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Newhaven jetty in Bass Coast Shire ready to be renewed

Bass Coast Shire Council is getting ready to complete a renewal of Newhaven Jetty, which has been damaged due to age and wear and tear from wave action.

By news@gippsland - 9th December 2021 - Back to News

The jetty will be closed throughout the duration of the works, however the boat ramp will remain open during the construction period. Work will start on Monday, 13 December and is expected to be completed prior to Christmas, subject to favourable weather, tides and contractor availability.

Bass Coast Shire Council is getting ready to complete a renewal of Newhaven Jetty, which has been damaged due to age and wear and tear from wave action

Project improve capacity during high tide

The project includes increasing the height of the lower deck to improve capacity during high tide for boat launching and retrieval. The existing upper deck will be replaced and improvements to the substructure will also be completed.

This $185,000 project is being funded through the Victorian Government's investment into improving recreational boating and is being completed as part of Council's 2021/22 Capital Works Program for Marine Structures.

Minimised disruptions during construction

The works will include the use of large plants and machinery and might be noisy at times. Council understands that these works may present an inconvenience to nearby residents and appreciates their patience during these times. Appropriate traffic/pedestrian measures will be in place throughout the duration of the works. The contractor will make every effort to minimise disruptions during construction.

For more information on this project, visit Newhaven renewal works or contact Council's Infrastructure Delivery Team on 1300 BCOAST (226 278) or (03) 5671 2211, or email basscoast@basscoast.vic.gov.au.

Pictures from Bass Coast Shire Council Facebook page.

Source: www.gippsland.com

Published by: news@gippsland.com