About Victoria's local ports

We’ve prioritised implementing the framework to manage and maintain Victoria’s local port infrastructure in a fair, consistent, and sustainable way.

The framework incorporates four principles reflecting our role in local ports:

• local economy and job growth
• tourism and recreation
• emergency response
• community and cultural value.

The framework outcomes will assist in prioritising and directing future investment to where it is needed most.

Local Port Area Plans will be developed for key precincts identified through this assessment, guided by community and stakeholder engagement.

Mornington Harbour Local Port Area Plan

A Local Port Area Plan has been developed for the Mornington Harbour. The plan proposes improvements to meet community needs, balance and enhance existing uses and create new, safer recreation and commercial uses.

The plan was released in June 2024.

Project delivery partner: Parks Victoria

To learn more, visit Parks Victoria and search for 'Mornington Harbour'.

Port Welshpool Harbour Local Port Area Plan

Gippsland Ports has considered options to make the Port Welshpool Harbour safer and more accessible for commercial and recreational vessels.

The plan was released in March 2025.

Project delivery partner: Gippsland Ports

To learn more, visit Gippsland Ports.

Rhyll Local Port Area Plan

A new plan prioritises decisions on the future management of Rhyll Jetty and the adjoining waters managed by Parks Victoria. The Rhyll Local Port Area Plan draws from the current understanding of the site, as well as ideas and aspirations generated from community feedback.

The plan was released in December 2024.

Project delivery partner: Parks Victoria

To learn more, visit Parks Victoria(opens in a new window) and search for Rhyll Local Port Area Plan'.

Sandringham Harbour Local Port Area Plan

Sandringham Harbour, one of the best-known yachting and boating destinations in Port Phillip, is guided by a Local Port Area Plan developed by Parks Victoria.

The plan was released in October 2022 and the rebuild of Hampton Pier was completed in December 2025.

Project delivery partner: Parks Victoria

To learn more, visit Parks Victoria and search for 'Sandringham Harbour Precinct'.

Sorrento Local Port Area Plan

Developed as part of the Sustainable Local Ports Framework, the final Sorrento Local Port Area Plan responds to current and future demands to ensure safe and navigable water for harbour users.

The plan was released in August 2024.

Project delivery partner: Parks Victoria

To learn more, visit Parks Victoria and search for 'Sorrento Local Port Area Plan'.

St Leonards Local Port Area Plan

Parks Victoria is developing a new plan for the future of St Leonards Pier and the adjoining waters it manages.

The St Leonards Local Port Area Plan will draw on the current understanding of the site, as well as ideas and aspirations generated from community feedback and set out a strategic direction ensure it remains a thriving maritime asset for many more years to come.

The plan was released in December 2025.

Project delivery partner: Parks Victoria

To learn more, visit Parks Victoria(opens in a new window) and search for ‘St Leonards Local Port Area Plan'.

Williamstown Local Port Area Plan

The Williamstown Local Port Area Plan supports water-based amenity, events and economic activity for Melbourne’s west, delivering more efficient maritime industry and operations. Through technical investigations and studies, along with stakeholder and community engagement, the team identified a clear vision for the on-water assets and their function.

Project delivery partner: Parks Victoria

To learn more, visit Parks Victoria and search for 'Williamstown Local Port Area Plan'.

Apollo Bay Harbour seawall investigations and repairs

Investigations and repairs to the Apollo Bay Harbour seawall and pavement at the port depot.

Planning is underway.

Project delivery partner: Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority

To learn more visit Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority.

Barwon Heads Main and Ozone Jetties repairs

Repair works to Main and Ozone Jetties at Barwon Heads continue.

Works completed include replacement of decking, deck support beams and pile repairs, repair of the jetty abutment, repair and replacement of timber capping and upgrading to stainless steel fasteners.

Further jetty repairs are being planned.

Project delivery partner: Barwon Coast Committee of Management Inc.

To learn more visit, Barwon Coast Committee of Management Inc

Dromana Pier rebuild

The current pier has severely deteriorated due to exposure to weather and the marine environment.

Extensive technical studies and planning investigations were undertaken to develop detailed designs for a rebuilt Dromana Pier.

