Seaforth Esplanade Redevelopment

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  Public Art Installations

  by GeminiLion, over 5 years ago
  Provide public art installation which tells stories about the local history, environment, community. Get the local community involved where possible. The artworks can be interactive i.e. seating, tables, play equipment, power poles etc.

  Sculpture, murals, street art, interactive art etc

  Provide public art installation which tells stories about the local history, environment, community. Get the local community involved where possible. The artworks can be interactive i.e. seating, tables, play equipment, power poles etc.

  Sculpture, murals, street art, interactive art etc
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  Walking and Cycling Track

  by dwatkinsdesigns, over 5 years ago
  I am 4th generation resident just retired. I walk the beach and streets every day.

  Would be great to have a walking track around the EXTERIOR of the Mango trees leading to the already beachfront track.. The shade that these trees provide is certaining amazing especially in summer when exercising can become quite hot.

  I see many older people with wheelie walkers having to walk on the bitumen roads, and young children cycling on the roads as well. A FLAT, SHADED AND SAFE PATHWAY would provide several purposes

  1. Walking

  2. Jogging

  3. Cycling

  4. Wheelchair or aged care walkers... Continue reading

  I am 4th generation resident just retired. I walk the beach and streets every day.

  Would be great to have a walking track around the EXTERIOR of the Mango trees leading to the already beachfront track.. The shade that these trees provide is certaining amazing especially in summer when exercising can become quite hot.

  I see many older people with wheelie walkers having to walk on the bitumen roads, and young children cycling on the roads as well. A FLAT, SHADED AND SAFE PATHWAY would provide several purposes

  1. Walking

  2. Jogging

  3. Cycling

  4. Wheelchair or aged care walkers access

  5. Prams

  6.Dog walking

  7. Stable walking path for markets as well.

  More seating under the Mango trees too.

  Donna
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  Splash Prk

  by Kay Jackson, over 5 years ago
  I am a third generation living in Seaforth my whole life and I would hate to see any removal of the trees especially the mango trees and the coconut tree as they help protect the homes in the area from cyclones and I have been through a few the trees are definitely needed I would love to see a splash park to replace the wading pool maybe couple more barbecue in walk ways from the Caravan Park to the wedding pool enclosure to the Bowls Club and the toilets and bbqs upgraded But definitely against the removal of any trees... Continue reading

  I am a third generation living in Seaforth my whole life and I would hate to see any removal of the trees especially the mango trees and the coconut tree as they help protect the homes in the area from cyclones and I have been through a few the trees are definitely needed I would love to see a splash park to replace the wading pool maybe couple more barbecue in walk ways from the Caravan Park to the wedding pool enclosure to the Bowls Club and the toilets and bbqs upgraded But definitely against the removal of any trees because I don’t think this is necessary at any stage
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  Can not believe you don’t put some power and water sites in the caravan park ??

  by Rpm, over 5 years ago
  Can not believe that you don’t put some power and water sites in the caravan park. A lot more vans would be there all year - not just in winter.

  Can not believe that you don’t put some power and water sites in the caravan park. A lot more vans would be there all year - not just in winter.
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  LEAVE OUR TREES!!!

  by Vynka, over 5 years ago
  Thank you for giving us the opportunity to make a difference and let our voices speak. Seaforth is a very unique seafront location. It is frequented by locals, those of the local community Mackay and district and those from other areas both near and far.

  The most beautiful part of our foreshore is the trees. They are what makes this place what it is. It gives us shade in the heat of summer and a place to sit, have a picnic or just amble through. The trees here not only provide shade for us humans but also give homes to... Continue reading

  Thank you for giving us the opportunity to make a difference and let our voices speak. Seaforth is a very unique seafront location. It is frequented by locals, those of the local community Mackay and district and those from other areas both near and far.

  The most beautiful part of our foreshore is the trees. They are what makes this place what it is. It gives us shade in the heat of summer and a place to sit, have a picnic or just amble through. The trees here not only provide shade for us humans but also give homes to our wildlife of all species.

  Some of these trees are as old as time itself and they show their age by the size and girth of their trunks. They also have great holding properties, in floods and storms, they hold on to the sandy ground and stop erosion.

  So, please leave our trees intact! Trim them if you must but do not cut them down. Also, when we have markets and the people come from miles to walk around, it is the shade of the trees that allow the heat of the day to pass us by.

  So, thank you for reading this, and thank you for considering making our corner of the world greater. I hope we can see things like a bike path meandering through our trees. A lovely modern playground for our children, maybe exercise stations or outdoor gym areas for all of us to embrace fitness, now that would be awesome, ok, thank you for listening and with all my heart I hope you will embrace our suggestions and concerns.

  sincerely yours,

  vynka
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  MAJESTIC HISTORICAL MANGO TREES

  by President Hibiscus Coast Progress and Sports Association, over 5 years ago
  As a committee we have been gathering more and more information from both residents and visitors who attend our Weekly and Mega Markets as well as attending meetings with business owners, Bowls Club and CWA and other associations.

  
  

  The most asked question is - Are they going to get rid of the Mango Trees that have been a Major drawcard to our town . The also have historical value to our town and the ancestry associated with them. They provide not only shade to the Market Stall holders but to all the people who gather and have a picnic, sit... Continue reading

  As a committee we have been gathering more and more information from both residents and visitors who attend our Weekly and Mega Markets as well as attending meetings with business owners, Bowls Club and CWA and other associations.

