The coastal strip from Shelly Beach to Moffat Beach is a

favourite spot for many of us.


Overview

A detailed study of the coastal strip from the southern end of Shelly Beach northward to Tooway Lake is underway. This stretch of coast includes Shelly Beach, Moffat Headland, and Moffat Beach. The investigation seeks to better understand community perspectives on what is valued about this section of coastline and the challenges and opportunities associated with its management. The findings of this investigation will help ensure the future management of the area achieves the right balance for our residents, our wildlife and our coastal biodiversity in the future.


Project background

Between 2021 and 2022 Council undertook a detailed study of the coastal strip from the southern end of Shelly Beach northward to Tooway Lake is underway. This stretch of coast includes Shelly Beach, Moffat Headland, and Moffat Beach.

Phase 1 of the project process established a clear understanding of shared community values and place priorities and helped clarify key opportunities and issues affecting the amenity, enjoyment, and ecological values of the area.

Phases two and three of the project established a series of spatially applied actions to guide council and community activity in the study area in response to these values. Key stakeholder groups and the broader community were invited to attend an exhibition style presentation of these key directions. Council received 135 online submissions and the exhibition was attended by close to 100 people.

Feedback from the community was well considered, with significant advice and information provided in response to the proposed directions documented in the panels.


Next Steps - Community Information Sessions

Thank you to those interested members of the community who have expressed an interest and registered for the advertised Shelly Beach to Moffat Beach Coastal Study - Project Information Session – Saturday 4 March 2023.

In parallel to the registrations received, the project team has received a number of communications advising inability to attend on 4 March, and the desire for some more geographically focused presentations on the outcomes of the Study. For the Moffat Beach area within the Study Area, there is also strong interest in receiving updates on the status of reconstruction of the Moffat Beach seawall that collapsed during the February 2022 flooding event.

We have heard this feedback and are committed to ensuring that as many interested stakeholders are provided the opportunity to attend and receive the detailed briefings on the project outcomes and directions for the entire study area, but also for more specific areas of interest within the study area.

Taking this into consideration, the decision has been made to cancel the advertised Saturday 4 March 2023 information session.

The Project Information Sessions have now been rescheduled with multiple Project Information Sessions to be held Wednesday 19, Friday 21, and Saturday 22 April 2023.

These new dates provide extended notice for the information sessions, avoid the Easter School Holidays (1 to 16 April 2023), and will allow for more targeted presentations.

Further communications will be provided to confirm, but we will be working towards the following:

  • Wednesday 19 April – Shelly Beach to Moffat Beach Coastal Study - Project Information Session (with a focus on Shelly Beach)
  • Friday 21 April - Shelly Beach to Moffat Beach Coastal Study (with a focus on Moffat Beach and Moffat Headland, including George Watson Park)
  • Saturday 22 April - Shelly Beach to Moffat Beach Coastal Study (General Display of project outcomes or all areas of the Coastal Study)

We apologise for any inconvenience this rescheduling of dates may provide. Registration details will be available soon.

Information will continue to be made available on this ‘Have Your Say’ project webpage.


More Information

For more information please email shellytomoffatstudy@sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au


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Project support

The Shelly Beach to Moffat Beach Coastal Study is being supported as required by engagement and technical specialists.

Urban Enquiry is the office of Cathryn Chatburn — a leading urban designer with 29 years’ experience managing design teams and advancing the expertise of in-house personnel, crafting policy, and facilitating the engagement and input of diverse stakeholders to shape strategies for places that seek to deliver positive environmental, social and economic outcomes.

Her contribution to the country’s built environment spans the nation’s capital, New South Wales, Queensland and Western Australia.