Local ports
The Department of Transport oversees the Government's responsibilities around Victoria's local ports.
Latest news
24 February 2012
Three options for Mallacoota boat ramp for assessment
The Victorian Government is working with East Gippsland Shire Council on the Mallacoota Open Ocean Access Development (also known as the Bastion Point boat ramp development) a proposed project to provide a new boat ramp at Mallacoota and replace the existing inadequate facility.
29 November 2011
Vic Coalition announces $2 million boost for Port Welshpool Long Jetty
The Government has committed a further $2 million towards the restoration of Port Welshpool's historic Long Jetty. This brings its total funding contribution to $5 million, which is being provided through the Regional Growth Fund.
4 November 2011
Pelican returns for Lakes Entrance dredge program
Maintenance dredging at Lakes Entrance will provide safe access for recreational boaters and support the region's $200 million commercial fishing industry.
10 August 2011
Local Ports $2 million upgrade in Port Philip and Western Port
A $2 million funding package will provide safer and more accessible facilities for thousands of recreational and commercial boaters, and support the well-being and economic success of local communities. See the video of the announcement of the funding package to find out more.
14 July 2011
$1.4 million to replace ancient Apollo Bay dredge
The Colac Otway Shire will purchase a brand new dredging vessel to service Apollo Bay Harbour thanks to a $1.4 million Government grant. An additional $780,000 has also been provided for operational costs and asset maintenance, benefiting thousands of recreational boaters and supporting the local fishing industry.
20 April 2011
New Gippsland Ports Board
New members of the Gippsland Ports Committee of Management have been announced. This board oversees infrastructure assets and provides services to assist boating, marine and offshore industries operating within the waterways stretching from Anderson Inlet to Mallacoota.
21 January 2011
Breakwater upgrade for Apollo Bay
Apollo Bay is set to receive upgrade works to its breakwater, to maintain a safe harbour for commercial and recreational boating vessels.