A new chapter is beginning for one of the Great Ocean Road’s most popular seaside spots, with work now underway on the $12.61 million redevelopment of Apollo Bay Harbour.
Funded by the Australian Government, the project is set to deliver improved facilities for local businesses while creating new reasons for visitors to spend more time at the harbour.
The Apollo Bay Fisherman’s Cooperative building will be extended to make room for new dining options, the return of a wet fish market and an outdoor terrace. A new public viewing deck will also give visitors a prime spot to take in the coastline.
The Mothers Beach car park will receive an upgrade, while safer pedestrian and vehicle access will make it easier to move around the harbour precinct.
For those who have visited before, some familiar sights will remain, including the whale shark sculpture and the southern rock lobster mural celebrating one of the region’s best-known seafoods.
More than seven million people visit the Great Ocean Road region each year, and Federal Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories Kristy McBain says the project will help support the local economy.
“Our investment in the Apollo Bay Harbour Redevelopment is one of many ways that the Australian and Victorian governments are supporting the local economy and the Great Ocean Road,” she said.
“We are backing in other projects such as the Twelve Apostles Precinct Redevelopment, Kennett River Tourism Infrastructure Upgrades and the Point Grey Redevelopment.”
Once complete, the refreshed harbour will offer a more welcoming place to eat, explore and take in one of Victoria’s most spectacular coastal landscapes.
