Kyowa Rock Bags: Fostering Plant Growth

A Natural Barrier Against Coastal Erosion The erosion problem at this popular Sydney beach is one that many coastal regions face globally. Rising sea levels and increasingly intense storms have eroded the precious coastal land, threatening homes and ecosystems. In the search for an effective erosion control measure, Kyowa Rock Bags have proven to be

... Continue reading.

Protecting Australia’s Most Loved Coastlines With Kyowa Rock Bags

Rock Bags providing beach erosion protection

Our Coastlines Are Disappearing! Fortunately for us Aussies, we’re surrounded by gorgeous coastlines and amazing views that make the long drives a little shorter! However, unfortunately we’ve built many of these roads a little too close. In this case of one of Australia’s most famous coastline roads, the beach was eroding quite severely. To protect

... Continue reading.

Time for ‘Room for the River’

Flexible net gabions supporting a retaining wall on the Murray river

Have you heard of the ‘Room for the River’ concept? It’s an intriguing approach to flood protection that was started by the Dutch Government. To explain, they create designated areas where the river can overflow, which helps manage high water levels and minimise flood damage when needed. It’s a bit different from the dyke construction

... Continue reading.

Solving Creek Erosion One Rock Bag at A Time

Kyowa Rock Bags used for creek erosion

Creeks and streams often become a natural attraction no matter where you live. Littered with leaves, or perhaps bordered by grass, they are a place we draw to for the peace. Most of the time, in Australia, your local stream is barely likely to even trickle. If it does flow, it probably won’t sweep anybody

... Continue reading.

Erosion On Our Farms

preventing river erosion caused by water in australian farms

Everybody loves water, but farmers even more so! Without it, their crops, and livestock struggle, threatening their jobs and lifestyles. However, high levels of erosion caused by water are no joke. Too much water can also be destructive and cause serious issues such as erosion on our farms. Rain bombs, large storms and La Nina

... Continue reading.

Temporary or Permanent Erosion Solution

Emergency, Temporary or Permanent Scour and Erosion Solutions Flooding is not a new natural disaster. So why do so many flood prone communities wait until it’s too late to protect their loved ones and belongings? It’s common to severely underestimate the severity of the inclining weather conditions. When it is left to late, there’s nothing

... Continue reading.

Saving the Pilbara Rail Bridge From Scouring

road rail bridge maintenance

Take me to the Pilbara any day! Pilbara’s vast landscapes, bright colours, and incredibly other-worldly scenery are beyond magic. Its remote outback and pristine natural wonders could easily inspire the most epic adventures. The Pilbara Rail Bridge Do you know what else is impressive about Pilbara? Its infrastructure! Take a look at this extended bridge

... Continue reading.

Rock Bags: Home for Seaweed and the Fishes

Rock bags at Swansea

Tidal activities are a natural phenomenon that causes ocean water levels to rise and fall. Low tides are favourable for us to engage in marine activities, but high tides can cause damage to our properties. So, we need effective marine environment protection measures to safeguard coastal areas from high tides. We can’t control how nature

... Continue reading.

Wave Swell Energy is Swell! Rock Bags for Scour Protection at King Island’s Wave Zone

King Island rock bags

You might already know how Kyowa rock bags come in handy to control the scouring of sand near lakes, rivers, creeks, bridges, and railways. But hey! Here’s how rock bags helped tackle wave scour in Australia. Specifically at King Island’s Wave Zone. Wave Swell Energy Unit Another Aussie success story, just like Google Maps, Wi-Fi,

... Continue reading.