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Shaws Bay Update Shaws Bay looks better than ever Have you been to Shaws Bay recently? If so, you would have noticed quite a few improvements to the popular and iconic recreation area. The team have been working hard and have completed a range of works along the Western foreshore, including: • New formalised parking • Accessible access ramp • A variety of new seating options • Improved stormwater quality and discharge point • New shower facilities • Improved landscaping and planting of shade trees. Shortly, we will also install new bike racks and two picnic areas with shelters, tables and chairs.
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These works came from a series of actions from the Shaws Bay Coastal Zone Management Plan and have created a safer and more accessible area that will be enjoyed by visitors and locals for years to come.
A seating success There has been a lot of interest in the new Shaws Bay seating, which has been designed, built and installed by dedicated council staff. Not only were they designed and custom built in-house, staff also made the bench seats using recycled timber from the old Teven Bridges. Timber from the old Teven Bridges were also used in the construction of the access ramp. These iconic bridges were built in 1909 and are linked to the natural, cultural and historic landscape of the Richmond River district. The big scrub timbers supported these bridge structures for over 100 years and now our community will enjoy them as they take in the beautiful Shaws Bay scenery.
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THE MAGAZINE OF BALLINA SHIRE COUNCIL
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