Tasmania Facility Updates
by Marine and Safety Tasmania 26 Aug 00:52 PDT
Lewisham Boat Ramp and Jetty © Marine and Safety Tasmania
Lewisham
The Lewisham facility reopened to the public on 22 August 2025. The site now features new northern and southern jetties, each with two deck heights to accommodate berthing at different tidal ranges.
The northern jetty has also been fitted with wave panels to help protect the boat ramp from wave action coming from the north-west.
Port Sorell Dredging
In early August, MAST carried out seabed excavation at Port Sorell to create a channel from the end of the boat ramp to the main channel. This work enables the facility to be used at lower tides. Due to the nature of the site, large sand deposits regularly accumulate on the ramp. These are often cleared naturally by the tide, but at times, machinery is required to remove the sand build-up.
Opossum Bay Boat Ramp
MAST has appointed a contractor to undertake works at Opossum Bay during November and December. The project includes extending the concrete ramp by 4 metres in length and 2.5 metres in width. The upgrades are scheduled for completion ahead of the Christmas holiday period, providing improved facilities for the busy summer season.
Millbrook Rise
An additional pontoon will be installed on the upstream side of the boat ramp in time for the summer. This upgrade will increase the holding capacity of the facility and improve access for users during peak periods.