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Pambula Lake (Broadwater) Boat Ramp Upgrade

To upgrade the boat ramp, pontoon and carparking area at Pambula Lake (Broadwater) and improve the overall use of the site.

Pambula Lake boat ramp upgrade.

Project Summary/Background

The Pambula Lake (Broadwater) Boat Ramp Upgrade project includes:

  • improvements to existing boat ramp
  • a new gangway and pontoon to improve accessibility and capacity
  • all-abilities access ramp and kayak launching area
  • upgrade to the exit road to lessen congestion and to improve carparking areas adjacent to the ramp and pontoon
  • upgrade of the lighting in key locations.

The project will be designed and constructed within environmental and heritage regulations.

Purpose

The Pambula Lake (Broadwater) Boat Ramp upgrade will improve the standard of this recreational boating facility, utilised by locals and visitors alike. The boat ramp is an important asset for both recreational users and commercial operators.

Noting the popularity of this facility, particularly during the tourist season, it is Council’s intention to improve its function and safety and to provide the most up to date facilities to encourage improved use and visitation to the region.

Funding

Total project funding: $1,051,597.40

  • Transport for NSW (TfNSW) contribution: $811,712.63 via the NSW Boating Now Program

  • Bega Valley Shire Council contribution: $239,884.77

Connection to Council's Community Strategic Plan

Feedback from the Pambula and Merimbula area in response to the “Understanding Our Place” community engagement process, which subsequently informed the Community Strategic Plan (CSP), included “improved recreation facilities and spaces”. This feedback links to CSP Outcome 1 Active and Healthy Communities; specifically, the second goal of this outcome of “access to good quality recreation and sporting facilities”.

Who can I speak to:

Mark Baker
Project Manager
Bega Valley Shire Council
Phone: (02) 6499 2222
Email: markbaker@begavalley.nsw.gov.au

Timeline of works


  • This project has been completed

Frequently Asked Questions


No. The boat ramp will remain open and the new pontoon and fish cleaning area will be closed for approximately three months during construction of the upgraded facility. A specific timeframe is yet to be confirmed pending finalisation of applicable permits, however we expect the works will be carried out around July 2023 to September 2023.

Commercial operators (oyster farmers, abalone and urchin harvesters, and commercial fishermen) will be able to launch their punts or boats at the existing boat ramp during construction activities.

The project includes the following works:

  • Replacement of the existing boat ramp with a new reinforced concrete boat ramp
  • New gangway and pontoon to improve accessibility and capacity
  • All-abilities access ramp and kayak launching area
  • Upgrade to the exit road to lessen congestion and to improve carparking areas adjacent to the ramp and pontoon 
  • Upgrade of lighting and fish cleaning area.

Key stakeholders within the Pambula Lake boating and fishing community have been consulted on the Concept Design.

The stakeholders included members from the following groups:

  • Pambula Fishing Club Inc
  • Oyster grower
  • Oyster representative
  • Access and Inclusion Advisory Committee.

Existing boat ramp remains open for use during the construction period.

Commercial operators (oyster farmers, abalone and urchin harvesters, and commercial fishermen) will be able to launch their punts or boats at the existing boat ramp during construction activities.  This temporary boat ramp can be seen on the concept plans.

GPM Marine Constructions, same company undertaking the current Tathra Wharf Upgrade.

The lighting specification is yet to be finalised. The lighting is likely to be solar powered and will be activated automatically as light fades in the evening.

The existing manoeuvring area adjacent to the proposed boat ramp and proposed fish cleaning tables will be formalised to improve use and safety at the site. 

Council is keen to ensure that boating users gain improved parking and manoeuvring at the boat ramp, especially around the boat ramp and exit road.

There is no plan at this stage to upgrade the existing carparking areas above the boat ramp currently used for longer term parking.


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