Victorian Minister for Outdoor Recreation Steve Dimopoulos announced the opening of the new ramp and jetty, which has space for up to 8 boats to be tied up and nearby car parking with 55 spaces big enough for a car and trailer.
The new concrete ramp is elevated two metres above the beach, which means boats can launch into deeper water. Previously the single-lane boat ramp only allowed high-tide access into Anderson Inlet for small boats.
The $5.45 million project also includes guard rails, a centre lane divider to make reversing easier and safer, rubber fenders on the jetty to protect boats, and solar lighting so boaters can launch before dawn or after dark.
All new car parking spaces are asphalted and the old boat ramp has been retained for smaller boat use, high-tide launching and kayak access – all popular activities in the area.
With work at Mahers Landing now complete, attention will turn to nearby Inverloch where a second jetty will be built to provide more protection from tidal flow. Construction on this project is expected to be complete by the end of the year.
Minister for Outdoor Recreation Steve Dimopoulos said “This ramp upgrade at Mahers Landing has transformed the area and will provide boaters with better access to a day out on Anderson Inlet.”
“We’re making it easier for people and families to get out on the water for fishing, water fun or just a great day in nature with family and friends.”
Member for Bass Jordan Crugnale said “The upgrades at Mahers Landing will provide all tide access to our much loved Anderson Inlet and be another launching option for boaters, fishers and other water users.”
