Works to seawall at Altona foreshore

Published on 06 November 2025

The Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) will be doing remediation works this month to address erosion to the base of the seawall at Altona foreshore.

These works aim to stabilise and protect the existing seawall and foreshore area from further erosion and structural damage.

Why are the works taking place?

Engineering inspections identified significant erosion and undercutting along sections of the seawall due to redirected creek flows and storm activity. The works are required to prevent further damage and ensure the area remains safe for the community.

What’s happening?

Contractors will start works from Monday 17 November 2025 and are expected to be completed within 10 business days, subject to weather and tidal conditions.

The works will involve reshaping eroded sections of the foreshore, constructing a short training wall to redirect creek flows away from the seawall, and reinstating the foreshore using sand sourced on site.

These measures will help protect nearby public assets, including the Bay Trail and Esplanade.

What to expect:

• Machinery and materials will be located on Crown land along the Altona Foreshore opposite G.H. Ransom Reserve Playground.
• Truck movement via The Esplanade, opposite G.H. Ransom Reserve Playground, to deliver and relocate sand during the works period.
• Sections of the Bay Trail will be reduced to a single lane alongside the construction area to allow safe access for machinery and vehicles.
• Access to the foreshore area directly in front of the works site will be closed during construction for public safety.
• Noise and vehicle movements will occur during standard working hours (weekdays between 7am and 6pm).
• The contractor will make every effort to minimise disruption and reinstate all areas affected by the works upon completion.

If you would like more information on this project, please contact DEECA’s coastal protection and asset management team on 136 186.