Building a Resilient Coast for the Douglas Shire
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Project Updates
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Funding for Coastal Rehabilitation Works Secured
Council was successful in receiving Queensland Government Reef Assist program funding that will help the Council deliver dune protection and maintenance works within our coastal regions (strategic action 4.1.1). This work aligns with the Coastal Hazard Adaptation Strategy and helps deliver priority actions under Council’s Resilient Coast Strategic Plan. While the project will improve resilience to natural disasters, the improvements will also increase native vegetation, reduce runoff to waters a... -
Implementation Update #1 - June 2020
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Implementation Phase Begins
Resilient Coast Program moves into Implementation Phase The Resilient Coast Strategic Plan 2019-2029 outlines 35 priority actions which will help build the resiliency of the Douglas Shire coastline. In Financial Year 2019/20 Council will pursue the following actions: Identify networks/forums for knowledge sharing (strategic action: 1.2.1) Implement a community stewardship photograph monitoring program (strategic actions: 1.3.1 & 1.3.2) Land use planning considerations (... -
Resilient Coast Strategic Plan Adopted
Douglas Shire Council adopts the Strategic Plan Our Resilient Coast Strategic Plan enables us to be better prepared to reduce the impacts of coastal hazards on our communities, environment, cultural values, infrastructure, liveability and services. The Strategic Plan was designed in collaboration with the Douglas Communities and stakeholders and recommends 35 priority actions over the coming 10 years. CLICK HERE to view the Strategic Plan -
Draft Strategic Plan - Your Comments
Thank You for Your Comments on the Draft Strategic Plan The Team would like to thank all individuals, groups and stakeholders who have contributed to the Plan by making a submission. Based on your feedback final revisions are now being made. CLICK HERE for more information -
Draft Strategic Plan Now Available
Have Your Say on the Draft Strategic Plan A draft version of the Resilient Coast Strategic Plan has now been released. Have your say by making a submission through the 'Make Your Submission Here' portal. The deadline for submissions is Sunday 21 April 2019. Resilient Coast Strategic Plan (draft) available HERE -
Project Update #11 - December 2018
Results in from the Second Resilient Coast Survey According to our survey over 80% of respondents have a general or good to very good awareness of coastal hazard adaptation options. 50% of respondents also told us that they visit their local beach more than 2-3 times per week, usually for exercise. CLICK HERE for more information. -
Project Update #10 - November 2018
Douglas Shire Resilient Coast Strategy Almost Complete The Resilient Coast Team are in the final stages of preparing a draft Douglas Shire Resilient Coast Strategic Plan. The strategy will be available for public comment in early 2019. CLICK HERE for more information -
Project Update #9 - October 2018
Second round of workshops now complete The Resilient Coast project team hit the road between 30 October - 1 November hosting a number of community and stakeholder workshops in Cape Tribulation, Mossman and Port Douglas. CLICK HERE for more information -
Project Update #8 - September 2018
Online map tool now available A new interactive map is now available on the Resilient Coast website. Select a location, provide a comment or comment on other's posts about coastal concerns and ideas for a Resilient Coast. CLICK HERE for more information -
Project Update #7 - August 2018
Community Workshop Planning Underway The project team are currently preparing for the second round of adaptation community workshops due to take place on 31 October and 1 November in Cape Tribulation, Mossman and Port Douglas. CLICK HERE for more information -
Project Update #6 - July 2018
Douglas Shire Leading Coastal Adaptation Douglas Shire Council is now leading coastal hazard adaptation planning in Queensland, as the first council to have commenced Phase 6-8 of a Coastal Hazard Adaptation Strategy. CLICK HERE for more information -
Project Update #5 - June 2018
Phase 4 Complete and the Survey Results are in The project team have completed Phase 4, which involved identifying key assets potentially impacted by future coastal hazards. The May 2018 Resilient Coast survey results have also been compiled and over 100 responses were received. CLICK HERE for more information -
Douglas Shire's Coastal Story
It's not just about the science, it's about the people During the Resilient Coast Community Workshops we asked the Douglas Communities 'what has shaped the Douglas Shire coastline?'. Cyclones, World Heritage Status and the Airline Pilots Strike were among the events mentioned. Thank you to everyone who contributed to Douglas Shire's Coastal Story. Douglas Shire's Coastal Story: CLICK HERE -
Project Update #4 - May 2018
Round One of the Resilient Coast Workshops complete The project team have been speaking with the Douglas Communities and various stakeholder groups, building a shared understanding of values and a vision for a Resilient Coast. CLICK HERE for more information -
Project Update #3 - April 2018
Phase Three now complete The project team has completed Phase Three and the updated coastal hazard maps will be available to view at one of four Community Information Sessions held on 8-9 May 2018. Work has commenced on Phase Four which involves mapping coastal hazards, such as infrastructure, land-use and natural assets. CLICK HERE for more information -
Project Update #2 - March 2018
Assessment of Coastal Processes and Hazards The project team has completed a review of historical imagery and detailed modeling to assess erosion potential along the coastline. The updated assessments improve our understanding of the areas likely to be impacted by coastal hazards, both now, and into the future up to 2100. The Stakeholder Advisory Group (SAG), chaired by Mayor Julia Leu, met for the first time on the 2 March 2018. The group were introduced to the project team, and briefed o... -
Project Update #1 - February 2018
What is a Coastal Hazard Adaptation Strategy? Douglas Shire Council has commenced the development of a Coastal Hazard Adaptation Strategy (CHAS). The CHAS will be used to inform future decisions regarding the protection and management of our coast and foreshore. This will guide future land use planning, as well as guide the management of public utilities and facilities, and areas of environmental and cultural significance. It will be a transparent process that will involve engagement with the...Attached Document : What is a Coastal Hazard Adaptation Strategy.pdf
