Forty-six maritime projects are to be funded in Australia’s New South Wales under a Boating Infrastructure for Communities Grant Programme.
The programme is part of a AUD $44 million Boating Infrastructure and Dredging Scheme, to support the delivery of projects that include upgrades to public boating infrastructure, improvements to disability access, and the development of strategic plans for future needs to deliver safer more accessible waterways for communties across NSW.
One of the investments includes $2.3 million towards the upgrade of Matty’s Flat Reserve on the Macleay River to improve accessibility, enhance safety for boat launching during peak periods, and stimulate economic growth in the Macleay Valley through increased tourism and recreational fishing activity.
Recreational boaters
Other projects include:
· $1.7 million towards the upgrade of Belmont Public Wharf to improve access to Lake Macquarie by enhancing safety, accessibility, and the overall usability of the wharf for recreational boaters.
· $1.5 million towards the upgrade of the Ulladulla Southern Harbour aging boat ramp that will include expanding the facility with longer ramps and improved access to accommodate a wider range of vessels.
· $1.5 million towards the upgrade of Mackerel Beach Wharf to enable all-tide access, improved disability access and increased safety and reliability.
More accessible infrastructure
· $1.2 million towards the upgrade of the Lintern Street Wharf and Boat Ramp in Davistown to enhance accessibility and improve community access to Brisbane Water.
“These upgrades are about delivering better, safer, and more accessible infrastructure to communities who rely on our waterways for work, leisure and connection,” said Minister for Regional Transport, Jenny Aitchison.
“From Macleay to Lake Macquarie, Ulladulla to the Hawkesbury, these investments will make a real difference, supporting tourism, local jobs and long-term economic growth in regional NSW.”
Executive Director NSW Maritime Mark Hutchings, Transport for NSW added: “These projects will support both recreational and commercial users while strengthening local communities.
“It’s all about making sure our boating infrastructure keeps up with demand and continues to meet the needs of the community – not just for today, but well into the future.”
