Waihi Beach sand levels

We are aware of the recent lowered sand level at Waihi Beach, particularly in the area between The Loop and Three Mile Creek.

The lower level is due to recent weather patterns as well as the constantly changing but cyclic nature of the ocean beach sand levels at Waihi Beach.

Reserves and Facilities Projects and Assets Manager, Scott Parker, says there are a few issues Council is addressing.

"Newly exposed old gabion baskets and any other remnant seawall structure and associated debris will need to be removed to ensure health and safety standards are maintained.

"The larger newly exposed rocks in front of the revetment can be used to cover the geo-fabric that is now visible at the base of revetment. We will also need to remove or relocate some of the smaller rocks.

"We hope to get work underway as soon as possible, while complying with resource consent conditions."

The beach should return to a normal level naturally through cyclic patterns in due course.

There may be some temporary access issues for beach goers in this area until this work is finished and the sand levels have elevated.