Last week’s storm has had a lingering impact on Onkaparinga’s coastline, with high tides, strong winds and large surf causing damage and prompting several closures to ensure public safety.

City of Onkaparinga closed the Port Noarlunga jetty, Witton Bluff Base Trail boardwalk and the South Port pedestrian bridge in response to the heavy weather on Monday and Tuesday, 26 and 27 May. 

The council says that while the new boardwalk is holding strong, the jetty has sustained damage and will remain closed while engineering inspections and repairs are carried out.

“Storm tide conditions also led to water overtopping Saltfleet Street – a state-managed road – near Port Noarlunga’s Jubilee Adventure Playground, and SAPOL closed the road temporarily. The playground has been inundated and will remain closed while we assess damage.

“Nearby, minor flooding has occurred at the Wearing Street aquatics precinct and Port Noarlunga Oval. The Moana Surf Life Saving Club also experienced water ingress despite proactive sandbagging.

The council says heavy rain caused minor water damage at Aldinga Community Centre, which has since reopened and more significant flooding at Woodcroft Library, which is closed until further notice.

“With 31km of coastline to assess, this work will take time. We ask the community to stay safe and respect all closures – they’re in place for your protection.

“We sincerely thank SES, SAPOL and our council crews who continue working tirelessly in challenging conditions. With more wild weather forecast, we remain on alert and ready to respond.”