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Mentone Beach facelift in time for summer
Friday, 02 December 2011
Minister for Water Peter Walsh said Mentone Beach visitors would enjoy a more attractive waterfront this summer following the removal of three stormwater pipes from the foreshore.
"Kingston City Council's drains at Charman Road, Sea Parade and Mundy Street have been removed and stormwater is now diverted to a single outlet on Marina Road, which is managed by Melbourne Water," Mr Walsh said.
"Locals and visitors can enjoy a more attractive beach, better access to the foreshore and greater amenity for swimmers."
On-site today to celebrate the completion of the works, Member for Sandringham Murray Thompson said the project was a win for the community.
"This is a great day for the community and Kingston City Council who have campaigned for several years for the drains to be removed," Mr Thompson said.
"Three stormwater drains have been removed from the western end of Mentone beach with stormwater now being diverted to a single outlet.
"I applaud Melbourne Water and the council for listening to local residents and producing an outcome that benefits everyone."
Melbourne Water regional delivery manager (south-east) Rod Clifford said the remaining drain had been upgraded to receive additional stormwater, and the design reflected the wishes of the community.
"The outlet has been designed to withstand erosion and blend into the beach environment as much as possible," Mr Clifford said.
"A gross pollutant trap has also been installed in response to community calls. This will stop pollutants such as cans, cigarette butts, paper and silt from flowing into the bay."
The Marina Road drain upgrade was undertaken by Melbourne Water's Pipelines Alliance – a partnership between Melbourne Water, Fulton Hogan, Jaydo, and GHD.
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