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New water access platform and accessible pathway coming soon
We’re constructing a platform that allows safe entry and exit into the water for all paddlers and swimmers. This facility will offer an option for people with reduced mobility to enjoy Manly Dam, by providing safe access to the water's edge and water. The platform will be located at the shoreline of Section 1 Picnic Area adjacent to the playground.
As part of the works, we’re also building a new accessible pathway that will link the new water access platform to the accessible amenities and parking bays. New turf will also be laid to complement the pathway connections.
We exhibited the concept plans from 10 May to 9 June 2024 and heard from 59 community members. Thank you to everyone who contributed feedback during the consultation for this exciting project. The feedback showed strong community support for the proposed water access platform and accessible pathway upgrades, indicating that the plan would enable more people of all abilities to enjoy Manly Dam.
Works will commence in November and continue for approximately 8 weeks. Some areas will be closed during this time, but visitors to the park will still have access to the amenities, playground, and picnic tables.
A Review of Environmental Factors has been prepared to assess and mitigate any potential environmental impacts of the works.
This infrastructure project continues on from recent works on the memorial space and elevated boardwalk with a focus on accessibility upgrades.
Proposed works
What we proposed
We proposed to construct a platform that allows safe entry and exit into the water for all paddlers and swimmers. This facility will offer an option for people with reduced mobility to enjoy Manly Dam, by providing safe access to the water's edge and water. The platform will be located at the shoreline of Section 1 Picnic Area adjacent to the playground.
As part of the works, we also proposed to construct a new accessible pathway that will link the new water access platform to the accessible amenities and parking bays. New turf will also be laid to complement the pathway connections.
A Review of Environmental Factors has been prepared to assess and mitigate any potential environmental impacts of the works.
This infrastructure project continues on from recent works on the memorial space with a focus on accessibility upgrades.
Concept Plan
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acknowledge the Traditional Custodians and their Country on which we
gather today. By these words we show our respect to all Aboriginal
people. We acknowledge Elders past, present and emerging and the spirits
and ancestors of the Clans that lived in this area.
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