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Better Boating Victoria

Locality: East Melbourne, Victoria

Address: 1 Spring Street 3000 East Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Website: https://betterboating.vic.gov.au

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25.01.2022 Love the Gippsland Lakes? Well, you're going to love it even more because the Seacombe boat ramp is set to get a $435,000 upgrade thanks to the Victorian Government. The upgrade will deliver improved access to McLennan Strait, with a new wider single-lane, all-tide boat ramp and new fish cleaning facilities. New pathways and lighting will also be installed as well as an accessible platform to allow everyone to enjoy the fishing opportunities at the landing.... For more info, visit: https://go.vic.gov.au/ddRfGz Wellington Shire Council

24.01.2022 You want more parking at Clifton Springs? You got it. The City of Greater Geelong has received $250,000 from the Boating Safety and Facilities Program to upgrade parking at the Clifton Springs boat harbour, which can get chock-a-block in peak boating season. We’ll be working with City of Greater Geelong and boating stakeholders to deliver this project. Stay tuned for updates as this work progresses. Victorian Fisheries Authority VRFish

20.01.2022 As many of you know, Patterson River got slammed last weekend. Here's an update from DELWP PortPhillip the licensed manager of the Launchingway precinct. If you have any queries or feedback about Patterson River, we would encourage you to reach out to them. We hope you have a safe and successful long weekend break. Remember to make sure your vessel is in good working order and check the weather at: www.boatingvic.gov.au before you head out.

18.01.2022 This morning we met with Parks Victoria at Cape Conran to talk about enhancing functionality at this popular Gippsland boating facility. Providing ocean access to great fishing, we know there’s room for improvement at this ramp and we’ll be working with boat ramp users and key stakeholders to progress options. We’re also working closely with Maritime Safety Victoria who are working on upgrading the camera to allow boaters to see conditions at Cape Conran ramp in real time via... the Boating Vic app. Cape Conran can be treacherous, so we’d encourage you to check the weather and the tidal conditions before you launch your boat at: https://www.boating.vic.gov.au/ramps/a157F000001P6UiQAK

18.01.2022 Port Phillip is a busy waterway and hosts some of the biggest cargo liners in the world. So, if you’re boating in the bay, chances are you’re not the biggest fish in the sea. That means it’s important you steer clear of big ships. Check out Victorian Ports tips how to stay safe here: https://go.vic.gov.au/HrcIac

17.01.2022 We’re kick starting planning for a future upgrade of the car park at Warneet boat ramp. In the coming weeks, we’ll be working with boating stakeholders to better understand the needs of people who use the ramp. We’ll then produce a concept plan that we’ll also be seeking your feedback on. Stay tuned for updates as this project progresses.... Victorian Fisheries Authority, VRFish See more

16.01.2022 We met with Marty Corkill from The Essendon Anglers Club and Ben Scullin from VRFish today on the banks of the Maribyrnong River to discuss the $1.6M commitment to provide a new boat ramp. Better Boating Victoria will progress these works throughout 2021 stay tuned for more updates in the New Year. Maritime Safety Victoria Victorian Fisheries Authority Parks Victoria Melbourne Water DELWP PortPhillip

16.01.2022 The Queenscliff boating facility upgrade is one step closer, with the lodging of the planning application. You can view the upgrade design and all supporting information on the Borough of Queenscliffe website here: https://go.vic.gov.au/WbC8Z5 The application is listed as: 1 Hesse Street, Queenscliff (JL Jordan Reserve - boat ramp), application 2020/07. We will be hosting a Q & A session on December 10th at 2pm and 6pm. These will run for 1 hour each and allow the community ...to meet the design team and ask any questions you may have. We’ll be releasing more information about where these sessions will be held soon. For more information about the Queenscliffe boat ramp upgrade visit: https://go.vic.gov.au/4PF5RC Victorian Fisheries Authority Parks Victoria Maritime Safety Victoria VRFish Borough of Queenscliffe

13.01.2022 Going boating is an adventure and that’s why we love it! But preparing properly is essential and means everyone comes home safe and sound. So, before you hit the water, check out Maritime Safety Victoria’s Knowledge Hub it’s got everything you need to plan for an awesome day out: https://www.boating.vic.gov.au/knowledgehub

11.01.2022 Hastings Boat Ramp Construction Update Construction continues to move at a rapid rate with the final boat ramp panel concrete pours taking place. Next week, accompanying works will be carried out to move towards completing the physical construction of the ramp. These works will include constructing the concrete edge kerbing, installing the central mountable kerbs, placing rock at the base of the ramp, and reinstating the asphalt at the top edge of the ramp.... Following the ramp construction, several on-site activities will then take place prior to the ramp re-opening. The large cofferdam (temporary formwork) will be disassembled and removed from site, with a new pontoon extension then lifted into place to connect the newly constructed ramp to the existing pontoon / jetty. A large crane, heavy machinery, materials and temporary site offices will then be removed from the area to provide access to the ramp. With the ramp construction and on-site activities progressing as quickly and safely as possible, the ramp is expected to be re-opened from mid-November. To stay up to date on the project, further updates will be provided via Mornington Peninsula Shire webpage: www.mornpen.vic.gov.au/hastingsboatramp

09.01.2022 Warrnambool turned on the charm today when we met with Warrnambool City Council to talk about fixing the boat ramp. We had some positive discussions with the Warrnambool team about options for new jetties and improving the ramp as the first stage of works. We look forward to collaborating with the council and their community reference group to progress improvements at Warrnambool boat ramp. Stay tuned for updates.

