This report details the processes and investigations undertaken by the University Of Canberra, Landscape Architecture students, to develop an ACCESS MASTER PLAN, encompassing smaller concept plan ideas, for the town of Beachport, South Australia.

1. This report details the processes and investigations undertaken by the University Of
Canberra, Landscape Architecture students, to develop an ACCESS MASTER PLAN,
encompassing smaller concept plan ideas, for the town of Beachport, South Australia.
ACCESS MASTER PLAN
BEACHPORT

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ACCESS MASTER PLAN
BEACHPORT
INTRODUCTION
On September 1st, 2014, Landscape Architecture students (third year) from the University of
Canberra (UC) travelled to Beachport, South Australia to undertake a field study for the
purpose of gathering information to contribute to the development of an access master plan
for the town.
This study encompassed a range of cultural, community and environmental issues with each
student being assigned a particular theme to focus on in order to frame an understanding of
what did and did not need addressing. Each of these themes was based on an overall idea of
the ‘journey’, and included:
 Production Lines – Luke Duggan
 Day Trippers – Christopher Norris
 Water Courses – Blake Chapman
 Threatened Journeys – Toby Piper
 Journeys Cut Short – Benjamin Gordon
 Littoral Drift – Amy Qin
 Seasonal Journeys – Stella Ann
 Healing Journeys – Kate O’Hara
 Chasing the Whales – Henry Pavitt
 Trading Routes – Ha Hoang
Students were given the opportunity to interact with a range of community groups including
local residents, local and state government representatives from Beachport and the
surrounding areas. Many of whom took substantial time out of their week to help each
student gain a greater understanding
of the town itself and the community
that lives within it.
Throughout the course of the week,
information was compiled amongst
the students to develop a broad access
master plan in conjunction with
individual concept areas that lie within
the study area.

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The Journey themes, described in more detail below, represent individual student interpretation of
the Beachport site and explain the processes involved in designing their individual concept plans
which reflect directly back to the overall Access Master Plan.
JOURNEY THEMES
PRODUCTION LINES
LUKE DUGGAN
BACKGROUND
The area located directly to the south of the main street of Beachport has existed as a meeting place
and a recreational grassed area. The site could possibly be home to the rare and endangered Spider
orchid flower, which is used traditionally by the Boandik tribe from this area for food. Currently the
site houses a gazebo, a ceremonial area and several parking spaces. The sand on the beach area is
held in place by a large rock groyne. This groyne, 100m long, was installed to trap sand and
minimalize erosion. (https://www.wattlerange.sa.gov.au/webdata/resources/files/FINAL%20Sand%20Management%20Plan%20130514.pdf).
THE DESIGN CONCEPT
Theme
This beachfront park will be of high quality, large grass areas with different edge treatments and
several locally grown timbers will be used throughout containing subliminal messages to teach the
park users about local forestry. A raised boardwalk and planting scheme along the beach edge that
relates to selective breading in forests. Paving treatment along the road edge that accentuates the
form of waves.
Objectives
 The park will complement surrounding shops and cafes by having tables, seating areas and bins
for casual uses such as lunchtime eating.
 The setting will make most of the views from both Lagoon Street and Railway Terrace.
 The park should broaden the general knowledge of forestry and how timbers were used, i.e.
Norfolk Island pine used for ship masts and trial plantings in early days of South Australia’s forest
industry.
 This park should meet be sustainable, accessible for all users and have reasonable safety in both
day and night hours.
ELEMENTS OF THE DESIGN
Layout
The layout of this design responds well to the design agenda above. A large lawn area is provided for
lounging and ball games, footpaths have been places in areas where high pedestrian traffic will
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Shelter
The shelter provided is raised and creates a safe viewing platform for parents to watch their children
run around in the park, as well as providing a pleasant place to enjoy lunch.
Lawn
The lawn areas are at a slightly lower level to the street paving producing a new feeling in the area.
Boardwalk
The elevated boardwalk has been shaped to represent two strands of DNA, resembling the
introduction of selective breeding in the forests.
