However the plan seems to be for a concrete pontoon similar to those installed at San Remo Pier and the Warneet South Jetty. The extent that the timber section of the jetty may be retained is not clear (at least to us) from the plans produced but the pier head, the current end and the part which has long been fenced off because of its dangers would go.
A press release states: "The plan includes construction of a fishing platform and upper deck promenading area including seating, fishing rod holders and upgraded hand railings. A new floating pontoon will also be constructed to improved safety and access for boats to using the pier and will be designed to cope with Western Port’s sea conditions and large tidal range.
"Similar facilities have already been installed in Port Phillip and other Western Port locations such as San Remo Pier and Warneet South Jetty. The project has been made possible through $570,000 in grants and funding from Department of Sustainability and Environment, Parks Victoria, Fisheries Victoria and Marine Safety Victoria."
Parks Victoria is inviting public comments on their site at http://www.parkweb.vic.gov.au/3hastings.cfm
Final date for comments is April 30.
Email: hastingsjetty@parks.vic.gov.au
In writing to: Hastings Jetty Upgrade Consultation,
Parks Victoria, PO Box 338, San Remo VIC 3925.
Hasting Pier Upgrade Concept (59kb)
Hastings Pier Upgrade Locality Plan (291kb)
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