An extra ramp and an accessible pontoon will be part of upgrades to the Werribee South boat ramp.
State Outdoor Recreation Minister Steve Dimopoulos recently visited the Werribee South boat ramp to announce the latest round of better boating fund will invest $36.3 million in major infrastructure upgrades across Victoria, as well as significant ramp maintenance and dredging to optimise the functionality of ramps.
As part of proposed upgrades at the bustling Werribee South facility, which services growing demand from boaters in Melbourne’s booming west, an extra ramp lane and accessible pontoon will be added while the car park and entry points will be reconfigured to reduce congestion and the need to queue back onto Beach Road.
Parking and access lanes will be redesigned and resurfaced to improve traffic flow and create a small number of additional spaces for cars with boat trailers.
The $2.2 million project will also improve boat preparation areas so skippers can rig their vessels out of the way.
Ramp managers will be able to undertake critical dredging and ramp maintenance through a pair of competitive grants programs worth a combined $1 million, while planning will begin for future upgrades at another seven facilities.
Point Cook MP Mat Hilakari said these upgrades ensure boating remains accessible and enjoyable for families right across Melbourne’s west, while also supporting local jobs and our visitor economy.
Werribee MP John Lister said Werribee’s boating community will benefit greatly from these upgrades – making it easier and safer for locals and visitors to enjoy time on the water.
