Bypass and fishing the focus of Premier’s north Bellarine visit

DESIGN works for the Drysdale Bypass will begin within weeks, paving the way for major construction to startin September this year.

Premier Daniel Andrews and Bellarine MP Lisa Neville visited the site of the new bypass on Friday to get a first-hand look at how this project will benefit the growing Drysdale and Bellarine communities.

“This project has been talked about for more than 40 years, now we’re getting on and delivering it,” Mr Andrews said.

“The new bypass will upgrade the local roads people rely on, reduce congestion in Drysdale, boost safety and slash travel times along the Bellarine Peninsula.”

During his visit, Mr Andrews also stopped in at Clifton Springs to announce $320,000 funding for thetown’s jetty, to upgrade and double its length.

The 35-metre extension will include a light at the end of the platform, hand rails and rod holders along its length to
make it more convenient to wet a line for calamari, flathead, whiting or small snapper.

“Whether you’re a local in Clifton Springs or a keen angler from further afield, the extension to the fishing platform will get more people fishing and help support the local economy – and that means jobs,” Mr Andrews said.