low Priority

5

1

5

3

1

j. Develop a concept plan for a headland walk between David Cheong Park andLamberts Beach lookout.

0 2 4 6 8 10 12

Yes

No

Unsure

11

3

1

7. Are you aware of the Coastcare Program?


0 2 4 6 8 10 12

Yes

No

Unsure

11

3

1

7. Are you aware of the Coastcare Program?

0 0.5 1 1.5 2

Weed control

Tree planting

Educational activities

School holiday activities

Other

1

1

1

1

2

What type of activities would you like to see Coastcare do more of?


4. Have we missed any issues in the plan?

Lack of thought into infrastructure

No, happy with what is being proposed

No

continuation of maintenance of area, connecting all walkway from swan st to lamberts beach south end

No

No

control of cats and dogs. chasing and eating wildlife deficating everywhere

I think the Lambert’s beach park area would really benefit from an upgrade to public use facilities and some landscaping.

Formalising walk tracks on either side of the hill leading up to the whale watching facility.


The RE 8.12.13a on the Lambert's and Albatross headlands and their associated plants and weeds problems problems.

Current beach infrastructure is an eyesore. Would love better looking beach equipment. Perhaps a wooden theme and not the multicolored stuff we have now. Also addressing the eyesore surf lifesaving tower.

No

Please see comment so in no.6 below

Tourism

Sections 4.3.3 and 4.3.4 discuss predicted future shoreline recession and erosion. It is unlikely that dune revegetation will prevent this. Plan needs to be clear on how we are going to accommodate this and what the longer term actions will be.

6. Do you have any additional comments on the draft Slade Point Local CoastalPlan? We need to capitalise of the beautiful coast building visually appealing infrastructure it stead of massive metal boxes, e.g sled for surf life saving gear.


Add additional table/seating in Ram Chandra park and under taking maintenance of existing tables/seating. (Cleaning & repainting) Upgrading children’s playground. Take away build up of excess sand in park. Maintaining the steel structures, such as rust on the Whale watching structure and the new BBQs You need to be careful not to waste money! for little value. We must be ever vigilante to prevent or control erosion.

Why is foreshore erosion in zone G faster than zone F? It still has natural vegetation which surely should stabilise the foreshore. Would the lack of sediment flow be the major contributor to this erosion as it closer to the harbour?

Please don’t block RC glider flyers access to the unique environment. We are total greenies and do no more harm and are no more risk than surfers using the beaches.

what is wrong with using the beach to traverse the coastal area. Don't put a bandaid on rebuilding Lamberts beach. Pump the sand back. have a weekly collection of palm fronds along Ocean Avenue as we keep the fore shore fee of these and don't critise us as dumping rubbish when it is councils! in future communicate via email to keep land owner aware of this sort of plan. Some people dont have facebook, buy local paper watch local TV or live on councils website. Headland walk between David cheong Park and the lookout would be a wonderful addition to the area. I actually think the future could include a walkway/footpath along the entire ocean avenue waterfront.

As local residents of the Slade Point area we would like to formally express the following feedback, concerns and comment on the current Slade Point Draft Local Coastal Plan after attending the Community consultation on 22 April where some of the following information was expressed by ourselves and other residents of the community.

Zone A - Consider installing boat ramp at Swan Street Park and formalise the associated carpark

We support concerns that were raised at the community meeting that the positioning of the current boat ramp site requires reviewing, due to the natural water movement of tides that may impact further natural deposition of sand.

Zone D - Installation of electric BBQ Whilst we agree that the BBQ area would be a good addition to the David Cheong Park area of the headland we do not support any plans for toilet facilities being installed in this area. We would also be opposed to the installation of any BBQ area being installed on the Albatross Street Parkland area of the headland. We believe the predominantly sheltered area of David Cheong would be more suitable as opposed to the more prevailing weather exposed Albatross Street parkland.

Concept plan for Headland Walk As residents of Slade Point, the natural beauty of the public access areas and adventurous coastal landscape is something within our community that we value highly. For this reason we do not believe that the headland area needs to be an “all access” type area catering to wheel-chairs/prams etc, and the formalisation of the nature track should be kept to a minimum to include stabilising the track for safety of users and prevention of erosion.


The reasons supporting this would be the cost of installation and continual maintenance required for such structure that would be imposed on the weather exposed headland. Additionally, it appears that other areas of the LDCP such Zone F, are being considered for an all access pathway along the beach front.

If further development is to go ahead on the development of a headland walk we would like to suggest that this is specifically discussed further with the community and further feedback opportunity be given.

Formalising of launch/ramp area at David Cheong Park area

Whilst this was not a noted point on draft plan, it was discussed at length on the table discussion. To our knowledge, initial access ramp was hand built in the early 1990's by the local outrigging club at the time, as a means to manually launch outrigger canoes. Since then the ramp seems to have had regular use in the launching of kayaks, standup-paddle boards, jet skis and small tinnies.

