Dawsons Cove boat ramp upgrade safer for boaters
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Dawsons Cove boat ramp upgrade safer for boaters

Member for Gippsland East, Tim Bull, today officially opened the newly completed Dawsons Cove Boat Ramp.

“Recreational boating is an important way of life for many Victorians, and ensuring that we maintain safety and accessibility for our waterways is a priority,” said Mr Bull.

“The existing old single boat ramp had become unsafe for users and the new double lane concrete boat ramp has created safer and easier access to the Gippsland Lakes for both small and large watercraft.

“Funded through the Boating Safety and Facilities Program (BSFP) this upgrade is a terrific outcome for the local and visiting boating fraternity.

“The government is investing in initiatives that benefit the community and the new boat ramp will be a valuable asset in continuing to provide a safer and more enjoyable environment for recreational boaters,” said Mr Bull.

The BSFP provided $112,000 for the project, with co-funding of $28,000 provided by East Gippsland Shire Council and this is yet another example of local and state government working well together in this region to achieve positive outcomes.

“Along with the newly completed toilet block, playground, barbecue area and sealed road access to the new boat ramp, these improvements will provide a great facility,” Mr Bull said. Minister for Ports, Dr Napthine, said “the Victorian Government is proud to partner with East Gippsland Shire Council in supporting such a great local initiative, especially coming up to the summer holiday season where safety on the water is very important.”

“This is a beautiful part of the world and I would encourage Victorian recreational boaters to get down to Dawsons Cove and the Gippsland Lakes to make the most of what this great State has to offer.”

Federal Member for Gippsland, Darren Chester, said “there’s an ongoing need to invest in quality infrastructure throughout the Gippsland Lakes for the benefit of locals and visitors to the region.

“I’ll continue to work in partnership with Local and State Government authorities to ensure our region receives a fair share of funding for future upgrades,” said Mr Chester.