Jane Eliza and Twentyfirst Street Bridge Statement

Renmark Paringa Council will update the community with flood modelling and expert hydrology advice regarding the Jane Eliza Development project early next year.

Council has been working consistently over the past 18 months to ensure the project makes sense for the Renmark Paringa community.

This includes considering both the risks and opportunities associated with the project.

Council has identified considerable positives of the development such as the economic benefits of having a marina and boat maintenance facilities, plus the opportunities created for the construction industry, and the increased commercial and residential properties.

Council is working with a number of experts to ensure the development is safe and viable.

The in-depth research and analysis will be shared with community members as soon as possible.

Renmark Paringa Council has concerns over recent media coverage on the development, namely ‘opinion’ pieces from community members.

The speculation expressed in the letters are personal views which could be construed as fear mongering.

Renmark Paringa Council will continue to make its decisions based on research, facts and expert advice.

Council is also aware of concerns in the community around the Twentyfirst Street Bridge and its effects on the flow of Bookmark Creek.

Council has heard the concerns and has provided engineering evidence that shows the new Twentyfirst Street Bridge will provide improved flows in flood events.

This information can be viewed here.