Redland City Council has finished a canoe and kayak-launching pontoon at Raby Bay Esplanade Park, Ormiston.
Mayor Karen Williams said the $600,000 pontoon opened today would cement Redlands Coast as the region’s premier canoe and kayaking destination.
“This new bespoke Disability Discrimination Act-compliant pontoon will be the premier facility among 58 canoe launching points already identified along over 300 kilometres of Redlands Coast,” Cr Williams said.
“The completed pontoon work includes new pathway connection and lighting.
“Work will now be undertaken in coming weeks to connect the wash-down plumbing and construct a concrete pad and rail to allow users to secure their canoe trolleys while on the water.”
First identified in the master planning for Raby Bay Esplanade Park, design and construction of the facility was managed by council, after stakeholder consultation to ensure it would meet community and user requirements.
Cr Wendy Boglary said the facility provided safe access to protected waters which were perfect for seacraft exploration.
“Ormiston and Wellington Point are hosts to diverse natural habitats and the new pontoon will make it easier for kayakers and canoeists to get up close and personal with dolphins, dugongs, sea turtles and sea birds,” Cr Boglary said.
“This is a fabulous addition and part of council’s ongoing commitment to enhancing recreational facilities across Redlands Coast.”
Further information can be found at visitredlandscoast.com.au/see-do/little-adventures/coastal-adventures/kayaking-and-canoeing·