Children’s Area
The children’s main playing area will be constructed as four large boxes each made out of a different
structurally sound timber. A large rope climbing frame will be twisted through the levels with room
to get off on each level. Two slides will descend from the second and fourth levels, the second level
will be a straight barrel designed to look like a felled saw log with a fake bark exterior and the top
slide to resemble a log chute.
On the side of the playground will be a water race, this will encourage children to pick up leaves and
use them as a raft to race along the stream. A hand water pump will fill up a dammed area, and
when the top is reached the dam will burst open flooding the river and sending the leaves racing
down toward the collection pond.
Beach Access
Access to the beach will drop underneath the boardwalk with a 2600mm clearance to the underside
of the boardwalk. The landing pad at the base of the stairs will be a minimum of two meters above
the high tide sea level.
Ceremonial Area
The views down both Lagoon Street and Railway Terrace form into a point meeting at the edge of
the widest area of the boardwalk. This area will have a flagpole suitable for three flags, which can be
used by the community for memorial days like ANZAC day.
Plant Species
Gahnia trifida – Coastal sea-sedge Lomandra effusa – Scented Mat-rush
Eucalyptus globulus – Tasmanian Blue Gum Pinus radiata – Radiata Pine
Acacia melanoxylon - Blackwood Casuarina equisetifolia – Beach Sheoak
Araucaria heterophylla – Norfolk Island Pine

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DAY TRIPPERS
CHRISTOPHER NORRIS
BACKGROUND
This area for development is located in Centennial Park, Beachport. Somerville Street and Corigliano
Street border the site. The space is currently occupied by an open grass area, children’s play
equipment and barbeque facilities.
THEME
Due to location, this area is ideal for development to strengthen tourism and promote day trippers
to Beachport. Centennial Park is located in the centre of Beachport and there is great potential for
the space to become a meeting place for visitors.
Working with the developed Beachport Access Plan, this node within Centennial Park encourages
people to use the designated paths and explore the town. Following the path that transects the site
will allow pedestrians to navigate their way to attractions including the sculpture garden, Pool of
Siloam, lighthouse, jetty and main street.
The information panels included in the shaded deck area have potential to work conjointly with the
Beachport Visitor Information Centre. Consequently, pressure will be taken off the information
centre during times of heavy tourism.
OBJECTIVES
 Provide a meeting place for travellers to Beachport and surrounding areas.
 Compliment the Beachport Access Plan.
 Inform visitors of Beachport’s attractions and points of interest.
 Educate visitors about the town.
 Provide a safe, shaded seating area to congregate and relax.
 Provide a more efficient parking method at Centennial Park.
 Compliment the existing infrastructure; including children’s play equipment, tennis courts, skate
park and BMX track.
 Support Centennial Park and the town of Beachport.
DESIGN
The layout of the node intends to coincide with the Beachport Access Plan while taking into account
the theme of ‘day trippers’. The existing path through the space is retained and the rest of the design
considers its linear form.
Tables are lined in a linear fashion underneath existing trees. The trees provide a natural shade
during the hottest parts of the year and are an ideal spot for picnics.
An open grass space neighbours the shaded tables. This grand space can accommodate families
looking for an area to kick a football, set up a cricket match or lounge around in the sun. The open
grass area supports the children’s play area for children looking for more space to release energy.

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On the other side of the existing path is the raised pergola area. The pergola is cantilevered and
provides shade. The decking chosen is created from local timbers with the edges of the deck
doubling up as seating.
Hanging from the roof of the pergola are panels to showcase local knowledge and educate visitors.
The panels are lined with acrylic sheets allowing the information inside to be replaced or rotated
during different seasons. Examples of what could be displayed within the sheets are walking maps,
journey stories, local projects and local rules and guidelines.
Due to the new features created in Centennial Park, a new parallel parking lot has been created
along Somerville Street. The parking lot will create a more efficient environment for locals and
visitors.
