Update 15 May 2024

The City applied for funding assistance under the State Government 2023 Coastal Management Plan Assistance Programme (CMPAP) and received a $150,000 grant. The funding will assist the implementation of a key recommendation of the CHRMAP being the development of an integrated coastal erosion protection strategy for a section of the Geographe Bay coastline in Marybrook/Siesta Park.

The project has commenced with the engagement of Westpeak Engineering to undertake the scope of works for the project and the establishment of a Steering Group which includes the following representation –

• City of Busselton
• Geographe Bay Coastal Action Group
• Department of Transport
• Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage
• Water Corporation
• Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions

A Community and Stakeholder Engagement Plan has been prepared and consultation with landowners, stakeholders and the broader community will occur during the project duration. Further updates on consultation will be provided as the project progresses.

The project is to be completed by September 2025.