THE long awaited upgrade to Tea Gardens Slipway finally commenced on 9 March 2021.

The initial site set-out for the upgrade was the first priority along with temporary fencing of the work area to make it safe for the passing public.

Upgrading the facilities is an initiative by the Tea Gardens Slipway Association Incorporated to improve the slipway’s environmental compliance.

This is to ensure that the slipway can comply with all environmental legislation concerning marine slipway’s operations and all standards well into the future.

Paul Bendy, the Association President, said, “The upgrade will result in the slipway being extended to ensure it is clear of the tidal zone so as all waste water can be collected, treated and lawfully disposed.”.

He went on to say that at this stage the planned works are expected to be completed in early July.