WATER COURSES
BLAKE CHAPMAN
BACKGROUND
The area located at the junction of Somerville St and Lagoon Rd is an area that people use as an
access path to get from the eastern side of the lagoon to the main recreational area in Centennial
Park. This site has a stormwater drainage pipe running through it to the lagoon and also situates the
local town park at the southern side of the drain.
THE DESIGN CONCEPT
Theme
The new drainage system used from Somerville St to the lagoon will be an interpretation of Drain M
in the South-East. The natural shape at the start of the drainage pattern is to represent Bool Lagoon
and then flowing through the drains in the South-East down to Lake George which is represented by
the existing lagoon.
The path running through this area of the park will be of high quality concrete with a screeding
pattern through the concrete in the shape of swirls. Different edge treatments will be used
throughout different areas of the path. At the end of the natural area there will be a bulldozer blade
to denote the start of the farming era. The path will then go from a heavily planted area to a dry and
arid landscape.
Further along the path there will be an area to the south that you can see but not walk through. This
area is filled with timber posts (sourced locally), which will signify the degradation of the land since
the introduction of farming. These posts will be coloured different variations of red and green at
various stages along the path to show the change in the landscape due to the farming in the South-
East. There is also a screened corten steel fence to block off the park on the other side. This fence
will have a cut-out through it in the shape of an agricultural style fence.

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The path will then come across two beds of red stone. This is to symbolize the scars left by the
farming generation. They are also in the shape of existing drains off Drain M. Moving down further
there will be two beds of blue stone and will then change from the dry landscape into a natural
heavily planted space again to give the idea of change and moving towards a brighter future.
Plant Species
Natural grasses and plantings listed on the ‘Limestone Coast and Coorong Coastal Action Plan’ will be
used throughout the design. These plantings include:
Poa Fax Leptinella Reptans
Swamp Crassula Distichlis distichophylla
Melaleuca lanceolata ssp. Lanceolata Eucalyptus ovata
Eucalyptus diversifolia Allocasuarina verticillata
Myoporum insulare
THREATENED JOURNEYS
TOBY PIPER
BACKGROUND
Set on the northernmost edge of the Beachport Township, the area that has been proposed for an
overall landscape intervention comprises approximately 1200 metres of Lake George frontage. It is
relatively well set away from residences or any other form of human development, aside from a
poorly managed road that was previously suitable for 4WD access only.
THE DESIGN CONCEPT
Theme
The Migratory Bird Educational Boardwalk
On a smaller scale, but as part of a larger bike/pedestrian access idea that covers the length of the
aforementioned frontage, the area that has been detailed as a potential concept will be that of a
sustainably sourced, timber boardwalk. The overall theme for the boardwalk will be that of
education and community involvement with the idea being that the more that people (both local and
visiting) are able to interact with the ecological community that surrounds them, the more chance
critically endangered species such as the Orange-Bellied Parrot (OBP) have of surviving.
Objectives
 The boardwalk will provide an easy transition for pedestrians wanting to access the lake from
the proposed bike/pedestrian path covering the old 4WD track.
 The boardwalk will enable users to gain an in-depth understanding of both the OBP and
migratory wader bird species through signage and photo opportunities.
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ELEMENTS OF THE DESIGN
The Arc
The arc, as easily seen in a plan view of the design, is the overall shape of the boardwalk and has
been developed in order to meet the objective of providing a smooth transition for people the
access the lake. It aims to complement the curves seen in both the bike track and the edge of the
lake.
Rehabilitation Corridor
The salt-marsh rehabilitation corridor that has been included in the design aims to improve the
habitat for the OBP and other species in the area. Significant planting and eradication of weeds such
as Spiny Rush will need to take place for this to come to fruition.
Steps
At the end of the boardwalk, large steps will descend to the water’s edge or, if the water level is low,
the lakebed. This has been included to provide users who don’t mind getting their feet wet/dirty the
opportunity to catch a glimpse of some of the unique migratory wader species close up.
JOURNEYS CUT SHORT
BENJAMIN GORDON
BACKGROUND
Beachport’s lighthouse is located at the end of Foster St and McArthur Pl above the boat yard.
