The state government is improving recreational boating experiences through a $42 million package to upgrade boating infrastructure across the state, including ramps, car parks, pontoons and jetties.
Funded from boaters’ registration and licence fees, the investment is part of the Victorian Recreational Boating Action Plan 2022-23.
Fishing and Boating Minister Sonya Kilkenny said the investment would also improve boating safety for boating families, including those in Maribyrnong and Hobsons Bay.
“We’re upgrading boat ramps across the state to create more opportunities for families to enjoy the great outdoors by hitting the water,” she said.
Works will also include upgrading access roads to make it easier to get to boating spots.
The state govenrment is allocating a further $3.45 million across 22 locations to progress planning and approvals to facilitate future upgrades.
The plan is investing $3.3 million to continue the state government’s promise to remove fees at public boat ramps, while $2 million will support managers of public boat ramps with maintenance of their facilities.
Details: www.betterboating.vic.gov.au
