Funding to reduce rock falls

Work to reduce rock falls at Blackwall Mountain will receive Federal Government funding, according to the Member for Robertson, Mr Jim Lloyd

The Federal Government has also provided $225,000 in funding for work on Patonga Dr and Pearl Beach Dr.

Mr Lloyd said he had been contacted by a number of local residents, raising concerns over the number of rock falls on both Patonga Dr and Pearl Beach Dr.

He said he had investigated ways in which the Australian Government could assist.

"I am pleased to announce that $225,000 has been allocated towards remedial works for Patonga and Pearl Beach Drives."

Mr Lloyd said funding had been allocated from the Australian Government's Natural Disaster Mitigation Program.

He said that the "essential works" would reduce the risk of damage to people and property.

"Blackwall Mountain, Patonga Dr and Pearl Beach Dr have all recorded rock falls that have damaged paved areas and at times threatened to close roads," Mr Lloyd said.

"At some sites, loose rock will be bolted or anchored to stop slippage onto homes and cars, at other sites catch barriers will be installed to reduce the risk of damage."

Press release, 26 Sep 2007 Jim Lloyd, Member for Robertson