Upgrades to the Pelican Boardwalk, Forster will commence in late May, providing a longer-lasting solution to the aging boardwalk.
Construction is scheduled to begin Monday 23 May, weather permitting and will occur in two stages. Each stage will take approximately two weeks to complete. A section of the boardwalk will be closed to the public during each stage of works.
The Pelican Boardwalk forms part of the scenic Forster Tuncurry Foreshore Walk. The existing timber work on the boardwalk is deteriorating with age. A new longer lasting fibre-reinforced product (Envirowalk Grate sheet decking) will replace the aged timber decking.
“The Pelican Boardwalk is the perfect place to take a stroll and enjoy the magnificent views of Wallis Lake,” said Council’s Executive Manager of Community Spaces, Dan Aldridge.
“It offers plenty of seating, features artwork recognising our local Aboriginal heritage and hosts a pontoon for boaties and swimmers to enter the waters. It is a place we want people to enjoy for many years to come,” he said.
Pedestrians and traffic on Memorial Drive are asked to exercise caution and remain alert to trucks and tradesmen entering the work site during construction.
The boardwalk upgrade is possible thanks to funding provided by Local Roads, Community and Infrastructure grants.
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