The new pier design builds on the community’s strong preference for an accessible visitor experience, with solid timber decking replacing the concrete.

Seating will be installed along the pier, Arthurs Seat and the Mornington Peninsula.

The pier will meet modern accessibility requirements and feature additional safety railing.

Lighting along the walkway will illuminate the pier for pedestrian and boat safety and reduce impacts on aquatic life.

Construction commenced in October 2025.

Project delivery partner: Parks Victoria

To learn more about these improvements, visit Parks Victoria and search for 'Dromana Pier'.

Flinders Pier repairs

The original Flinders Pier was built in the 1860s and most recently replaced in 1970. Substantial modifications have taken place, including removing the tramway, timber railing, and seating, replacing the decking, removing the landing at the northern end of the pier, and altering the width and landings.

Works commenced in December 2025.

Project delivery partner: Parks Victoria

To learn more about these improvements, visit Parks Victoria and search for 'Flinders Pier'.

Lakes Entrance Training Walls renewal

Works are planned to stabilise the historic timber structure by installing rock-filled geotextile bags into the training walls, and new large armour rock along the channel side of the walls.

Further heritage and pedestrian access works will be undertaken in 2026.

Works commenced in August 2025.

Project delivery partner: Gippsland Ports

To learn more, visit Gippsland Ports.

Port Campbell Jetty low landing rebuild

The Port Campbell Jetty is constructed from reinforced concrete and was last rebuilt around 2000.

The Jetty’s low landing has a steel frame and grated deck and is accessible via a staircase.

Planning has commenced to replace the low landing.

Project delivery partner: Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority

To learn more visit Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority.

Port Fairy training walls repairs

The local port of Port Fairy river and training walls were constructed in around 1870 and are of historical and technical significance.

Works will be undertaken to repair these valued assets.

Planning for works is underway.

Project delivery partner: Moyne Shire Council

To learn more, visit Moyne Shire Council.

Port Fairy wharf repairs

Rehabilitation of timber wharf piles at the historic local port of Port Fairy and repairs to the large slipway, which pulls boats from the water, have been completed.

Further investigations and repairs to port facilities will support the port manager to future proof the commercial and recreational uses of the precinct and improve port operations and berthing.

Works are underway.

Project delivery partner: Moyne Shire Council

To learn more, visit Moyne Shire Council.

St Leonards Pier rebuild

St Leonards Pier is a popular spot for fishing, snorkelling and diving. The pier has several branches where people can fish or enjoy coastal views.

Due to deterioration of concrete beneath the deck, the public is recommended not to go beneath the concrete pier.

Community and stakeholder feedback informed the St Leonards local port area plan, released in December 2025.

The detailed design for the St Leonards Pier rebuild has been finalised.

Project delivery partner: Parks Victoria

To learn more about these improvements, visit Parks Victoria and search for 'St Leonards Pier'

Altona Pier redevelopment

The Altona Pier redevelopment has delivered a new pier for the community. Designed with community input, the new pier features a heritage-look timber deck, Y-shaped head and an accessible low landing.

Work commenced in May 2023 and the pier was officially opened in January 2024.

Project delivery partner: Parks Victoria

To learn more about these improvements, visit Parks Victoria and search for 'Altona Pier'

Apollo Bay Lee Breakwater remediation

Works at the Apollo Bay Lee Breakwater included installing a new sheet pile wall under East End Jetty and repairing the rock breakwater, along with other remediation works.

Works were completed in October 2024.

Project delivery partner: Colac Otway Shire

To learn more, visit Colac Otway Shire

Apollo Bay Harbour upgrade projects

Upgrades to Apollo Bay Harbour included slipway cradle repairs, a winch shed rebuild, a new waste oil disposal facility, and CCTV installation.

Works were completed in 2022.

Project delivery partner: Colac Otway Shire

To learn more, visit Colac Otway Shire

Apollo Bay Harbour dredging and minor works

Apollo Bay Harbour dredging and breakwater repairs involved removing more than 72,000 cubic metres of sand from the harbour.

This provides a depth of around three metres, supporting navigational access for tourism operators and local fishers.

Works were completed in 2020.

