176
Potential climate change impacts upon coastal infrastructure include:
x
More frequent storms and higher sea levels will accelerate deterioration of jetties. Semaphore Jetty is
the lowest and most vulnerable.
x
Accelerated corrosion of structures in marinas, jetties.
x
Channel sedimentation causing increased need to dredge navigational channels in Port River and
marinas.
x
Changes in movement of sand, affecting stability of coastal structures.
x
Seawater inundation of marinas.
x
Flood impacts, causing deterioration of pavement and erosion of road reserve.
10.5.7.2. Adelaide Shores
Adelaide Shores at West Beach is a State Government owned enterprise. A description of the Adelaide
Shores Complex is contained in
Table 10.13
below. Refer to
Figure 10.1
.
Table 10.13: Adelaide Shores
Company
Adelaide Shores
Address
Military Road, West Beach.
Jobs
100
Exports
No (other than tourism exports)
Building Valuation
Not available
Insurance Details
Not available
Contact
Not available
Overview
Adelaide Shores is constituted as a Statutory Authority under the West Beach
Recreation Reserve Act 1987. Adelaide Shores is responsible for developing the
coastal reserve as a sporting, cultural and recreational complex of State significance,
as well as a tourist attraction and resort. Adelaide Shores principle activities include:
Adelaide Shores Caravan Park
Adelaide Shores Resort (camping, caravan and cabins)
18 Hole Golf Course
Food and beverages
Sports reserves
Boating, including launching facilities, a range of marine and rescue services
Climate Change
Risks
Sea level rise and storm impacts on Adelaide Shores’ property.
Impacts on local attractions, e.g. beach, golf course, dunes, coastal access points,
potentially resulting in a reduction in tourism demand.
Seasonal changes affecting duration and timing of visitors.
Increased operational expenses associated with on-site irrigation, power usage
and reinvestment in facilities.
Adaptation Planning
No activities specific to climate change adaptation.
Environmental Sustainability Policy and Environmental Management Plan promote
localised resource efficiency and environmental enhancement measures.
Strategic Plan seeks to sustain the local environment and the business
Information Sources
Adelaide Shores website:
Adelaide Shores Strategic Plan Summary 2012 – 2015
_
2015.pdf
Adelaide Shores Strategic Plan Summary 2012 – 2015