Concerns we have would be that the formalisation of this ramp would encourage a more intensive use by the public, as a means of launching sea craft and if not planned/regulated properly could lead to problematic issues such as car/trailer parking issues and oversized vehicles/sea craft being launched from the small ramp. Appendix 3 Coastal revegetation principles: techniques are generally very good but information on selecting and planting plants in sites such as headlands where the soil is very rocky and hard - very different from the sand communities - have not been included. these area have weed issues. Newer, long-stemmed planting methods for 8.2.1 species could be added to the planting guide. Appendix 4 Native plant list does not include many of the species that occur on the headlands. A lost opportunity especially when plants from the Lambert's Lookout site were salvaged, grown on and replanted in the landscaping. The majority of these species, common on the lookouts, do not occur in RE's 8.2.1, 8.2.2 or 8.2.6. Acacia oraria and A. simsii do not occur at S.Pt. There is a disjunct population of A. crassicarpa that's not included on the list. I'm not aware of any Pleiogynium timorense within 82.2 or 8.2.6 at S. Pt. Appendix 6. includes Persicaria perfoliata but as there are no Herbarium records of this species for this region, it should be vouchered ASAP. A species list for the headlands can be provided again if required. More cohesive looking beach equipment. Our playground and surf lifesaving equipment is an eyesore.

Put slady creek back to how it used to be slade point people can't even access the creek use have stopped kids from using the creek

important to build community understanding, engagement, support and relationships and partnerships to maximise outcomes of priority activities including dune stabilisation and revegetation.

It is disappointing more recent biodiversity data is not available to support the plan. Similarly for visitation data.

Perhaps Ram Chandra park would benefit from an irrigation system which would help stabilise groundcover and aid in urgently needed revegetation and stabilisation.

Facilities in the park including children’s play ground and bbqs should be significantly enhanced as this is a key area for public recreation and visitors. The park is a popular place for picnics for south sea islander families and friends.


Signage in the park would also help to improve understanding of the important values and threats. Public artworks could help to convey these messages.

The plan would benefit from inclusion of a shared vision for the area, a risk assessment and prioritisation of identified actions e.g. high, medium, low.

Better signage to drive tourism in to Lamberts Beach. The more people that see Lamberts the better understanding the locals & council will have of how good it is.

Would like to see the following included: 1. Sections 4, 5 and 6 outline many of the values of the area but also include a lot of texton mitigation strategies and actions. To improve readability it would be good to separate the mitigation actions into a separate subheading or boxed text under each of the subsections 2. On page 21 and in recommendations for Zone C, the plan talks about revegetationalong Slade Esplanade and the esplanade along Ocean Avenue. The plan is not very clear about what is proposed here and any revegetation landward of the rockwall is unlikely to be successful due to encroachment of mown areas/yards into the esplanade. I suggest instead that a hardened gravel public walkway be put in here and reveg efforts be targetted to more natural areas such as the Slade Point Reserve/North Harbour Beach. 3. In the section on erosion on page 28, reference is made to the 2017 Alluvium report. Itwould be could to provide a boxed text summary of the key recommendations from this report. 4. Section 4.2 discusses wildlife values for the area. I believe that beach erosion is havingan adverse impact on suitability of North Harbour Beach for turtle nesting and would like to see this discussed and included in recommendation 28- Monitoring. 5. Page 36 states that "additional works are planned subject to confirmation of funding' Isuggest that funding for high priority works must be a commitment/recurring item in annual council budgets , whilst lower priority actions could be funded through grants. 6. Section 6 discusses the likely long term impacts of Climate Change- long term doesn'tlook so good - just saying. 7. Recommendation 19.1 for Zone F - Lamberts Beach is to implement erosionmanagement recommendations from the 2017 Alluvium Report. As per previous comment it would be good to provide summary of these recommendations in boxed text or in appendices. 8. Recommendation 30- Legislation and Local Laws- motorbikes are still an issue in theSlade Point Reserve- need some sort of resolution about how to undertake enforcement and compliance of this illegal activity.


Questions at community meeting

• Do you intend to fill in the beach? And how far will it go out?• Is there any provision to prevent further erosion?• Regarding sand, is there an opportunity to get a long-term deal with the Port

Authority to use the sand they dredge?• Longshore drift is an issue and you’re not addressing the real issue – this is a band

aid. Will long shore drift be addressed?• What about sand pumping stations?• Does North QLD Bulk Ports have any responsibility towards this issue?• Is the proposed Swan Street boat ramp an all-tide boat ramp?• Is Swan Street the best location for the boat ramp? Won’t the ramp get washed away

– the sand will get washed out from under it. Perhaps Swallow St Park or end ofSeagull St?

• Who’s designing the boat ramp?• In regard to Zone C, is existing fence being reinstated? Who’s responsible for it and

who will maintain it?• Who is looking after the beach?• What does revegetation mean? Does it mean removing vegetation and replacing it.• Dunal and wetlands area are critical and must coexist. Wetlands have now been

drained through installation of sewage infrastructure. Will council address this? Thereis no longer any fish in there to eat the larvae.

• Green waste such as palm fronds – should they be accepted as something that isnaturally occurring or can council collect it monthly? Residents do dispose of them,but is there another approach? Can collection occur monthly, or perhaps every twomonths?

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