Project delivery partner: Colac Otway Shire

To learn more, visit Colac Otway Shire

Barwon Heads Main and Ozone Jetties repairs

Repairs to Main Jetty at Barwon Heads included replacing timber piles, weathered and deteriorating decking, steel framing, handrails and painting jetty capping.

Repairs to Ozone Jetty included replacing and painting weathered and deteriorating decking planks, handrails, structural timbers and jetty capping.

Works were completed in 2021, 2023 and 2024.

Project delivery partner: Barwon Coast Committee of Management Inc

To learn more visit, Barwon Coast Committee of Management Inc

Frankston Pier repairs

Frankston Pier is a popular spot for walking, fishing and swimming. An artificial reef within casting distance of the pier is home to a wide variety of fish.

The pier was damaged in August 2019 during a major storm and a 20-metre section of the pier head broke away.

Works were completed in 2020.

Project delivery partner: Parks Victoria

To learn more about these improvements, visit Parks Victoria and search for 'Frankston Pier'

Gem Pier, Williamstown repairs

Gem Pier is one of the most utilised piers in Port Phillip. The lower landing continues to serve commercial ferries operating between Williamstown, the city and St Kilda.

Works included repairing and replacing piles beneath the pier.

Works were completed in 2020.

Project delivery partner: Parks Victoria

To learn more about these improvements, visit Parks Victoria and search for 'Gem Pier'

Gem Pier, Williamstown fenders installation

Works included installing new fenders on the pier.

Works were completed in 2023.

Project delivery partner: Parks Victoria

To learn more about these improvements, visit Parks Victoria and search for 'Gem Pier'

Hampton Pier rebuild

Sandringham Harbour, on Bunurong Sea Country, is one of the well-known yachting and boating destinations within Port Phillip.

Parks Victoria developed a Local Port Area Plan for the precinct.

Works were completed in December 2025.

Project partner: Parks Victoria

To learn more, visit Parks Victoria and search for 'Sandringham Harbour'

Kerferd Road Pier, Albert Park repairs

The Kerferd Road Pier underwent works to reconstruct the middle of the pier and lower landing using timber piles and new timber deck and handrails.

Works were completed in 2019.

Project delivery partner: Parks Victoria

To learn more, visit Parks Victoria and search for ‘Kerferd Road Pier’

Lakes Entrance Eastern Wharf upgrade

Remedial work at Lakes Entrance’s Eastern Wharf was undertaken to repair and replace sections of the Eastern Wharf rock seawall.

Works were completed in 2020.

Project delivery partner: Gippsland Ports

To learn more, visit Gippsland Ports

Lakes Entrance Fishing Cooperative Limited (LEFL) South Jetty - Bullock Island, Lakes Entrance rebuild

LEFL jetties on Bullock Island were approaching end of life, with the southern jetty replaced first.

Gippsland Ports leases the jetties to LEFL, which services Victoria’s largest fishing fleet.

Gippsland Ports has engaged with the commercial fishing industry to ensure the new jetty continues to meet industry needs.

Construction of the LEFL South Jetty was completed in January 2025.

Project delivery partner: Gippsland Ports

To learn more, visit Gippsland Ports

Lakes Entrance Western Training Wall stabilisation

The Training Walls form the entrance channel to the Port of Gippsland Lakes and provide access for offshore fishing fleets, commercial operators and recreational boats. Works included rock stabilisation to the outer section of the Western Training Wall along with other minor stabilisation works.

Works were completed in 2021 and 2022.

Project delivery partner: Gippsland Ports

To learn more, visit Gippsland Ports

Lorne Pier timber deck repairs

Works to replace deteriorated timber decking on the Lorne Pier low landing were completed in September 2025.

Project delivery partner: Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority

To learn more, visit Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority

Marlo Jetty repairs and public lighting upgrade

Marlo Jetty is in the village of Marlo on the Snowy River Estuary. Upgrades included pile strengthening works and installing new public lighting.

Works were completed in 2020.

Project delivery partner: Gippsland Ports

To learn more, visit Gippsland Ports

McLoughlins Beach Jetty rebuild

Last rebuilt in 1985, the McLoughlins Beach Jetty was nearing the end of its life.

