The following list details what happened during the construction process:
1) The complete replacement of approx. 50% of the 1.8km existing Jetty structure. This required demolition of approx. 900m of the existing Jetty;
2) Temporary dismantling for substantial repairs to the remaining 50%;
3) Driving of approx. 200 new timber piles and 108 steel piles predominantly for the new 900m section;
4) Reconstruction of various parts with timber decking for heritage values;
5) Refurbishment of the small ‘Scout Road Jetty’ located 100m east of the main Busselton Jetty.
How was the work completed?
Works proceeded continuously throughout the construction period from two major barges on two separate work fronts, supported by a number of smaller work craft. Materials were loaded onto barges at the shoreline by the Scout Road Jetty.
The Busselton Jetty reopened on Sunday 6 February after completion of a $27 million refurbishment programme. New features include interpretive nodes and fish cleaning bays. Swimming and diving platforms, rain shelters and heritage sculptures are also present along the new structure.