Located along the Hastings River foreshore in Port Macquarie, Settlement Point Reserve is a well-used community space for recreation and kayaking that has been significantly affected by flooding and riverbank erosion over the past decade, prompting a major council-led restoration and flood recovery program to improve resilience and restore public access to the riverfront.
Prefabricated FRP access structures installed to provide durable, flood-resilient river access.
CHALLENGES AND Solutions
The site required a resilient access system that could withstand frequent flooding, unstable ground conditions, and ongoing public use.
Flood-resilient FRP design
Performs reliably under repeated inundation and fluctuating river levels.
Ground-adaptive foundations
Screw piles provide stability in soft floodplain soils while minimising ground disturbance.
Safe public access
Non-slip FRP surfaces support safe use for canoe users, pedestrians, and mobility aids.
Long-term durability
A low-maintenance system designed to support reliable public access over the asset’s lifecycle.
