Council is investigating the vandalism of a fence along the foreshore at Greenwell Point.
Staff were informed on Monday that a new fence erected between the boat ramp and the jetty, east of Greenwell Point Road, had been damaged.
The fence has been installed by Council as part of a suite of measures to address erosion of the foreshore over the long term.
The area was identified as a priority for bank protection works during the detailed studies in Stage 2 of the Coastal Management Program for the Lower Shoalhaven River.
Council will use a combination of low-lying ground covers and shrubs to help stabilise the bank along the foreshore.
This industry-funded project has included fencing erected to protect the revegetation and formalise pedestrian access ways to reduce the impact of foot traffic through the area.
Council has also constructed viewing areas and foreshore access points along the newly fenced area to achieve a balance between environmental resilience and social amenity.
Coastal hazards such as erosion and beach recession, are projected to increase over time with ongoing sea level rise and climate change.
Maintaining a well vegetated foreshore is important for coastal protection as the flora helps to stabilise sediment through its roots systems.
Council’s approach to coastal revegetation and fencing is informed by state guidelines, including the NSW Dune Management Manual, which is considered a reference point for best practice coastal management.
Council contractors will work to repair the damaged fence. Mulch will be spread at the site on Tuesday with planting to occur in the coming days.
To report vandalism or to offer information to assist with the investigation, contact Council on 1300 293 111.
Photo credit: Gwenn Munz