  
  

  The most asked question is - Are they going to get rid of the Mango Trees that have been a Major drawcard to our town . The also have historical value to our town and the ancestry associated with them. They provide not only shade to the Market Stall holders but to all the people who gather and have a picnic, sit and relax, read a book, have a birthday party and a great area for family gatherings. We have many visitors to our area and they are passionate about retaining our relaxed no fuss lifestyle and the natural beauty of our parks.

  As the markets are our main fund raiser we realise the importance of the Mango Trees in providing not only shade but a unique setting. The current market are is the ideal place for our Markets as it provides the space for the people to walk around and for our Association to invite other clubs and associations to join us. This area is suitable for mums with prams, wheelchairs, and easy for everyone to access.

  During this COVD pandemic the park has been a place where not only locals but people who came here with their parents and now they are parents where able to meet and catch up and relax and feel safe.

  Everyone agrees The Mango Trees are amazingly beautiful and their trunks look life like and have sheltered our homes and business and way of life from many a cyclone and storm.

  Overall the response from everyone we have spoken to is the same.

  As the President of the Association and on the committee for the Seaforth Esplanade Upgrade we are working closely with the Council and hope to have another meeting with them before 6 September.

  
  

  Be proactive and have your say

  Lyn Prince

  President Hibiscus Coast Progress and Sports Association

  
  

  
  

  
  
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  Please Don't OVERDEVELOP Seaforth's natural charm

  by Concerned local resident, over 5 years ago
  By all means improve the toilet facilities. If the wading pool has reached its use by date, then remove it. Seaforth does not need fancy waterplay equipment. Most people come to appreciate the beach and to swim in the enclosure. It is important to keep up maintenance on the enclosure and to keep the reserves mowed regularly. If all these extra facilities are provided it will cost more to maintain when even now the reserves are not always mowed as regularly as they should be and the weed control is not great. We DO NOT WANT TO BE like the... Continue reading

  By all means improve the toilet facilities. If the wading pool has reached its use by date, then remove it. Seaforth does not need fancy waterplay equipment. Most people come to appreciate the beach and to swim in the enclosure. It is important to keep up maintenance on the enclosure and to keep the reserves mowed regularly. If all these extra facilities are provided it will cost more to maintain when even now the reserves are not always mowed as regularly as they should be and the weed control is not great. We DO NOT WANT TO BE like the Sunshine Coast or the Gold Coast. The RELAXING, NATURAL atmosphere is the MOST IMPORTANT attraction of this area.
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  Trees for shade, trees for the beach, trees for the turtles.

  by Queens Park Lover, over 5 years ago
  Please don’t miss the opportunity of improving the gorgeousbeach so it can be used by all, humans and animals like turtles.

  Plant local natives, allow for view framing so we get best of both worlds, vegetation and view. Replace coconuts with some lovely big natives that will protect and shade. Coconuts just cost ratepayers money to maintain.

  
  

  
  

  Please don’t miss the opportunity of improving the gorgeousbeach so it can be used by all, humans and animals like turtles.

  Plant local natives, allow for view framing so we get best of both worlds, vegetation and view. Replace coconuts with some lovely big natives that will protect and shade. Coconuts just cost ratepayers money to maintain.

  
  

  
  
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  Planning Update#3

  by Shero_25, over 5 years ago

  Great work in progress!

  Water play: Having this a nature based structure like Kershaw Gardens (Rockhampton) would stop it taking away from the scenery around.

  Playground: You mention all ages, so I'm hoping that means teenagers as well as a Skate Park would be ideal for them.

  Proposed Event Space: I'm sure you are aware of the drainage issues that this space has.

  Parking: Extra parking on the beach side of the proposed events space would be handy.

  Walkways: Great start but these need to be extended to Seaforth Creek and Finlayson's Point eventually.

  Exercise: Adult exercise equipment in... Continue reading

  Great work in progress!

  Water play: Having this a nature based structure like Kershaw Gardens (Rockhampton) would stop it taking away from the scenery around.

  Playground: You mention all ages, so I'm hoping that means teenagers as well as a Skate Park would be ideal for them.

  Proposed Event Space: I'm sure you are aware of the drainage issues that this space has.

  Parking: Extra parking on the beach side of the proposed events space would be handy.

  Walkways: Great start but these need to be extended to Seaforth Creek and Finlayson's Point eventually.

  Exercise: Adult exercise equipment in the Hub or along walkways would be beneficial.

  Fishing: Fishing poonton would be amazing!

  
  

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  Lighting for nesting sea turtles

  by wayfarer whitings, over 5 years ago

  The proposed developments for the Seaforth area are exciting but please make sure that any lighting infrastructure is turtle friendly. With the lack of dune vegetation along the foreshore there have been problems with hatchlings getting disoriented and heading for the amenities block and into the park. Any lighting (new and old) needs to be looked at and adjustments made to ensure that the nesting and hatching turtles that visit the beach are safe and protected.

  The proposed developments for the Seaforth area are exciting but please make sure that any lighting infrastructure is turtle friendly. With the lack of dune vegetation along the foreshore there have been problems with hatchlings getting disoriented and heading for the amenities block and into the park. Any lighting (new and old) needs to be looked at and adjustments made to ensure that the nesting and hatching turtles that visit the beach are safe and protected.