Replacing the old Penguin Island Lighthouse in the late 1900’s, the new 12m tall lighthouse provides
a great landmark for the town of Beachport and also serves its purpose by warning ships of the
dangerous reef and rocky shoreline along the Limestone Coast. Besides servings it purpose, the
lighthouse is the prime location for a lookout because of its accessibility and existing sightseeing
potential.
THE DESIGN CONCEPT
Theme
The developed lighthouse look out will provide a comfortable area for visitors to experience
Beachport’s coastline and the small island located south of the town known as Penguin island.
Accessibility to the lookout will be constructed to accommodate for all and the implementation of
signage will act as a way to provide information about Beachport and the Shipwrecks along the
Limestone Coast.
Objectives
 The lookout will consist of timber boundaries in the shape of a ship that has been sunken into
the side of the lighthouse site.
 The timber will complement the surrounding vegetation and natural habitat.
 Introduction of seating will provide a comfortable environment for people to rest whilst on a
walk or getting a feel for the space.

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 An improved car park and disabled entrance will increase the ease of access and handle larger
populations of people in the area.
 Lighting and memorabilia will enhance the aesthetics of the site at night and provide safety and
ease of access for visitors during the night.
 Signage will be located at entrances and exits of the site to provide visitors with information
about Beachport and shipwrecks along the Limestone Coast.
ELEMENTS OF THE DESIGN
Layout
Positioning of the ship shaped boundary focuses on a point south of Beachport that covers the
viewing of the jetty and Penguin Island. The shape of the site as a ship will provide a large enough
space to hold a large number of people in Beachport’s peak season.
Disabled Access
Car parking will be located at the back of the site with access paths that comply with the Australian
standards. This gives disabled and elderly people the opportunity to experience the lookout with
ease.
Beach Access
Existing walking tracks will lead from the Lighthouse lookout down to the beach. Signage will be
placed in order to advise visitors which way to go to get to the beach and other locations.
LITTORAL DRIFT
AMY QIN
BACKGROUND
The area is located directly to the south of the main street of Beachport which is from the Beachport
Jetty to the first lookout. Currently the site has a recreational grassed area and several parking
spaces.
The sand on the beach area is held in place by a large rock groyne. This groyne was installed to trap
sand and minimalize the coastal erosion. There is also a footpath between the beach area and the
green area.
THE DESIGN CONCEPT
Promenade
With my chosen design, my intent was to activate the existing green space as well as create shelter
from the wind.
The Promenade acts as the central axis of my design, by walking along the boardwalk, people are
able to enjoy the view from the existing urban level. Along the promenade, there are landscaped
areas to which people can branch off enjoying different aspects of the landscape. Between the
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the grass slopes is based on the pattern of waves, representing the little drift. The slopes provide
comfortable, wind-sheltered places from which to enjoy the promenade sitting or lying down.
Timber Sculptural Groynes
By implementing the sculptural groynes, this area of the beach is able to be divided into 4 semi-
private spaces. Each of the groynes are constructed differently, in order to provide a number of
varied spaces for people to occupy and be sheltered. The gradual increase in the length of each of
the timber structures, creates a rhythmic pattern, directed at an angle inkeeping with the existing
landscape. The gradual change in the design of each groyne represents the existing timber jetty,
towards the existing stone groyne. The implementation of these groynes increases the areas defence
against coastal erosion.
My intent is to create an activated area which, after becoming a popular area for locals and tourists
to visit, will encourage people to take better care of the environments which they inhabit. Through
my design, I hope to portray the underlying message of littoral drift, in order to promote a desire to
understand the environment and the natural ecosystem surrounding the bay.
SEASONAL JOURNEYS
STELLA ANN
BACKGROUND
The South East Australia region is an important area for both resident and migrating birds. Different
shorebirds live here all year round and some of them migrate far from Alaska and Siberia to get feed
along the coast. With a large amount of seaweed beach, Beachport becomes an essential stop in the
migratory journey of shorebirds. Seaweed forms a special eco system in local coast environment.
