Pittwater and Warringah Councils in NSW have worked together to link new and existing trails to circumnavigate the foreshores of the Narrabeen Lagoon. This multi-use trail project features a new pedestrian/cyclist bridge which has been constructed using durable recycled-plastic Enduroplank™ decking. The decking not only provides a long lasting solution for the bridge, but has also contributed to a reduction in the amount of plastic going to landfill.

The Mackay Regional Council in Queensland recently commissioned Replas to supply two new composite fibre and Enduroplank™ structures, in order to replace timber bridges that were severely damaged.

These structures were chosen for their ease of installation and long life expectancy – which is up to 75 years on the composite fibre bridge sub-structure.

Next month, a new Enduroplank™ pedestrian and bicycle bridge will open, spanning Merri Creek in Northcote, Victoria. The decision to use recycled plastic was supported by Bicycle Victoria, who stated in their discussion paper Pavement Surface Materials for Bicycle Boardwalks that ‘recycled plastic planking with a grooved profile is preferable to untreated timber, particularly with respect to skid resistance’.

In maintaining a high standard of safety for cyclists, Replas installers Ken and Matt Snow will offset adjacent planks, in order to further reduce the possibility of narrow tyres getting caught in the longitudinal grooves.

When it came to updating Wellington Street in Tasmania’s historic Richmond, the team at Clarence City Council decided to replace rapidly deteriorating timber products with more economic and environmentally‐friendly alternatives.

They chose Enduroplank™ to create a sturdy footbridge that will not crack, rot or splinter, and Replas bollards to promote a green approach to road safety.

Because recycled‐plastic products will last up to three times longer than timber, they are more cost effective in the long run. Furthermore, the slip resistance of the Enduroplanking™ allows pedestrians to walk along Wellington Street safely.

The team at Hackham South Primary School in Adelaide, SA, is committed to playing a part in building an environmentally-sustainable future and has installed plenty of Replas recycled-plastic products over the past few years, including furniture, signage, retaining panels, fitness trails and a bridge. The school has been a big advocate for the use of recycled-plastic alternatives to traditional materials and recently circulated a brochure to the local community promoting the fact that due to its environmentally friendly product choices, it has helped to divert nearly 8500 kilos of waste from landfill.

The City of Casey’s Aquatic and Recreation Centre in Victoria has upgraded their car park to accommodate more visitors. The new design includes garden beds planted with native fauna to enhance the look and feel of the building.

To protect these beds, the council commissioned six swale bridges constructed from Enduroplank™ decking and capping, to allow pedestrians easy access to the centre.

The students at Hackham South Primary School, near Port Noarlunga in South Australia, are delighted with their new School Fit Exersite®. This Exersite® is designed to be used in a class setting by PE teachers, or by others following the easy-to-read instructions on the recycled-plastic signs.

This project also included the installation of a sturdy composite-fibre & Enduroplank™ footbridge, to allow the public easy access to the equipment.

Beachridge Estate at Jurien Bay, Western Australia, is situated 200 kilometres north of Perth on the Turquoise Coast. The area is characterised by majestic beaches and marine ecology, which is why the developers have used unique landscaping techniques to create a coastal living environment.

Replas Enduroplanks™ were selected for the elegant curved boardwalk and footbridge that cross the estate, as its ability to withstand harsh coastal conditions means the application will last for many years to come with little to no maintenance.

Two spectacular Enduroplank™ bridges now link the mainland and island to the water-themed Adventure Park in Geelong, Victoria. Designers chose Enduroplank™ decking for their feature boardwalk and stairs due to its appearance and durability.

Hundreds of bare-footed visitors cross the bridge each day to make their way to the water rides, and the grooved finish of the Enduroplank™ ensures a non-slip surface which doesn’t heat up in the sun, due to airflow movement between raised fins on each plank.

Despite the fact that cars have driven enthusiastically around this track lap after lap, day after day, the surface has not split or cracked and shows no sign of wear.

Victoria’s very first $3.5 million dollar water theme-park is now open!

Adventure Park in Geelong features a recycled-plastic bridge as its point of entry. Designers chose the Enduroplank™ due to its appearance and durability. Other bridges at the complex are also built from the Enduroplank™ material.