Clean Sweep For Harbour Beach

North Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation (NQBP) has completed clean-up works at Harbour Beach, restoring safe public access ahead of a sunny weekend.

Over the course of four days, more than 55 truckloads of woody debris were removed across 680 metres of coastline. The works were carried out in response to community concerns following severe weather events, including the effects of Cyclone Alfred.

NQBP Acting Chief Executive Officer Carissa Mansfield said the organisation was pleased to support the Mackay community.

“While Harbour Beach sits outside our official port boundary, it’s located right alongside our operations, and we have a long-standing relationship with the Mackay Surf Life Saving Club who first raised the issue,” Ms Mansfield said.

“When we were approached, we were only too happy to help as part of our commitment to being a good neighbour and a responsible community member.”

Throughout the operation, beach access directly in front of the Mackay Surf Lifesaving Club remained open, with other access points progressively reopened as debris was cleared.

The clean-up was carried out under all required approvals and in collaboration with Mackay Regional Council, local community groups, and environmental stakeholders.

“We sincerely thank the community for their patience and support during the clean-up,” Ms Mansfield said.

“It was wonderful to see the work completed just in time for locals and tourists to enjoy one of Mackay’s favourite beaches again.”

Member for Mackay, Nigel Dalton MP, welcomed the completed works as an important contribution to the region’s lifestyle and liveability.

“Mackay is renowned for its beaches, and the Surf Life Savers are an iconic part of our coastal identity,” he said.

“I’d like to thank NQBP and CEO Brendan Webb for taking proactive action in restoring safe and easy access to the beach.”

Mackay Surf Lifesaving Club President Brendan Smith also expressed appreciation for the collaborative effort.

“Our Club, as the ‘Guardians of Harbour Beach,’ understands the huge impact the beach’s condition was having on tourists and locals alike,” he said.

“We’re grateful to everyone involved for making this valued community space safe and welcoming once more.”

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NQBP Acting CEO Carissa Mansfield on-site at Mackay Harbour beach following the completion of works where more than 55 truckloads of debris were removed across 680 metres of coastline. Photo credit: NQBP

Before the clean-up: Member for Mackay Nigel Dalton MP, Mackay Surf Life Saving Club Patrol Captain Paul Smith and NQBP Acting CEO Carissa Mansfield at Mackay Harbour Beach

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