Wellington Point land slip remediation | Redland City Council

Wellington Point land slip remediation

Project Background

Redland City Council has effectively repaired damage from a landslip on the eastern side of Esplanade at Wellington Point.

During this project we have worked with skilled engineers and overcome design challenges to rehabilitate the site.

Moving forward, we're planning to reconnect the walk to the Wellington Point Reserve Parklands.

This extensive reconstruction project was prompted by severe weather in February 2022, and our dedicated team has diligently navigated through various challenges.

We appreciate your patience and support during this restoration process.

If you have feedback and suggestions regarding this project, please email cigbusinesssupport@redland.qld.gov.au.

Project Updates

The walkway sections extending from The Esplanade in Wellington Point have re-opened, creating a looped walking track to the lookout over the Ramsar wetland. This reopening not only offers a wonderful recreational opportunity but also showcases our environment's natural beauty. Stairs have also been refurbished to provide better and safer access to the lookout point, enhancing the overall experience for visitors.

For the safety of all visitors, barriers and signage have been strategically placed just beyond the lookout to prevent access to the landslip area. Community safety is our top priority, and these measures aim to protect both the public and the landscape's integrity.

Map of Wellington Point landslip 

Wellington Point Landslip Map

Ramsar Wetlands

Wetlands play a crucial role in supporting biodiversity, maintaining water quality, and mitigating flooding. Recognising their importance, Council is firmly committed to protecting these valuable ecosystems. As a result, the scope of our works may be impacted to ensure minimal disturbance to the environment. 

Work we've done

Past works prioritise safety, showcasing the Council's proactive collaboration with a Civil Engineering firm to fortify embankment stability, underscoring our commitment to community safety and infrastructure integrity. Here's an overview of what has been achieved so far:

  • A Civil Engineering firm designed and constructed a series of anchors, each bored six meters into the embankment.
  • Threaded rods were inserted and securely grouted in place to maximise security and stability.
  • Mesh covers the entire site, firmly fixed to the anchors to provide additional reinforcement.
  • These enhancements were successfully completed in October 2023, marking a significant milestone in fortifying the embankment's stability and security.
  • Re-opneing of the a looped walking track to the lookout over the Ramsar wetland.

Mesh laid across the surface, an anchor can be seen bottom left of the image.
Above: Mesh laid across the surface, an anchor can be seen bottom left of the image.

Current situation and future plans

Council is continuing to investigate the options for reconnecting the Esplanade, connecting to the existing concrete footpath to Wellington Point and will continue to update the community as information becomes available.

While we investigate, we have reopened the track for a natural bush walk loop, as a contained loop without crossing the slip. Signage mark's the route, which begins and ends on the Esplanade.

Mesh laid at wellington point landslip
Above: Mesh laid across the surface to provide additional reinforcement.

Re-opened viewing platform
Above: Re-opened viewing platform.

⚠️ For your safety ⚠️ 

 
Please do not attempt to go around the barrier at the bottom of the loop as this area is unstable, and there is a risk of asbestos. Asbestos presence is typical on worksites, and to ensure safety, appropriate signage will be placed in the designated area to clearly indicate the potential hazard.

Next steps

Moving forward Council aims to:

  • Implement measures to better manage traffic and parking along the Esplanade with additional No Through Road and Shared Road signage.
  • Carefully assess concerns raised by community members and other stakeholders.
  • Continually assess the stability of the slope.
  • Investigate the options for the location of the reinstatement of the walkway considering the many constraints of the site.
  • Consider value for money for the whole community against construction requirements, safety considerations and environmental constraints to make informed decisions.

Frequently asked questions

We prioritise community safety, in particular the safety of motorists and pedestrians and their well-being. Therefore, considering the steep embankment, it's unsafe to remove the fencing currently.

Safety fence that exists along the Esplanade.

Safety fence that exists along the Esplanade.

Council understands the challenges surrounding traffic and parking on the Esplanade, and we're committed to finding solutions. To better manage traffic flow, Council is proposing the installation of several road signs:

1. Informative Signs: Clarifying that the Esplanade is a no-through road, ensuring motorists are aware of the road's limitations.

2. Directional Signs: Introducing blue directional signs on Main Road to guide motorists to Wellington Point Reserve, improving navigation.

3. Safety Measures: Installing signage indicating "No vehicle turning area past this point" to enhance safety for pedestrians and motorists alike. 

4. Walkway Guidance: Displaying signage showing the route of the walking track, facilitating ease of access and enhancing the overall experience for visitors.

Through these initiatives, we aim to create a safer and more convenient environment for everyone traveling along the Esplanade.

Existing steep slope below the safety fence

Existing steep slope below the safety fence