After mosquitos laid their eggs in rotted seaweed, a few days later, maggots come out. Some of
them are brought into the ocean by seawater or storm and eaten by fish. Birds eat both maggots and
fish, so the seaweed is the foundation of the entire food chain, it offers habitats and food resources
for the migrating shorebirds along Beachport area.
However, the seashore ecological environment has been threatened by human tourism and
commercial activities, a lot of seaweed beach was damaged and the seaweed has been over-harvest
for many years. Therefore, local seashore species and migratory shorebirds are in danger due to this
reason.
THE DESIGN CONCEPT
Being impressed by the surroundings and lovely birds, this design node is aimed to guide visitors
experience the magic of nature and get a better understanding towards the journey of the migrating
birds. This design site sits close to the Visitor Centre and Caravan Park, in the east coast of the town
where is easy to attract more tourists to visit. Basically speaking, the design is built according to the
story of migrating birds’ journey. After the carpark off the road, there are plant boxes in 50cm high
and wide filled by local plants. Visitors can find 3 entrances connected to the 1.5m wide walking trail
with 10 shorebird shapes hatched on. These 3 entrances represent Alaska, Beachport and Yellow Sea
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trail, a railing formed by seaweed was built along the edge, and it got 4 extended seating area for
people to sit and enjoy the beach view. In Beachport signage, there is an existing access to the
beach. People can walk down to the beach to experience the seaweed beach ecosystem and watch
seabirds get feed.
HEALING JOURNEYS
KATE O’HARA
BACKGROUND
Located in the centre of Beachport, Centennial Park comprises of six acres of parkland of which it
currently encompasses a large lagoon (once covering the entire area), bridge, BBQ facilities,
playground and lawn area. Located around the lagoon are several sculptures created in 2013 by
French Artist, Dominique Paolinis along with local community members. This project was called,
“From One Side to the Other” and it creatively linked two towns more than 17,000kms apart.
Also at the entrance to this park are memorial gates. Dedicated on 31 December 1978, the gates
encompass a hidden treasure; a time capsule sealed within a manmade stone structure (cairn) on 8
October 1978 by the Beachport and District Branch National Trust of South Australia to mark the first
100 years of Beachport. It is to be opened again in 2078.
THE DESIGN CONCEPT
Theme
Wood, Stone and Old are material choices that can enhance restoration and provide an individual a
place to become one with nature and encourage wandering and reflection. Using wood, stone and
old materials encourages such actions, allowing the surrounding environment to calm the mind as
opposed to detracting from it through the use of harsh and synthetic materials.
A restorative environment allows the eye to focus on things that do not require any special effort yet
are inviting and fascinating. A sense of extension in time and place also contributes to such a place;
a sense that there is more beyond what meets the eye and welcomed restorative opportunities.
Objectives & Opportunities
In collaboration with the Access Master Plan, it was essential to look at the community from inside to
understand the complexity of the people who make up this wonderful community. What are their
values? Who are the different community groups and organisations? It is evident that each of these
groups will use such a space for many and varied reasons, not forgetting times of day and seasonal
events, however what about the tourist? Tourists will more than likely be on a specific agenda when
visiting Beachport and will also bring different values to such a place. Their engagement in this space
will not be at the same level as the local community, instead they will value what they find on the
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So with this in mind, what are the objectives and opportunities in the development of this design:
 The space lends itself to excellent linkage opportunities by way of the main street, the museum,
the cinema, Centennial Park itself, the sculptural walk and the lagoon. These linkages also offer
opportunities to expand outside of the designated design site.
 A less physical link would be with the township of Millicent who also have a Healing Garden at
the High School.
 The space draws a link also between the surrounding landscape and the townspeople of
Beachport.
 While being a space for reflection, it also lends itself to a shared use facility or meeting place
whereby community members can gather for social engagement.
 A complete overhaul of the area is needed which would mean the repositioning or reallocation
of BBQ facilities and playground equipment.
