Transport for NSW celebrates completion of the Coffs Harbour Marine Precinct

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The transformation of Coffs Harbour Marine Precinct is now complete, with Transport for NSW finishing construction on the Vessel Refuelling Facility.

The 10,000L unleaded petrol, vessel-accessible refuelling facility is now operational for public, commercial and government agency use for vessels up to 12 metres in length.

Over the past four years, Transport for NSW Maritime has been working hard to upgrade infrastructure at the marine precinct.

The new and improved Coffs Harbour Marine Precinct also includes:

  •  a new boat maintenance facility, including a 75-tonne travel lift
  • refurbishment of the existing agency buildings and improvements to external areas
  • expansion of the government agency marina.

NSW Maritime Executive Director Mark Hutchings says the upgrade is a huge boost for the local community.

"The completion of the Vessel Refuelling Facility marks the end of a four-year upgrade project to deliver modern, safe boating facilities to the people of Coffs Harbour,” says Mr Hutchings.

"Coffs Harbour now has a state-of-the-art vessel refuelling facility, a fantastic new boat maintenance facility, a world-class boat ramp, and better infrastructure at the marina.”

“These improvements to maritime infrastructure are a big upgrade for local boaters, but they’re also crucial to ensure our staff can provide timely safety and marine-related services.”

“Better maritime infrastructure also benefits the greater Coffs Harbour community by attracting boaters all up and down the coast to this fantastic harbour.”

The completion of the marine precinct follows the opening of the upgraded boat ramp and facilities, which features a more spacious carpark, new toilet block, upgraded cleaning tables, and a shared path for pedestrians and cyclists.

City of Coffs Harbour Council is now responsible for the ongoing management of the landside boat ramp facilities, while Transport for NSW will continue management waterside.

The Vessel Refuelling Facility will be operated by the current operator of the adjacent Boat Maintenance Facility, GC Boatyards. Further information can be found on the operator’s webpage https://gcboatyards.com.au.

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