{"id":84586,"date":"2024-04-12T04:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-04-11T18:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/bellarinetimes\/?p=84586"},"modified":"2024-04-12T16:12:34","modified_gmt":"2024-04-12T06:12:34","slug":"st-leonards-boat-ramp-set-for-major-upgrades","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/bellarinetimes\/news\/st-leonards-boat-ramp-set-for-major-upgrades\/","title":{"rendered":"St Leonards boat ramp set for major upgrades"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>THE popular St Leonards boat ramp is set for significant upgrades, with construction scheduled to start in late May and be complete in time for summer.<\/p>\n<p>Funded by the state government through recreational boating licence and registration fees, the improvements aim to enhance the boating experience.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_84627\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-84627\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-84627\" src=\"https:\/\/static.timesnewsgroup.com.au\/prod\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/04\/fbf55936-cd92-40a9-9b92-a9b501fda65a-1024x709-2-300x208.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"415\" srcset=\"https:\/\/static.timesnewsgroup.com.au\/prod\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/04\/fbf55936-cd92-40a9-9b92-a9b501fda65a-1024x709-2-300x208.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/static.timesnewsgroup.com.au\/prod\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/04\/fbf55936-cd92-40a9-9b92-a9b501fda65a-1024x709-2-768x532.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/static.timesnewsgroup.com.au\/prod\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2024\/04\/fbf55936-cd92-40a9-9b92-a9b501fda65a-1024x709-2.jpeg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-84627\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">St Leonards Boat Ramp Upgrades concept plans. Image: SUPPLIED<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Member for Bellarine, Alison Marchant, highlighted the importance of the ramp as a local asset.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;St Leonards is one of the most popular spots to hit the water on the Bellarine Peninsula, and this project will provide more protection for boaters when they&#8217;re heading out or coming back to the ramp,&#8221; Ms Marchant said.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;The ramp is a key community asset and local boaters have been passionate about this project, so this significant step toward construction will be welcome news.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Designed to facilitate easier access to nearby fishing grounds, the project will improve conditions for launching and retrieving boats.<\/p>\n<p>Key enhancements include a rebuilt 65-metre jetty, an expanded T-section, and the installation of wave screens for better protection against the wind.<\/p>\n<p>Additional features will ensure all-abilities access, including a new accessible gangway and a boat lift.<\/p>\n<p>Shaped by extensive community consultation, the design also incorporates new fenders and cleats to assist boaters.<\/p>\n<p>The ramp will be closed during the construction phase, with updates available online.<\/p>\n<p>Boaters are encouraged to use the Boating Vic app for alternative ramp locations and local conditions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>THE popular St Leonards boat ramp is set for significant upgrades, with construction scheduled to start in late May and be complete in time for summer. 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