Torquay boat ramp
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Current developments concerning our plans to build a new boat ramp in Torquay.
Progress report 8 September 2010
- First sod turned by Member for South Barwon and Parliamentary Secretary for Water and Environment Michael Crutchfield, marking the start of construction works. [State Government media release]
Progress report 26 August 2010
- Sheds and equipment have been installed on-site in preparation for the start of construction works.
- The pre-cast concrete units that will make up much of the new ramp are currently in production in Melbourne.
- Serious site work is scheduled to start the week commencing 6 September with the project on time for opening in October 2010.
Progress report 2 July 2010
- The committee announces that Fitzgerald Constructions Australia has been awarded the construction contract. Read our media release.
Progress report 22 April 2010
- State Government announces it will provide $1.2 million in funding to build the new Torquay boat ramp. Read Premier Brumby\'s media release.
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(L-R) CEO Richard Davies and local MP Michael Crutchfield turn the first sod on 8 Sept 2010.![\"Smiling](\"/file/image/projects/Torquay%20boat%20ramp%20sod%20turning%202_080910.jpg\")
The sod-turning brought smiles to everyone\'s faces as construction work got underway!