Council appoints local consultants to deliver Emu Park Foreshore
Published on 12 February 2026
Livingstone Shire Council has appointed CQG Environmental Consultants to prepare the Emu Park Main Beach Foreshore Management Plan, a new long-term plan to guide the future of the sand dune and foreshore south of the Emu Park Surf Life Saving Club.
Mayor Adam Belot said engaging a locally based consultancy with strong regional experience was a strategic decision.
“Protecting our coastlines means safeguarding local homes, businesses and vital community infrastructure while preserving the natural beauty that locals and visitors cherish,” Mayor Belot said.
“CQG Environmental are local experts with have local knowledge and strong connections to our community. They understand our coastline, our weather patterns, and our environmental challenges because they live and work here.”
The Emu Park Shoreline Management Plan (2022–2032) and will focus on long-term protection and sustainable use of the foreshore.
The plan will:
• Address stormwater management and drainage
• Strengthen dune protection and rehabilitation
• Guide vegetation management
• Improve and manage public access
• Support the long-term protection of natural assets
• Be shaped through community engagement and consultation
Mayor Belot said the project is about working together with the residents, ensuring environmental protection while addressing community needs.
“Council has had great success when partnering with the community to manage our natural spaces,” he said.
“Friends of the Lammermoor Native Gardens is a great example where community and Council have come together to protect and enhance that much loved area.
“I strongly believe that through this process, Council and the community can establish a workable, sustainable and practical framework that enhances this beautiful section of our coastline.”
Founder of CQG Environmental Consultants, Petrice Brown, said her team was proud to be working on a project of such importance in their home region.
“We are a locally based consultancy, and that gives us a deep understanding of the coastline, the environment and the community who rely on it,” Ms Brown said.
“Our approach is grounded in science, but also in listening to local residents. Their lived experience with vegetation management, storms, erosion and changing vegetation conditions is incredibly valuable in shaping a plan that will actually work.”
Deputy Mayor and Development and Environment portfolio co-lead Pat Eastwood said community involvement will be central to the planning process.
“Once CQG complete the initial planning and research phase for this project, there will be genuine and meaningful opportunity for residents to help shape the future of the Emu Park foreshore,” Cr Eastwood said.
“We are committed to working closely with the community throughout the project through structured consultation and engagement.”
Further details about consultation opportunities will be provided as the project progresses.