Coffs Harbour Marine Precinct Project

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Project overview

The NSW Government is funding major improvements to the Coffs Harbour Marine Precinct, which services the harbour and local region by providing essential facilities for government, local and visiting vessels.

Latest news

February 2024 – Work continues on the Vessel Refuelling Facility

Marine work on the Vessel Refuelling Facility will continue over the coming weeks. The work will involve the installation of piles, a gangway and a floating pontoon. We will also be repairing some broken piles in the marina area as part of our ongoing commitment to providing safe infrastructure for recreational and commercial use.

Access to the public pontoon will be impacted. We ask skippers to be aware of an increase in construction activity and to take care while navigating waters nearby. Please see Next Steps below for more information on construction activities and timing.

Next Steps

  • From Monday 19 February to Friday 1 March piling work will begin (marked Area 1 on the map). The public pontoon will be closed during this time.  
  • From Monday 26 February to Friday 8 March, work will begin to repair the fixed jetty (marked Area 2 on the map below). Moored vessels at this location will need to be moved for the duration of the work which is expected to take place over two weeks.
  • From Monday 4 March to Friday 15 March work will take place on the pontoon adjacent to the Fish Co-Op (marked “Area 3” on the map below). Moored vessels at these locations will need to be moved for the duration of the work which is expected to take place over one week.

Work to the precinct is expected to be completed by late-March 2024, weather and maritime conditions permitting.

We will keep the community updated as work progresses.
 

Project information

Background

Improvements to the Coffs Harbour Marine Precinct will include:

  • construction of a new boat maintenance facility, including a 75-tonne travel lift
  • refurbishment of the existing buildings and improvements to external areas
  • installation of a 10,000L unleaded petrol, vessel accessible refuelling facility for public and government agency use
  • expansion of the government agency marina.

The project will ensure government marine agencies have up-to-date infrastructure located in close proximity to the harbour in order to provide timely safety and marine related services.

The project will also provide modern vessel maintenance and refuelling facilities for use by public, commercial and marine agencies. 

Community information

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

  • When will the travel lift be open?

  • The travel lift is open and operational.

  • When will the vessel refuelling facility be open?
    The vessel refuelling facility is expected to open in mid-2024.

  • Who is the operator of the travel lift and how can I get in contact?
    The operator of the facility is GC Marine. GC Marine may be contacted via phone on 02 6516 2209 or via the contact form at www.gcboatyards.com.au.

  • How can I lift my boat out of the water now?
    Please contact the operator of the travel lift to book in boat lifting. GC Marine may be contacted via phone on 02 6516 2209 or via the contact form at www.gcboatyards.com.au.

  • Will I need to pay to use the facilities?
    Yes. Rates are set by the operator, GC Marine. GC Marine may be contacted via phone on 02 6516 2209 or via the contact form at www.gcboatyards.com.au.

  • What are the maximum boat dimensions and weight the travel lift can lift?
    The travel lift will be able to support a vessel that weighs 75 tonnes. Maximum dimensions include a beam of 8m and an overall length (LOA) of 25m.

  • Can I do work on my boat on the maintenance stand?
    Please refer to the operator’s website to learn more about their services provided. GC Marine may be contacted via phone on 02 6516 2209 or via the contact form at www.gcboatyards.com.au.

  • What will the parking arrangements after the project is completed?

  • There will be a change to the current informal parking arrangements at the Coffs Harbour Marine Precinct. The project will formalise dedicated parking spaces for marine agency operational vehicles to allow 24/7 access for emergency response and services. These parking spaces will be clearly signed posted and line marked to identify them as operational vehicles only. The project scope does not include additional parking for the community, nor private vehicle parking for government staff.

  • Will there be an upgrade to the Coffs Harbour boat ramp?
    Yes, please refer to the Coffs Harbour boat ramp page for further information and the latest project news.

Project documents

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Reports

Contact us

For more information contact the Coffs Harbour Marine Precinct Project Team:

Phone: 1800 161 188 (toll free)

Email: coffsharbourmarineprecinct@transport.nsw.gov.au

Mail: Coffs Harbour Marine Precinct, Transport-Maritime, Locked Bag 5100, Camperdown, NSW 1450

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