The state government has confirmed the collapsed Pelican Marina at Lake Macquarie will be demolished.
Tenants have been advised demolition is now the only option, after the structure moved further overnight.
“We will make every effort to retrieve their precious items – but that depends on how the demolition unfolds and the risks to safety,” said Marwan El-Chamy from DPI – Lands.
“We understand that this incident is distressing for all the tenants, and we are now providing as much support as possible, including counselling and assistance with alternative accommodation.”
The removal will be overseen by Crown Lands (now the Department of Primary Industries – Lands), with Public Works and RMS also helping.
Two barges are on standby and a boom will be used to capture any items that fall into Swansea channel.
RMS has also established a vessel exclusion area until February 19, with reduced speed limits for boaties in the area.
