The Esplanade Foreshore

The Esplanade Foreshore Stabilisation and Landscaping Works

The City is undertaking works to restore the riverbank and enhance the surrounding open space at The Esplanade foreshore in Ascot.

Natural erosion has resulted in deterioration of the riverbank, existing trees and fridge sedge vegetation along the 200m strip of foreshore. Stabilisation works are required to restore the riverbank and protect it into the future.

The works will also include landscaping and installation of new amenities to create a vibrant, natural space for our community to enjoy.

The project aims to maintain The Esplanade's primary purpose and improve upon its existing functionality by creating safe, accessible, and sustainable riverbanks and accessways.

Project Scope

The riverbank stabilisation works include maintenance of the existing gabion wall and retaining wall, installation of a rock revetment along the foreshore strip, and addition of a brush mattress.

The works will also include upgrades to existing stormwater facilities, plus installation of a viewing deck, walkways and extensive revegetation.

Project Timeline

Timeline item 1 - complete

Works contract out for tender

Once the detailed design development and documentation is complete, the City will issue a tender to procure a construction contractor for the project.
Timeline item 2 - complete

Tender awarded by Council

The construction contract for tender was awarded to Natural Areas Holdings Pty Ltd by Council at the 21 November 2023 Ordinary Council Meeting.
Timeline item 3 - active

Site Preparation and Approvals

The City and construction contractor, Natural Areas Holdings Pty Ltd are preparing construction management and approval documentation to ready the site for works.
As part of this process, a Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) must be submitted and approved by the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions.
In November, the design documentation was amended to remove the fishing platform, requiring review of approval documentation.
Timeline item 4 - incomplete

Works commence

Following approval of all required documentation and site preparation, works can commence on site.
Due to the risks of storm surging and tidal damage, works are unable to take place during winter months.
The proposed date of construction works are currently being explored.
Timeline item 5 - incomplete

Works complete

On-site works are scheduled to be completed in March 2025.
Update on the progress of works and anticipated completion date will be provided as the project progresses.

Project Updates

Have questions?

Have questions or want to learn more about a project, contact us below:

Name	City Projects Team
Phone	(08) 9477 7222
Email	belmont@belmont.wa.gov.au

Phone	(08) 9477 7222
Email	belmont@belmont.wa.gov.au
In writing	215 Wright Street, Cloverdale WA 6105

(08) 9477 7222

belmont@belmont.wa.gov.au

215 Wright Street,
Cloverdale WA 6105

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The Esplanade Foreshore Stabilisation and Landscaping Works