Lake Macquarie boaties are set to benefit from safer and more accessible waterway infrastructure, thanks to the NSW Government’s Boating Infrastructure for Communities Grant Program.

Lake Macquarie City Council has been awarded $1,102,761 in funding to replace the deteriorated Croudace Bay Boat Ramp structure with a new three-lane, non-slip, and extended ramp.

The upgraded Boat Ramp will not only improve waterway safety and accessibility for local boaters, visitors, and families, but will also have significant environmental benefits by reducing sediment movement and marine ecosystem disruption.

The Minns Labor Government is committed to investing in better, safer and more accessible waterways, with 46 projects funded under the $23 million Boating Infrastructure for Communities Grant Program, part of the $44 million Boating Infrastructure and Dredging Scheme.

A full list of successful projects are available at Boating Infrastructure for Communities | NSW Government

Quotes attributable to the Hon Jodie Harrison MP, Member for Charlestown:

“This investment will make a real difference to our community and will ensure more people of all abilities can safely access and enjoy our beautiful lake.

“In addition to the environmental benefits, these upgrades will create more opportunities for visitors to spend time and money in our local cafes, tackle shops and accommodation.”

Quotes attributable to the Hon Jenny Aitchison MP, Minister for Regional Transport:

“These upgrades are about delivering better, safer, and more accessible infrastructure to communities who rely on our waterways for work, leisure and connection.

“The Minns Labor Government is getting on with the job of delivering infrastructure that matters - projects that support safer launching, better access, and inclusive facilities for people of all abilities.”