09.01.2022 Check out the new all-access pontoon that's been installed at Patterson River. This new structure replaces an old damaged pontoon known as the ‘Coast Guard’ pontoon. This new pontoon includes a small ramp allowing people in wheelchairs access from the main pontoon to a lower launching area. Parks Victoria are working to relocate the disability access hoist (currently between ramps 1 and 2) to the new pontoon to facilitate loading and unloading of people using wheelchairs into... vessels. Big shout out to Parks Vic for progressing these works.

06.01.2022 Better parking and less congestion is on the horizon at the Altona boat ramp! Thanks to the government’s commitment to improving boating across Victoria, $100,000 has been provided to develop concept designs that will increase car and trailer parking and improve functionality and congestion at the Altona facility. We will be working closely with Hobsons Bay City Council, who will deliver the project, and boating stakeholders during the development of the concept designs.... This project represents the first step in improving one of Melbourne’s busiest boat ramp, stay tuned we’ll be releasing more information on this project as it becomes available. For more info visit: https://go.vic.gov.au/CkJOkj

05.01.2022 Good news for boaters at Patterson River. Parks Victoria is removing an old pontoon and installing a new one as well as a new gangway over the next day or so, weather depedent. The disability access davit will also be relocated from its current location (between ramps 1 and 2) and placed onto the new pontoon. During this time, a section of the car park will be used to facilitate the staging for these works.... Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning, Victorian Fisheries Authority, Maritime Safety Victoria, VRFish

03.01.2022 From 11:59pm on Sunday 18 October 2020, individuals can go boating and fishing (powered and unpowered) within 25 km of their residence and no time limit applies. Boat ramps and jetties are open. If you’re at a ramp or jetty, you must adhere to physical distancing of at least 1.5m. Group limits of 10 people from two households apply, and you must wear a fitted face mask at all times, unless you have a lawful reason not to. Boating maintenance is permitted with mari...ne and specialist mechanics able to operate as required for the safe operation of boats. This means that people can take their boats and trailers to businesses that provide boating safety inspections, necessary servicing and maintenance services within 25 km of their residence, unless the nearest service provider is further than this. The border between metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria remains in place. People from metropolitan Melbourne cannot enter regional Victoria unless they have a permitted reason and vice-versa. Recreation such as boating is not a permitted reason for travelling across the border between metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria. Marine businesses with COVIDSafe Plans are open, and must have the four square metre rule and cleaning requirements in place. For more information visit the Business Victoria website www.business.vic.gov.au. Staying safe is more important than ever. So please, keep wearing a mask, keep maintaining your distance and if you feel sick, get tested and stay home. Learn more about the roadmap for reopening and current restrictions: https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/ Stay up to date with the latest health advice by visiting the DHHS website: https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus Victorian Fisheries Authority Maritime Safety Victoria Parks Victoria Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning

03.01.2022 With fair weather forecast this week, we're hopeful good things are on the horizon. However, it’s really important to be well prepared before you go boating. Maritime Safety Victoria's Knowledge Hub is a one stop shop that has all the info you need to plan for a safe and fun day on the water. Check it out in the link below.

03.01.2022 Going boating is an adventure and that’s why we love it! But preparing properly is essential and means everyone comes home safe and sound. So, before you hit the water, check out Maritime Safety Victoria’s Knowledge Hub it’s got everything you need to plan for an awesome day out https://www.boating.vic.gov.au/knowledgehub And don’t forget to keep COVIDSafe this includes wearing a fitted mask, practicing physical distancing, observing group size limits, and i...f you are in metro Melbourne, staying within 25km of your home. Please visit www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au for up-to-date information, updates and advice. Maritime Safety Victoria Victorian Fisheries Authority Parks Victoria

01.01.2022 Boat ramps will get busier as we head into summer. While we know queuing can be frustrating, staying calm, being kind to others and knowing how to launch and retrieve your vessel efficiently will help everyone get out on the water and return home with less stress. Check out this video for tips and remember to download the Boating Vic app for ramp information and weather conditions: https://www.boating.vic.gov.au/home

01.01.2022 Construction on the Hastings Boat Ramp Project continues to move rapidly with the new ramp rising from the water. Concrete pre-cast panels have now been installed for the lower-half of the ramp, with cast in-situ concrete now being poured for the top-half of the ramp. With works progressing as quickly and safely as possible, construction is expected to be completed in early November for the boating season.... To stay up to date on the project, check out Mornington Peninsula Shire info page here: www.mornpen.vic.gov.au/hastingsboatramp

01.01.2022 The Victorian Government has announced further easing of coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions. From 11:59pm on Sunday 8 November 2020 you can travel between regional Victoria and metropolitan Melbourne, and the 25km travel limit no longer applies. You can now go boating and fishing throughout Victoria.... Boat ramps and jetties are open. If you’re at a ramp or jetty, you must adhere to physical distancing of at least 1.5 metres and you must wear a fitted face mask at all times, unless you have a lawful reason not to. Marine and boating maintenance businesses with COVIDSafe Plans are open, and must have the four square metre rule and cleaning requirements in place. For more information visit the Business Victoria website www.business.vic.gov.au. Staying safe is more important than ever. So please, keep wearing a face mask, maintain your physical distance and if you feel sick, get tested and stay home. Learn more about the roadmap for reopening and current restrictions at coronavirus.vic.gov.au Stay up to date with the latest health advice by visiting the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) website:https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/coronavirus Victorian Fisheries Authority Maritime Safety Victoria