Why is the project being undertaken?
The Safety Bay Shoalwater Master Plan (SBSMP) was finalised and endorsed by Council in December 2019. The master plan divided the foreshore into four separate sectors, with the Safety Bay Foreshore Community Facility being included within Sector Three, Carlisle Street to Bent Street (the Pond Activity Node).
The key vision for this area is to develop community infrastructure that enhances the recreation and tourism opportunities possible through the celebration of The Pond and Tern Island as both a natural feature and a regional destination point.
What are the key elements of the project?
Sector Three will include a mix of community infrastructure including;
- replacement of the current Safety Bay Yacht Club with new community and commercial buildings
- addition of external recreation spaces with reserve improvements such as car parking, footpaths and landscaping.
Will the community be involved in the design?
Yes, there will be consultation with the local community as well as user groups of the site during the design process.
How can I be kept up to date with the project?
Key updates on the project will be provided to the community. If you want to receive these updates, sign in or register for Rock Port, our online community portal, and choose "Safety Bay/Shoalwater Foreshore Revitalisation Masterplan" in the My Interests section.
Will the current Safety Bay Yacht Club be removed?
Yes, the Safety Bay Yacht Club facility is nearing the end of life as an asset. This facility will be replaced with a modernised community facility offering spaces for the key user groups of the current facility and will have the ability to accommodate new users.
Will works be undertaken on the beach and within the water (including works to ‘the Pond’)?
No, all works are focussed on the grassed foreshore area surrounding the existing yacht club facility and the areas stretching from Bent to Carlisle Street. Works towards the beach as identified in the master plan focus on revegetation planting and the possibility of boardwalk access to the beach and potential lookouts.
How will local residents benefit?
Local residents will benefit directly from improved beach access and a precinct that is more pedestrian-friendly and accessible with better amenities. Additionally, residents will have a world-class, vibrant, and family-oriented recreation precinct on their doorstep.
How long will the redevelopment take?
The project design will start in mid-2024. Construction timeframes will be confirmed following Council endorsement of the design.
Will I still be able to use the beach during the project?
Yes, the beach will remain accessible to the public during the project. Areas of the foreshore will be required to be fenced during construction activities, signage will be in place at this time to direct the public around the construction site.
If the answer to your question/s don’t appear above, please contact the City at customer@rockingham.wa.gov.au.