NEWS RELEASES
Australia's Shipwreck Coast Master Plan Tourist Attraction Begins Construction
Editor's Note: This news item was retrieved and first published through Parks Victoria's website.
Construction has begun on the Port Campbell Creek Pedestrian Bridge, Stage One of the Shipwreck Coast Master Plan in Australia. The Victorian State Government invested $9.8 million in this year-round connection for the community and tourists between the Port Campbell township and the Discovery Trail, Port Campbell National Park.
According to a press release by Parks Victoria, "The Shipwreck Coast Master Plan is a program to protect the coastline and enhance the visitor experience between Princetown and the Bay of Islands." The bridge has been designed using materials that will withstand the challenging coastal environment, it will have a minimal impact on the environment and will be visually sympathetic to the surrounding landscape. Built with a mix of wood, steel and stainless steel, the bridge will withstand one in 100-year weather events. The landscape will remain the focus of visiting this area, with the ends of the bridge anchored by slender rectangular portals – framing the visitor’s view. The open balustrading allows views of the natural and cultural values of the creek environment.
For the full press release, click here.