Terminal open after world-class rebuild

A revamped Shute Harbour Marine Terminal has officially opened following a $63.5 million project to rebuild facilities after Cyclone Debbie inflicted severe damage in March 2017. Federal Minister for Emergency Management and National Recovery and Resilience Bridget McKenzie said the rebuild was a significant investment in the region by local, state and federal governments. “Shute Harbour is the gateway to the internationally renowned Whitsunday Islands, which is why all three levels of government have worked closely together on this flagship recovery project," she said. “Supporting the tourism industry and associated small businesses is a vital component of ensuring economic success in our regions which in turn creates jobs and builds futures. “The Australian and Queensland Governments are pleased to be able to support Whitsunday Regional Council through the jointly funded Natural Disaster Relief and Recovery Arrangements (NDRRA) to deliver this important project. “The new seawall has raised the level of the entire site by up to an extra metre to be more resilient against storm surges in the future. We continue to stand shoulder to shoulder with these communities to assist in repairing the damage caused by these events.” Whitsunday Mayor Andrew Willcox, Federal Minister for Emergency Management and National Recovery and Resilience Bridget McKenzie, and Queensland Deputy Premier Steven Miles at the official opening. Vassallo Constructions won the construction tender for the rebuild of Shute Harbour terminal and seawall, and posted on social media today voicing pride in the result. The company worked with 470 contractors over a two-year period on the project, which it described as technically difficult. Whitsunday Mayor Andrew Willcox said with established marine tourism businesses already operating from the terminal and pontoons since December 1, the new Shute Harbour Marine Terminal would reinvigorate the Whitsundays as a destination. “The Shute Harbour Marine Terminal offers new resilient infrastructure, stunning sea views and state-of-the-art commercial facilities for our marine tourism industry,” Cr Willcox said. “With a rebuilt seawall, terminal, carpark and pontoons, Shute Harbour Marine Terminal is now a world-class commercial facility and it’s fantastic to see it open and ready for business. “This has been quite the journey and I would like to thank the Whitsunday community for their patience as this project has unfolded over the past four years and I would also like to thank the Australian and Queensland Governments for their continued support.” Member for Dawson George Christensen and Whitsunday Mayor Andrew Willcox at the terminal site during early works.

Terminal open after world-class rebuild

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