 The space allows people to explore or reflect, however for a pedestrian who wishes to get from
A to B, it also offers an alternative, more direct route.
ELEMENTS OF THE DESIGN
Cor-Ten Steel and Timber
Cor-Ten steel is one of the key materials in this design and is evident through structural elements
such as the raised garden beds, sculptural design and panel installations. It also provides economical
advantages, excellent aesthetic appeal and calming effects through its colouring. Timber usage
provides a counter balance and contrast in these same areas. It is also allows for common uses such
as seating opportunities.
Rock
This particular element is seen through the surface treatment of flagstone paving in communal areas
and rockwall seating.
Shell Grit and Sand
A wonderful surface treatment that is used throughout the Beachport area (Lanky’s Well) and one I
felt should be carried through into this design purely because of its texture, aesthetic appeal and
sensory features.
Trees and Plantings
Trees play a major role in the aesthetic appeal to this space, providing (in maturity) a canopy effect
and a sense of depth while still allowing visual access as you meander through the trails. The trees
not only provide interest but also a richness in the elements that surround them. Underplantings
anchor this richness and provide a visual sensory at eye level. It is recommended that a good portion
of such plantings should be obtained from Dough Nicholls Teeluk Nursery.
Plant Species
Please refer to Appendix A for a detailed plant species list.

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CHASING THE WHALES
HENRY PAVITT
BACKGROUND
Durants lookout Beachport, which is located off the road to the pool of Siloam is a raised wooden
platform that overlooks the Scenic drive, the town of Beachport and the southern ocean. It was
constructed by the Rivoli Bay and Beachport Lions club members, it was named after long time
Beachport resident Mr Doug Durant. It provides a fantastic vantage point with 360 degree views over
Beachport and the coastline back towards the Conservation Park.
THE DESIGN CONCEPT
Theme
The idea of my concept plan was to create a focal point for the town of Beachport and to draw on
the significance of the whale in the towns’ establishment. I wanted the concept to sit within the
existing landscape of the dune system. The idea was that the ‘whale bones’ would lead the user up
into the belly of the whale to see the framed southern ocean. The structure would be eye catching
and form a sense of intrigue from a distance being constructed out of stainless steel.
Objectives
 The idea behind the lookout is to provide a focal point for the town and surrounds of Beachport
but also to provide a lookout that can provide a visitors bearings of the area.
ELEMENTS OF THE DESIGN
Layout
The layout of the concept is to be set with in the existing location of the Durants lookout. The road
and carpark would still feed this site with the possible inclusion of overflow parking down on the
main road at the turnoff. If this was to be done then a separated pedestrian approach would be
necessary to connect the overflow car park to the lookout.
Whale Bone Markers
Whale Bone markers, as per concept plan detail. These would be spaced sporadically as shown on
concept plan along the sand path from the carpark to the start of the boardwalk to the lookout.
These would be constructed out of corten steel. They could also possibly be fitted with lighting to
provide illumination for the path and add to the dramatic effect of the approach.
Boardwalk
The elevated boardwalk starts with 3 steps that then wraps around and gently climbs over a 1:20 rise
up to the base of the lookout where there are 3 steps to form an entry to the lookout. The
boardwalk/deck then widens out to the edge of the structural shell. I envisage the boardwalk/deck to
be constructed using corten steel as the bearers and the timbers to be sourced locally.

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The Shell
The shell would be constructed out of stainless steel with the handrail and joining strands to be
50mm stainless steel tubing that flows/runs through the uprights. The shape of the shell is to
represent the ribs of a whale, to give the impression of funneling towards the ocean.
TRADING ROUTES
HA HOANG
BACKGROUND
Prior to European contact, Aboriginal communities had established a complex web of trade routes all
over the continent. Pituri, pigments, tools and ochre were traded vastly between neighboring
language groups as well as over far distances between different clans from other regions. Flint tools
from Beachport was the most favored due to its outstanding quality so Beachport’s flint artefacts
have been found everywhere around Australia.
