Bribie Island breakthrough review springs into action
- Crisafulli Government releases Terms of Reference for Bribie Island breakthrough review.
- Global leaders in coastal engineering to lead review into immediate and long-term solutions to Bribie Island erosion.
- Scope of review prioritises public consultation with local community and key stakeholders.
The Crisafulli Government has commenced its review of the Bribie Island breakthrough, with the appointment of an expert independent reviewer and the release of the Terms of Reference.
The independent review will be led by coastal engineering experts RPS and International Coastal Management (ICM), and will have a strong focus on public consultation with the local community to ensure their concerns are heard.
The reviewers will provide the Government with immediate solutions to mitigate the current erosion and will also be tasked with recommending long term solutions to address the complex issues surrounding the Bribie Island breakthrough and local impacts.
Deputy Premier and Minister for State Development, Infrastructure and Planning Jarrod Bleijie said securing experts with international experience in this field was a key step in getting the review underway.
"The former Labor Government failed to take action to address the breakthrough, despite locals raising ongoing concerns with impacts worsening," Deputy Premier Bleijie said.
"Labor's approach was to sit back and tell locals that nothing could be done.
"Ongoing erosion continues to affect Bribie Island and the broader Caloundra community, which is why the Crisafulli Government is responding.
"Both RPS and ICM bring a wealth of knowledge in coastal engineering that will be critical in identifying both immediate actions and long-term solutions to address community concerns.
"Community consultation will ensure the review is locally informed, providing an evidence-based platform to enable the voices and views of locals and key stakeholders."
Member for Caloundra Kendall Morton praised the efforts of local residents for raising this important issue with the Government.
"The Crisafulli Government has heard the concerns of the community and we are taking swift action," Ms Morton said.
"This is a big issue in our community, and I urge locals to come forward and work with us on the current impacts and potential solutions.
"This collaborative approach demonstrates the Crisafulli Government's resolve to work closely with the people affected.
"I look forward to the experts' insights and solutions that will help preserve the lifestyle enjoyed by locals in Golden Beach and the surrounding community.
"The Crisafulli Government has a laser-like focus to deliver action and find solutions."
The Review Terms of Reference are available on the Queensland Government website with the project to be finalised by the end of August 2025.
