Pressure is mounting on the Allan Government to end unnecessary delays and release the final Cape to Cape Resilience Plan.
In state parliament The Nationals’ Melina Bath called on the Allan Labor Government to end years of delay and deliver the urgent plan it promised six years ago.
“The Cape to Cape Resilience Plan should have been finalised in 2023, but Labor keeps kicking the tin down the road.
“Three years on from receiving a $3.3 million grant, critical mitigation works remain at a virtual standstill while the risk increases with each storm and high tide.
“The plan is finished and there’s no excuse for further delay – residents expect it to reflect their strong feedback to avoid retreat as an acceptable option.
“There is no excuse for Labor not to deliver refinements after failing to reflect community views on coastal erosion mitigation strategies for Inverloch.
“Locals are deeply frustrated at the lack of urgency as rapid coastal erosion continues to threaten infrastructure and homes.”
Ms Bath said many residents are cynical that the Allan Government will quietly release the final Cape to Cape Resilience Plan during the busy holiday period to avoid scrutiny.
“Despite knowing the dire consequences of coastal erosion in Inverloch, the Allan Government’s continued delays are a significant stress for residents.
“In 2022 the Allan Government listed this project as urgent – Bass Coast residents need certainty, action and a workable plan that offers better protection for the coastline, their town and homes.”