Trading was a time for sharing. Not only goods travelled these routes, but ideas for technological
innovation, and songs, ceremonies all travelled with the lines of people. Trade centres were located
close sacred places such as waterholes, where Creation Ancestors are believed to remain in these
sites.
THE DESIGN CONCEPT
Theme
Being inspired by Aboriginal rich and meaningful trading culture, Pool of Siloam is nominated as an
interpretation of trading centre where visitors are encouraged to share individual’s experience.
Located just right on the coastal outskirt of Beachport, Pool of Siloam has been a popular landmark,
not only by local residents but also interstate visitors, due to its natural scenic views but also by its
fantastic buoyant and its therapeutic assets.
ELEMENTS OF THE DESIGN
This design intervention of Beachport’s Access Plan is continued from Lanky’s Trail to Pool of Siloam,
and follow ‘Flint Journey’ trail to head up to the Post Office Rock which exits to the beach. It is
proposed to become a meeting place, where opportunities are provided to meet other people and
to share your experience of Beachport, of Pool of Siloam. Moreover, the interaction between visitors
and the lagoon is strengthened through various activities provided in the site such as ‘Flint Island’,
‘Flint Journey’ Trail. Last but not least, the concept of Aboriginal trading routes is incorporated into
design process in order to represent the complex but distinctive trading culture throughout the site.

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CONCLUSION
It is hoped through the activities and design elements projected in the Master Access Plan and
individual Concept Plan designs, that the following outcomes are possible for the community of
Beachport and their seasonal visitors to enjoy:
PLACE + IDENTITY
Enhance and develop further a strong landscape identity to enhance the precinct as a place for
meeting and gathering, local events, shared community values and civic pride.
CONNECTIVITY
Through the Master Access Plan, provide local area circulation networks to increase accessibility,
safety and functionality.
ACCESS + CIRCULATION
In conjunction with the Master Access and Plan and Concept Design plans, provide a clear hierarchy
of spaces and way-finding systems to ensure universal access for residents of the Beachport
community.
CELEBRATION OF CULTURE + HERITAGE
Include references of Beachport’s past Aboriginal and European heritage and project how these
associations enrich the experience of Beachport through such materials as public art and
interpretation.
CARE FOR THE ENVIRONMENT
Retain, rehabilitate and reconstruct endemic vegetation to protect flora and fauna habitats and
ecological corridors as outlined through the Limestone Coast & Coorong Coastal Action Plan.
IMPROVE LANDSCAPE + AESTHETICS
Through the development of such design work, it will be possible to create an attractive landscape
destination with high aesthetic and environmental amenities.
ENHANCE VIEWS + VISTAS
With such beauty to behold, it is imperative to retain and enhance key views and vistas throughout
Beachport in order to reinforce physical and visual connections.

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APPENDIX A
PLANT SPECIES LIST FOR HEALING JOURNEY DESIGN
Acacia Longifolia ssp. Sophorae (Coastal Wattle)
Allocasuarina verticillata (Drooping She-Oak)
Ajuga Australis (Lesser Bugle)
Apium prostratum var. prostratum (Native Celery)
Austrostipa flavescens (Coast Spear Grass)
Calandrinia brevipedata (Short-Stalked Purslane)
Dianella brevicaulis (Short-Stem Flax Lily)
Eucalyptus diversifolia (Coastal White Mallee)
Eucalyptus leucoxylon ssp. Megalocarpa (Large-Fruited South Australian Blue Gum)
Exocarpos cupressiformis (Native Cherry)
Exocarpos sparteus (Slender Cherry)
Ficinea nodosa (Knobby Club Rush)
Hakea nodosa (Yellow Hakea)
Hibbertia sericea (Silky Guinea Flower)
Lasiopetalum schulzenii (Drooping Velvet Bush)
Leptospermum lanigerum (Silky Tea Tree)
Poa poiformis var. poiformis (Coast Tussock Grass)
Scaevola aemula (Fairy Fanflower)
Themeda triandra (Kangaroo Grass)