The new jetty was constructed from fibre-reinforced plastic piles, beams, deck, and handrails, delivering a low-maintenance structure. The old jetty has been demolished.

Works were completed in July 2025.

Project delivery partner: Gippsland Ports

To learn more, visit Gippsland Ports

Middle Brighton Pier repairs

Middle Brighton Pier is a popular destination for locals and visitors on the Brighton foreshore. The pier also provides access to the yacht club marina.

Repairs were made to concrete piles and crossheads, and a number of deck planks on the pier's 1977 section were replaced.

Works were completed in 2021.

Project delivery partner: Parks Victoria

To learn more about these improvements, visit Parks Victoria and search 'Middle Brighton Pier'

Mornington Fishermans Jetty rebuild

Mornington Fishermans Jetty, located in Mornington Harbour, was closed due to public safety concerns.

This project delivered a replacement jetty for the community.

Stakeholder and community feedback informed the Mornington Local Port Area Plan, released in June 2024. This provided direction for the jetty's future.

Works were completed in November 2025.

Project delivery partner: Parks Victoria

To learn more, visit Parks Victoria and search for 'Mornington Harbour'

Paynesville Boatyard wastewater treatment facility upgrade

Works were undertaken to ensure that discharge from the Paynesville Boatyard wastewater treatment facility met the water corporation’s expectations.

This involved installing a sewerage connection and upgrading the facility.

Works were completed in 2020.

Project delivery partner: Gippsland Ports

To learn more, visit Gippsland Ports

Portarlington Pier upgrade

The upgrade works included a new covered pedestrian walkway from the pier entrance to the ferry berth to separate pedestrians from commercial vehicles and improve amenity for ferry passengers, a new pier head, an accessible low landing, and a 125-metre groyne.

The upgrades also included a 120-metre-long mural featuring original illustrations by 105 Wadawurrung artists. The artworks, etched onto metal and glass, capture local stories of place, water, and journey, reflected through water, sand, shells, and marine life.

Works were completed in July 2022.

Project delivery partner: Parks Victoria

To learn more about these improvements, visit Parks Victoria and search for 'Portarlington Pier'

Port Campbell Jetty projects

Works to repaint the jib crane, replace the cover on the jetty services trench and other minor repairs were completed in June 2025.

Project delivery partner: Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority

To learn more, visit Great Ocean Road Coast and Parks Authority

Portland Trawler Wharf refuelling facility

A new refuelling facility has been installed at the Portland Trawler Wharf.

Works were completed in December 2024.

Project delivery partner: Glenelg Shire

To learn more, visit Glenelg Shire Council

Port Fairy Wharf pile repairs

The project involved repairing 80 timber piles on the Northern and Southern Wharves to ensure the safe berthing of commercial and larger vessels.

Works were completed in 2022.

Project delivery partner: Moyne Shire

To learn more, visit Moyne Shire Council

Port Welshpool Marginal Wharf loading section rebuild

The timber deck and associated substructure within the loading and unloading area of the Port Welshpool Marginal Wharf were rebuilt.

Works were completed in November 2021.

Project delivery partner: Gippsland Ports

To learn more, visit Gippsland Ports

Portland Trawler Wharf pontoon extension

Additional floating pontoons were installed as finger jetties, along with an extension to the existing walkway at the Portland Trawler Wharf. The pontoon extension will accommodate the Southern Rock Lobster fishing fleet at Portland.

The works have increased the number of berths for commercial fishers and improved loading and unloading access.

Works were completed in 2022.

Project delivery partner: Glenelg Shire

To learn more, visit Glenelg Shire Council

Portsea Pier repairs

Maintenance repairs to prolong the usable life of Portsea Pier were undertaken, including critical pile and timber repairs and replacement ladders on the pier approach.

Specialised marine wraps were installed to protect 14 of the pier’s deteriorated timber piles, and one pile showing advanced deterioration was replaced.

Works were completed in early 2023.

Project delivery partner: Parks Victoria

To learn more about these improvements, visit Parks Victoria and search for 'Portsea Pier'

Queenscliff South Pier and lifeboat shed repairs.

Parks Victoria and Heritage Victoria undertook the repair and restoration of the pier and lifeboat shed.

