North Beach Jetty - North Beach, Western Australia
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blingg
S 31° 51.402 E 115° 45.128
50J E 381945 N 6474769
A plaque overlooking the jetty
Waymark Code: WMRMEP
Location: Western Australia, Australia
Date Posted: 07/08/2016
Views: 2
The plaque overlooking the jetty is set in the middle of the dual-use path along West Coast Dr, this is the second jetty to be built on the site, the first was constructed in the early 1900's and was demolished , blown-up by the army, when it became too dangerous to access. After years of protests the second jetty was built although only one third the length of the original in the early 1970's . The jetty is a popular fishing spot.
The wording on the plaque reads:-
"The original North Beach Jetty stood off the coast from the early 1900's , until it's demolition in 1966. For many years it was a popular destination for beach visitors and recreational fishers"
Age/Event Date: 1900's 1966
Type of Historic Marker: Plaque only
Type of Historic Marker if other: Not listed
Related Website: Not listed
Historic Resources.: Not listed
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