Livingstone Shire (Capricorn Coast) Council:
Livingstone Shire (Capricorn Coast) Council has awarded the tender for the Great Keppel Island Erosion Protection Business Case to maritime-oriented engineering firm BMT, marking an important step toward safeguarding the island’s coastline.
The project will deliver a business case, planning works, technical investigations, and modelling on a range of more permanent options to address erosion risks along Putney and Fisherman’s Beach.
From this business case, a preferred option will be identified and then progressed to full detail design to be shovel ready for construction.
BMT, which previously worked with Council on its Coastal Habitat Adaptation Strategy, will partner with local geotechnical and survey subconsultants to undertake the work.
In parallel, Council has secured $170,170 through the QCoast2100 program, plus a $16,830 Council contribution, to prepare a Shoreline Erosion Management Plan (SEMP) for both beaches.
The SEMP, which will also be prepared by BMT, will complement the business case by identifying long-term adaptation pathways and priority works in line with Queensland Government coastal hazard guidelines.
Interpretive and Wayfinding Signage Project
Two tenders have been awarded for the Great Keppel Island Wayfinding and Interpretative Signage Project.
Danthonia Designs will deliver the manufacturing component, while Trailworx has been appointed to complete installation.
The signage system is currently being printed and is expected to be installed early December 2025.
Council thanks you for your patience during these works and as always, please reach out if you have any questions.
Read Full Media Release here: Tenders Awarded to Progress Key Great Keppel Island Projects
