The Shire of Broome recently released a discussion paper for a proposed Jetty to Jetty project, which will provide information on the historic, environmental and indigenous culture of Broome.
The discussion paper outlines plans for an informative historic boardwalk extending from Streeter’s Jetty to Town Beach Jetty. Streeter’s Jetty was a product of the late 19th century expansion in the business interests of Edwin William Streeter, who, in 1893, was among other pearlers to push for facilities in Broome.
As a result of their efforts, a jetty at Mangrove Point and a tramway to the foreshore were constructed. The tramway was removed from the town in 1948, when damaged tracks were not repaired.
Restoration works on Streeter’s Jetty were partially undertaken in December 1999, with additional work being completed in 2001. With the nearly restored Streeter’s Jetty and the tourism potential attached to this, Broome Shire aims to bring stakeholders together to bring the Jetty to Jetty project to fruition.
The project will provide information on the history, environment and indigenous culture of Broome, and may in time include the reinstatement of the original tramline. The area between Streeter’s Jetty and Town Beach Jetty will be divided into five following precincts.
- Streeters Stroll
- Cultural Trail
- Mangrove Meander
- Historical Hike
- Town Beach Trail
Broome Shire President, Councillor Kevin Fong, said the project is a holistic approach, bringing all of the various stakeholders together.
“The Jetty to Jetty project represents a true partnership between the community, Shire and businesses in Broome,” he said. “It will create a sense of ownership among the Broome community, cementing both our Aboriginal and pearling history.”
It is envisaged that the Jetty to Jetty project will provide benefits both for the community and the business sector of Broome. In addition, it will create employment opportunities and traineeships for local people involved in the construction of the boardwalk.
For further information contact Jill Martin, telephone (08) 9191 3456.
