Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2015L01818:front:0:p108
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2015L01818
Segment Type: other
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Character Range: 308772–311772

be extended or upgraded and additional new camping facilities may be constructed in appropriate areas of the park, in accordance with Section 9.8, How proposals will be evaluated.

    9.1.7        In accordance with Lease provisions in relation to employment, every effort will be made to encourage employment and training of Council members in the construction and maintenance of capital works and infrastructure, taking account of relevant procurement policies.

    9.1.8        Environmental assessment will be undertaken for all proposals for new capital works and infrastructure, and alterations, renovation or significant repairs to existing capital assets and infrastructure, in accordance with the policy outlined in Section 9.8, How proposals will be evaluated.

    9.1.9        New capital works and infrastructure in the Botanic Gardens and other parts of the park will be in accordance with this plan and will proceed when funds are available.

    9.1.10    Hardwood and softwood timber may be brought into the park and used for construction purposes, posts and poles.

Actions

    9.1.11    Participate in the design and implementation of a centralised automated asset management system for Parks Australia if this proceeds. The system will be based on the total life cycle of assets and will be aimed at extending the life of existing assets and improving asset performance through a maintenance schedule and total life cycle costings.

    9.1.12    Complete the program for constructing shelters at Green Patch, Bristol Point and Cave Beach as funds become available.

    9.1.13    Construct safety fences at cliff top sites where particular risk to visitors is identified.

    9.1.14    Subject to available resources, upgrade the amphitheatre at Green Patch.

    9.1.15    Subject to available resources, install rest areas and lookouts at Devils Elbow and at the top of Steamers Walkway.

    9.1.16    Subject to available resources, develop an alternative soil dump in a disturbed area on the western side of the park to reduce the spread of weeds.

    9.1.17    Work in collaboration with the Council to prepare an updated feasibility study, options and business case for the construction of a Cultural Centre.

    9.2           Access and roads

Aim
    * Vehicle access for visitors and management purposes is provided in a manner that protects park values.

Background
Access to and within the park is by road and water with restricted air access. Rotary wing aircraft may land for special purposes (such as rescue and emergencies, fire fighting, weed control and research) at suitable sites under a permit issued by the Director. The Department of Defence operates an airfield at the Jervis Bay Range Facility. Landings by fixed or rotary wing civilian craft at this facility require Defence approval.

The Director is responsible for all vehicle access roads and tracks within the park. Road access into the park is limited to one major sealed road,