Works were completed in 2022.

Project delivery partner: Parks Victoria

To learn more about these improvements to Queenscliff South Pier, visit Parks Victoria and search for 'Queenscliff South Pier'

Raymond Island Public Jetty rebuild

The Raymond Island Public Jetty is located on McMillan Strait between Raymond Island and Paynesville. The jetty provides public berths for recreational boaters and charter operators. Works included redesigning and rebuilding the jetty.

Works were completed in August 2023.

Project delivery partner: Gippsland Ports

To learn more, visit Gippsland Ports

Rye Pier reconstruction

The low-landing was completely rebuilt in 2020 with new supporting piles, berthing fenders, and corrosion-resistant fibre-reinforced mesh for the decking, delivering an all-abilities access ramp.

The inner section rebuild included replacing a 270-metre inner section of the pier, widening the pier deck to 4.2 metres and installing new handrails and solar lighting to improve safety and accessibility.

Works were completed in December 2022.

The pier was nearing the end of its design life and presenting signs of structural failure, posing a risk to public safety.

The rebuild of the outer section of the pier approach and the head of the pier was completed in June 2024.

Project delivery partner: Parks Victoria.

To learn more about these improvements, visit Parks Victoria and search for 'Rye Pier'

Seaford Pier repairs

The popular fishing, swimming and sightseeing spot was closed and deemed unsafe due to its deteriorating condition. Rebuild works included new timber piles, decking, handrails and lighting.

Works were completed in 2019.

Project delivery partner: Parks Victoria

To learn more about these improvements, visit Parks Victoria and search for 'Seaford Pier'

St Kilda Pier redevelopment

The redevelopment of St Kilda Pier delivers a new curved pier design, providing visitors with more open space and improved public facilities, while also preserving the historic kiosk.

The design was selected after extensive community consultation.

Work on the new St Kilda Pier commenced in February 2022, and the new pier was opened in December 2024.

Removal of the old pier, construction of the new low landing and foreshore integration works were completed in August 2025.

Project delivery partner: Parks Victoria

To learn more about these improvements, visit Parks Victoria and search 'St Kilda Pier'

Tankerton Low Landing rebuild

There are three low landings on the jetty providing for vessel berthing in different tidal and weather conditions. Repairs were undertaken to all three of the landings.

Works were completed in 2021.

Project delivery partner: Parks Victoria

To learn more about these improvements, visit Parks Victoria and search ‘Tankerton Jetty’

Tooradin Jetty upgrade

Parks Victoria has rebuilt the jetty and demolished the old timber jetty. The lower landing has been replaced with an all-abilities access floating pontoon.

Works were completed in 2021.

Project delivery partner: Parks Victoria

To learn more about these improvements, visit Parks Victoria and search ‘Tooradin Jetty’

Warneet North and South Jetties rebuild

Both jetties were closed due to safety concerns. Better Boating Victoria worked with Parks Victoria and other stakeholders to develop a Warneet Boating Precinct Plan and concept designs for the two jetties.

Works were completed in October 2025.

Project delivery partner: Parks Victoria

To learn more about these improvements, visit Parks Victoria and search ‘Warneet North and South Jetties’

Warrnambool Breakwater repairs

A storm in April 2021 caused severe damage to the Warrnambool Breakwater at Lady Bay, forcing the closure of sections to ensure community safety.

Repairs included rendering and handrail replacement, enabling closed sections of the pedestrian walkway to reopen to the public.

An older section of the low landing timber deck was also rebuilt, and the Breakwater pavement was resealed.

Works were completed in 2022 and 2024.

Project delivery partner: Warrnambool City Council

To learn more, visit Warrnambool City Council

Workshops Pier repairs

The Seaworks Foundation currently leases Workshops Pier in Williamstown. The pier was closed to the public because the piles beneath it had deteriorated.

Cutouts in the concrete deck were provided for installing new piles. Ninety new piles were installed, and steel framing modules were added to restore the pier's berthing and structural capacity.

Works were completed in March 2026.

Project delivery partner: Parks Victoria

To learn more about these improvements, visit the Parks Victoria website and search for 'Workshops Pier'