Hastings: Northern Pontoon Renewal

Project typeOpen Space
Project value$271,000

Following previous works to upgrade the Hastings Boat Ramp Precinct, further funding has been provided by Better Boating Victoria to renew the existing pontoon, north of the boat ramp.

This boat ramp is the busiest along Western Port, serving the local population, a large local boating population, the Western Angling Club, Hastings Yacht Club, emergency services including Water Police, Coastguard and Volunteer Search and Rescue. The pontoon had reached the point of no longer being safe for user groups.

The aim of this project was to bring the Hastings Boat Ramp Northern Pontoon back up to the standards identified in the Victorian Boating Facility Maintenance Guidelines. The Northern pontoon had reached end of life, with the bumpers falling off and connection rods starting to break. The pontoon had separated, being held together by the concrete piles. Investment in the pontoon will ensure the facilities remain functional and safe for all users.

Works commenced onsite in late April with major works completed including the installation of a new gangway and pontoon segments. In August, new solar lighting was installed to finalise the project.

Update: August 2024