Visitors will again be able to enjoy Workshops Pier in Will-iamstown’s historic maritime precinct, thanks to funding for restoration and repair works.
Melissa Horne, Minister for Ports and Freight, said the $6 million package announced in the State Budget 2023/-4 would breathe new life into the pier, ensuring the local landmark can be enjoyed for generations to come.
Workshops Pier has long been a focal point in Williamstown and is part of a working port that showcases Victoria’s maritime history – however, the pier was closed in 2021 in the interests of public safety.
Workshops Pier is managed by Sea-works and Parks Victoria, with the site acting as Melbourne’s key berthing location for visiting tall ships and large vessels.
This comes after the recent upgrade of nearby Gem Pier in Williamstown, which has seen new fenders installed to provide safe access for berthing vessels and commercial ferries, ensuring it remains an accessible destination for boaters.
Repairs to Workshops are also supported by the Williamstown Maritime Precinct Framework.
Released last year, the Framework sets out a vision to guide future opportunities for the precinct, including improving public amenity and access, activating community spaces and strengthening communities.