Australind jetty
A local school and charity groups are being gifted old timber from the refurbishment of the Australind Jetty in WA, so they can be used for projects that will benefit the wider community. Source: Timberbiz
Jetty timber that has been made available for re-purposing includes the materials used for stringers, decking, kerbing and handrails.
The jetty timber used in these components will be distributed to Eaton Primary School, Leschenault Men’s Shed, Brunswick Men’s Shed and the Shire of Harvey. Eaton Primary School will use the timber for vegetable gardens in an area that is made from 100% recycled and repurposed material.
Stage One of the Australind Jetty refurbishment is also now complete, with the boardwalk kerbing and handrails installed. Installation of the boardwalk entrance ramp for wheelchair access is planned for the end of June.
Stage Two of the Australind Jetty refurbishment will include repairs to the foot bridges, the removal and installation of concrete sleaves below the water level, replacement of steel spans beams, replenishment of rock armour under the footbridges and abutments, and the fill and compaction of eroded sections of the sand groyne pathways.
Ventia is leading the refurbishment of the Australind Jetty, with Department of Transport now managing the refurbishment project.
It is anticipated that Stage Two works will be completed by December 2023, so the jetty can once again be cherished by the local community as a valued recreational asset in the Leschenault Estuary (Derbal Elaap).
