Rainbow Beach Ex-tropical Cyclone Reconstruction Works
Gympie Regional Council is undertaking a series of recovery and reconstruction projects in Rainbow Beach following damage caused by Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred in March 2025.
The projects form part of a broader recovery program aimed at restoring important coastal infrastructure and improving the resilience of community assets impacted by severe weather events.
The reconstruction program is jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland Governments through the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA).
About the Works
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred caused significant erosion and damage to coastal infrastructure at Rainbow Beach, impacting public access areas and recreational spaces enjoyed by residents and visitors. To support the recovery of these areas, Council will deliver a staged program of works.
Projects included in the recovery program include:
- Phil Rogers Viewing Platform
- Pedestrian Beach Access and Dune Rehabilitation
Explore the projects
Phil Rogers Viewing Platform
Status: In Progress
The Phil Rogers Park viewing platform was significantly damaged during Ex-tropical Cyclone Alfred with significant erosion and drainage works required to restore the facility.
Dates
- Commencing: Monday, 22 June 2026
- Scheduled completion: End July 2026, with contractors returning in the weeks following completion to undertake additional drainage works within the park.
Works include:
To facilitate the works, the viewing platform will be closed to the public with an exclusion zone in place for safety.
Pedestrian Beach Access and Dune Rehabilitation
Status: Not started
Works include:
Beach and dune rehabilitation activities are expected to be undertaken later in 2026.