Works set to commence on popular boating site

A POPULAR Bellarine destination for recreational boating, yachting, fishing and offshore diving is set for car parking upgrades to provide better access for local aquatic users.

The Clifton Springs Boat Harbour Upgrade will increase the number of formal car parks and improve traffic flow at the site by adding 30 new car-trailer unit spaces and an asphalt carpark seal.

The upgrade is being funded by the Victorian Government’s Better Boating Fund ($350,000), a previous Boating Safety and Facilities Program grant of $250,000 and a $200,000 contribution from the Commonwealth Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure (LRCI) Program.

City of Greater Geelong mayor Trent Sullivan said the upgrades will allow more locals and visitors to get out on the water.

“I’m a regular at the Clifton Springs Boat Harbour and like my fellow boaties, I’ve watched as the facility has become increasingly popular and struggled to meet demand,” Cr Sullivan said.

“The parking upgrade will make a significant difference to the harbour, which has been identified as a growth area, and the city team is pleased to be delivering the works.

“It has immense recreational, economic and environmental value to the community.”

Federal member for Corangamite Libby Coker said the federal government was proud to be supporting local councils in their delivery of community infrastructure.

“The LRCI program is all about making sure our communities have the safe, reliable, and functional infrastructure they need.

“Anyone who knows Clifton Springs will understand just how important boating is to the local community for work, recreation, and for driving tourism throughout the north Bellarine.”