A new ramp at Sandon Point Surf Life Saving Club, in Wollongong NSW, was constructed using recycled-plastic capping, Enduroplank™ decking and a composite fibre sub-structure. The ramp meets the Australian Standards for up to a two-tonne load rating and will be used for light vehicle traffic and small yacht trailers to access the beach along with other beach goers. 

Refurbishment works along the Shoalwater Foreshore Reserve, in WA, include access paths made from recycled-plastic decking. The project, overseen by the City of Rockingham, replaced ageing timber walkways and access points to ensure the structure fits comfortably with the fragile dune environment as well as being aesthetically pleasing.

City of Rockingham Mayor, Barry Sammels said, ‘This has become a popular spot for both local people and for visitors so it is important to have well designed well-constructed access and viewing areas that are both safe and visibly pleasing.

‘While being completed at a relatively modest cost, we are grateful to Coast West for supporting the project. It is also important that we ensure the coastal dunes are vegetated and protected from the growing number of people who access this part of the coast.’

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The stunning coastline along Lennox Head is very popular with surfers, yet access to the beach was difficult. The steep gradient of a slippery dirt track from the car park to the beach, proved a safety hazard for users. The resultant erosion of the soil not only made the path difficult to navigate, resulting in many accidents, but was also detrimental to the surrounding flora and fauna. Ballina Shire Council chose to install a 100-metre composite fibre and Enduroplank™ staircase and boardwalk running from the car park to the water’s edge. This solution was so successful two more stages of boardwalk were installed along the headland offering visitors fantastic views north to Byron Bay Lighthouse.

Visit our website for more information on the Lennox Head installation.

Make a splash at your favourite beach with this unique recycled-plastic shower that will not rot, crack, split or ever need painting. Made from plastic waste that would otherwise have gone to landfill, this shower will not only keep you clean, but also helps clean up the planet.

After installing a range of furniture along the coast and a new beach access at Evans Head Surf Club, NSW, Graeme Robertson from Richmond Valley Council says, ‘Replas is now the first place we look to find products to suit our needs’. Adding that he, ‘would recommend other Councils to look at the products. ‘It was an extreme marine environment and the Replas product was the only one which fitted the bill. No rust, no degradation of material, easily maintained, good environmental footprint.’ Graeme Robertson, Assests – Administrator, Richmond Valley Council.

Previously, hardwood board and chain systems were used to maintain access and offer traction to service vehicles at Cronulla beach, NSW. However, as timber is subject to breaking and splintering it created an OHS issue for users. Enduroplank™ was chosen to provide a safer, more durable solution. ‘User safety was increased as the Enduroplank™ product has far more flex than the timber hardwood alternative meaning no splintering or snapping.’ Kurt Laboyrie | Operations Manager, Cronulla Coastal Management Centre.

As many of us head to the beach these holidays spare a thought for our poor coastline as it has to cope with thousands of hot little feet throughout the summer. Like many popular beaches, One Mile Beach in Forster, NSW had an issue of pedestrian related erosion. A new boardwalk installed by Great Lakes Council has provided an innovative solution to this common problem.

The council chose recycled-plastic Enduromesh as they wanted a surface where the sand could easily wash away. Andrew Staniland, Parks Natural Assets Officer at the council said their decision was, ‘based on the cost comparison to normal building materials and the limited maintenance,’ adding, ‘with the majority of users being bare foot on this high use facility, the inert compounds (chemicals and make up of product) provided peace of mind’.

To make the project cost-effective a treated pine support structure was used. However, composite fibre beams were used underneath a beach shower as they will last longer in wet conditions.

Bermagui, in NSW, has two excellent tide-filled swimming pools set among the rocks—one for adults and one for children, known collectively as 'The Blue Pool'. Apart from safety and fresh salt-water, The Blue Pool also offers spectacular views of the coast.

The original staircase was very steep with uneven treads and risers and subject to weed and algal growth which presented a slip hazard to users. To overcome this problem Bega Valley Shire Council decided to fix Enduroplank™ to the top of the concrete step treads, providing greater traction. David Buckley from the council says, ‘the plastic material has proved both less prone to weed growth and much easier to remove any growth that does occur’.

There was only one small picnic table setting servicing the entire pool—an early Replas setting— which David said ‘had withstood the environment extremely well’. This was replaced with four matching Kookaburra picnic tables and bench seats.

Also replaced were the old timber slab bench seats which were narrow, deteriorating and required regular maintenance. Recycled-plastic Kookaburra bench seats now complete the picture.

'The Blue Pool at Bega, NSW, is situated on the ocean foreshore and is subject to extremes of coastal weather and coastal action. We were therefore looking for a material that would withstand these conditions in the long term and require minimal maintenance. We also wanted a product that was functional and stylish. The Replas suite of products met all these requirements.’

David Buckley Federal Infrastructure Projects Project Coordinator, BVSC.

The timber boat ramp at Queensland's Woodgate Beach had deteriorated so badly it needed urgent replacing, something the local council had not budgeted for. As the original wooden support structure was in reasonable condition, the council decided to cut costs by placing our Enduroplank™ decking directly over the timber base, creating a new smooth surface that vehicles can safely drive over to launch their boats.

Recycled plastic will easily outlast wood in these harsh conditions: in another ten years, when the wooden support structure has reached the end of its life, the Enduroplanks™ will be as good as new.

Located just off Davey's Bay Road in Mount Eliza, this jetty faces north and features a fantastic view of the city of Melbourne on the opposite side of Port Philip Bay. The Davey's Bay Yacht Club members chose Enduroplank™ decking to update the jetty, as the recycled plastic is perfect for extreme coastal conditions.

Whilst the old wooden planks needed replacing every five years, the Enduroplanks™ will show no signs of wear after ten years.