A scenic section of the Gold Coast Oceanway is now open with the completion of a $3.4 million Tallebudgera Creek Park improvement project.
The 100m boardwalk – which links the Oceanway between Tallebudgera Creek Park and Tallebudgera Beach – has been widened from 2m to 4m and had new support piers, seating, landscaping, tree planting, and extra lighting installed.
As a part of the project about 150m of the Oceanway was widened to 4m to help ensure the safety of all users.
"The Tallebudgera boardwalk and Oceanway is used by thousands of residents and visitors each and these improvements ensures everyone can safely enjoy Tallebudgera Creek Park and the Oceanway," Division 13 Councillor Josh Martin said.
"The refurbishments also saw the installation of a rock wall which will help reduce erosion and protect this cherished natural area.
"The new viewing platform also allows residents and visitors to enjoy the scenic outlook across the creek.
"We are committed to maintaining our parks, protecting the Gold Coast environment, and helping the community experience and connect with nature."
The improvements replace the former boardwalk which had deteriorated to due to the marine environment and required replacement. The newly refurbished boardwalk will require less maintenance, ensuring it remains in use for decades to come.
More than 30 native trees were replanted along the boardwalk as well as 11 new trees which replaced imported species.
The opening of the boardwalk marks the completion of a series of significant investments made by the City in this area which have delivered improvements to Tallebudgera Creek Park including new public amenities, a 'Changing Places' facility for reduced mobility access, upgraded barbecue and picnic areas and improved landscaping.
The boardwalk upgrades were funded through a grant from the Australian Government's Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program, and additional funding from the City of Gold Coast.
The refurbishments are a part of the City's Our Natural City Strategy commitment to improving the community's experience and connection to nature.
