A ramp beside the St Clair Surf Life Saving Club was removed at the weekend as the ocean continues to batter the sea wall.

The DCC says stability issues meant it was too dangerous for contractors to work under the structure.

Sheet piling was placed in front of the seawall today to protect it, and concrete will be poured along the toe of the panels tomorrow.

The intention is to replace the ramp once the area has been stabilised.