By Jolene Ogle
The unsightly abandoned vessel Ivaka has finally been removed from Noosa River at a cost of $16,500.
State Member for Noosa Glen Elmes has congratulated Maritime Safety Queensland for arranging for the removal of the hulk ‘Ivaka’ from the Noosa River last week.
“It has been a long and complicated process, but now there is one less eyesore on our beautiful river,” he said.
“The health of the Noosa River is a priority for the entire community – whether it is keeping the river and foreshore free from pollution, reporting unauthorised waste discharge from vessels or ensuring run-off into the waterway is not contaminated, our river will only retain its fantastic water quality rating if we are all dedicated to its health.
Mr Elmes said as the State Member he would continue to work with Noosa Council and the many State Government agencies to improve the management of the river and provide for more local control and community engagement.
Claytons Towing towed away the hulk and a spokesperson said it was a tricky job with only a small window in which to carry out the operation.
The spokesperson said the boat was in bad condition, so they had to keep the hulk together while transporting it. The boat will now be turned into scrap metal.
