Projects

Project Phase – Concept Design

The Rocky Point Community Youth Precinct Project is the creation of an inclusive community youth recreational precinct and vibrant public space for Weipa.

The project incorporates upgrading the existing skatepark and cricket areas, adding new multi-purpose (basketball) courts, expanding skatepark facilities, oval enhancements, new parkour equipment, new meeting spaces, amenities, pathways, lighting, CCTV and shade.

Project Phase – Concept Design

Rocky Point Boat Ramp and Foreshore Masterplan (Concept) Project will create a concept plan to guide the future redevelopment of the Rocky Point boat ramp and foreshore area for safe enjoyment by community and visitors.

The project encompasses these areas - Rocky Point boat ramp area, Kumrumja building and park, open spaces adjoined the WTA buildings and the surrounding foreshore and beach areas.

The project will look at options for:

• Improvements to the boat ramp facility, fishing platforms, access and facilities, Carparking and facilities for boat trailers, RVs, mobile vendors, and visitors Picnic tables and signage
• Walkways, stairs and ramp access to the beach
• Enhancements to support more events, recreation and tourism
• Revegetation, preservation and erosion protection of coastal foreshore areas.

The WTA has already undertaken surveys with the community regarding this concept design in early 2022.

What should be included in the Rocky Point Foreshore Masterplan? We value your input in planning Weipa’s future. Please use the ‘have you say’ link on the WTA page.

Further consultation will be undertaken throughout the phases of the project.

Project Phase – Pre-Construction

This project involves the construction of new concrete shared (walk/cycle) pathways and the construction of new raised priority crossings near the central Nanum Roundabout.  The project will provide critical linkages and safe easy access for cyclists and pedestrians between the Weipa Health Service and the central Nanum business precinct of Nanum. 

This initiative is supported by the Queensland Government’s Cycle Network Local Government Grants Program.

Project Phase - Feasibility

This project involves the design and feasibility of creating a Weipa Town Centre by developing vacant land (adjacent to the existing Nanum business and retail areas) into a series of new buildings and community assets.  The final construction phase of the project would include new Local Government offices, community library and research centre, outdoor plaza, commercial spaces, visitor information, transport terminal, car parking, landscaping and walkway linkages to the existing shopping area and government services.

The vision for this project is to grow the existing Nanum central area into a Regional Economic Precinct/Hub that drives economic growth and enhances liveability for Weipa and the surrounding communities.

The WTA is currently conducting a feasibility assessment for this project.  Significant capital investment will need to be secured in the long term to deliver this project.

Further consultation with industry and community will be undertaken through the phases of this project.