South Thomson Development Barge Landing Project

Closes 5 Sep 2024

Opened 30 Aug 2024

Overview

The Proposal is to extend and redevelop the existing Army Groyne into a barge operations facility in South Thomson Bay at Wadjemup / Rottnest Island. The Proposal includes:

  • Dredging for the purpose of construction for a breakwater/laydown area and for a barge turning circle.
  • Use of dredge spoil for re-use as reclamation to create a laydown area.
  • Extension of the existing Army Groyne to create a breakwater.
  • Barge landing ramp.
  • Ferry berth.
  • Small craft landing facility.
  • Fuel storage and refuelling facility.
  • Onshore storage shed.
  • Upgrade to the onshore access road.
  • Utility service connections (water, power, communications).

Why your views matter

At this initial stage of the EIA process, comment is simply sought on whether or not the EPA should assess a proposal and, if so, what level of assessment is considered appropriate.

Areas

  • All of Western Australia

Audiences

  • Public

Interests

  • Seven-day comment on referrals