Councillor Jules Radich has advocated reinstating groynes at St Clair. Photo: Peter McIntoshIt seems unlikely wooden groynes will make a return to Dunedin's St Clair beach any time soon. Unintended beach erosion, safety concerns and cost are some of the risks Dunedin City Council staff have identified in going ahead with any wooden groynes. Late last year, in a 12-2 vote, the council asked staff to assess the feasibility of reinstating the groyne structure, and how that would benefit the coast, including Kettle Park. The reinstatement of the existing St Clair groyne would cost $150,000, and could cost up to $60,000 a year to maintain, he said.

Source: Otago Daily Times July 23, 2020 04:10 UTC