Frankston Boat Harbour approved  


Port Phillip Bay boaties benefit from better boating facilities

Frankston Boat Harbour looks set to go ahead, providing much needed berthing facilities on Melbourne's Port Phillip Bay. The new facility will feature public wet and dry berths, creating a safe refuge for boat owners who enjoy the often challenging conditions of the bay.

According to Frankston City Mayor Colin Hampton, "The Frankston Safe Boat Harbour will become one of the premier public boating facilities on Port Phillip Bay, attracting a significant number of visitors to Frankston. The State Government's long term plan is for this harbour to form part of a network of similar facilities around Port Phillip Bay, opening up new tourism opportunities."

"A workshop was held last year to allow Councillors to gauge the degree of support for the project from both State Government and private sector levels. As the Safe Boat Harbour is to be substantially funded and operated by the private sector, this support hinges on the long-term viability of the project.

Frankston City Chief Executive Officer Steve Gawler said the Frankston Safe Boat Harbour is now a step closer to reality, with Council working closely with the State Government to finalise its Preferred Development Model for the facility.

"As a result Council endorsed a Preferred Development Model, which highlighted additional elements considered necessary to ensure its viability. The four main changes Council has agreed to were to remove restrictions on vessel and berth sizes, increase floor space for commercial facilities (i.e. boat repairs, food, marine retail), provide for dry boat storage, and include short-stay accommodation.

"The Minister has now referred the Preferred Development Model to an independent advisory body as part of the process on complying with State Government policy.

Boat owners, local residents and visitors will reap the benefits with the Preferred Development Model to include:

  • Up to 300 wet berths
  • As many as 400 dry storage berths
  • Boat ramp with five ramps and dual landings
  • Public promenades, pathways and play areas available for foreshore recreation
  • Restaurants, cafes and marine related retail businesses
  • Space to accommodate local marine clubs and emergency services
  • Holiday accommodation units


More information is available at

Frankston City Council

 



Updated July 2009
 

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