19 November 2024
After conducting environmental and cultural heritage assessments, draft plans have been created for the reconstruction of the Pittosporum Walk and the Devlins Walk. These plans outline the necessary work on the track infrastructure, which includes drainage improvements, steps, a boardwalk or bridge, signage, and some careful clearing of vegetation to reopen the paths.
This proposed project aims to reopen the two walks, establishing Pittosporum Walk as the main trail linking Mallacoota to Bastion Point. Devlins Gully Walk would serve as a secondary option that winds through a valuable littoral rainforest and would also lead visitors into a dynamic estuary area that can vary with changing water levels due to ocean conditions; sometimes making it potentially impassable during high tides.
Reconstruction of the recently removed Estuary Boardwalk is no longer practical due to the high-risk fluctuating estuary conditions. When water levels permit, visitors can access the remaining section of boardwalk from the sandy gully which connects to the littoral rainforest.
Key aspects of the proposed works for Pittosporum Walk include:
- Replacement of the boardwalk/bridge over the creek line that was burnt.
- Reconstruction of timber and gravel steps either side of the creek line
- Installation of trail marker posts across Mortimers Paddock linking the two sections of Pittosporum Walk.
- The trail surface will remain as primarily natural material and not imported gravel.
Key aspects of the proposed works for Devlins Gully Walk include:
- Closure of the track crossing the creek from the Mallacoota Foreshore Holiday Park.
- Trail and drainage work at the end of Develling Drive to prevent further erosion of the trail.
- Replacement timber edging along the trail adjoining the creek line.
- Possible removal of concrete footing to the removed boardwalk.
- Repair works to the section of existing boardwalk in the littoral rainforest.
- Replacement of timber steps along the existing trail.
- Potential installation of interpretive signage providing information about historic elements, ecological values, and cultural heritage.
We want to hear from you!
The draft plan for the proposed works is now available for review and feedback; all feedback will be considered when finalising the plans. 
Next Steps
Directional signage will be incorporated to lead visitors to Bastion Point and interpretive signage will also be developed to highlight the environmental and heritage values of the site.
Construction is subject to the future availability of funding; all opportunities will be explored.
