Source: Mental Health Australia
The Tuncurry community is being invited to ‘have your say’ on a proposal to construct the Tuncurry Boat Maintenance Facility.
The proposal follows the closure of the Tuncurry Slipway in 2023 after decades of deterioration. Since 1875 the slipway site has been an important part of the community, beginning its life as a sawmill and shipyard.
Transport for NSW has prepared a Review of Environmental Factors (REF) to seek environmental approval to construct the new facility.
The REF has been developed together with local council and other agencies, and feedback is sought on key aspects of the proposal, including the installation of a noise wall and measures to improve safety for workers and the community.
Key details in the proposal include modernising the facility with a 75 tonne travel lift and installing a commercial wastewater treatment system which will protect the local waterway environment.
It is anticipated that construction of the new facility will take approximately 14 months to complete.
Transport for NSW Maritime Executive Director, Mark Hutchings says the project is a welcome renewal of an important maritime site for the community.
“Boat maintenance facilities are vital maritime infrastructure because they keep boats safe, support local jobs and tourism, and protect our waterways,” said Mr Hutchings.
“This new facility will not only modernise maintenance operations, it will improve safety for workers and the community while reducing environmental hazards”.
The community is invited to meet the project team and learn more about the proposal at Forster Civic Centre, Wallamba Room, 4 Lake Street, Forster:
- Wednesday 12 November 3 pm to 6 pm
- Thursday 13 November, 11 am to 2 pm
For more information on the proposal and to share your feedback visit the website.
To download artist impressions of the proposed facility visit here.
Have your say closes Monday 24 November 2025.