Lake Macquarie City Council has been awarded $1.6 million to deliver a major upgrade of Belmont Public Wharf in Swansea.  

The project will see the removal of the existing structure and construction of a brand new wharf, improving safety and usability for local boaters, visitors and families. 

The funding is part of the NSW Government’s $23 million investment in safer and more accessible waterways through the Boating Infrastructure for Communities Grant Program. 

Across NSW, 46 projects will share in funding from the $44 million Boating Infrastructure and Dredging Scheme. 

A full list of successful projects is available at Boating Infrastructure for Communities | NSW Government 

Further details on this grant program are available at Boating Infrastructure Maintenance | NSW Government 

Member for Swansea Yasmin Catley said: 

“This investment will make a real difference for the community”. 

“Projects delivered under the program mean safer launching and retrieval, better access for people of all abilities, and more reason for visitors to spend time and money in our local cafes, tackle shops and accommodation.” 

“This program will support upgrades to public boating infrastructure, improve disability access, and fund strategic plans for future needs, delivering safer, more accessible waterways for communities across NSW.” 

Minister for Regional Transport, Jenny Aitchison said: 

“These upgrades are about delivering better, safer, and more accessible infrastructure to communities who rely on our waterways for work, leisure and connection. 

“From Macleay to Lake Macquarie, Ulladulla to the Hawkesbury, these investments will make a real difference, supporting tourism, local jobs and long-term economic growth in regional NSW. 
 
“The Minns Labor Government is getting on with the job of delivering infrastructure that matters - projects that support safer launching, better access, and inclusive facilities for people of all abilities.”