Published on 02 April 2025
Community feedback on the first Little Street boat ramp safety trial is now available online.
The safety trial restricted some boat launching during December and January. Motorised boats could not launch during daylight hours. They were permitted to launch at night during the trial. All other boat ramp uses were permitted.
The two-year trial is a recommendation in the MidCoast Recreational Boating Infrastructure Plan. The aim is to allow safe pedestrian access around the amenities, café and baths.
70% of people who participated in the review support the trial. 66% say the area is safer because of the trial.
Support for the trial was higher for people who used the Little Street baths in December and January. 84% supported the trial and said the area was safer as a result.
Council will consider all community feedback before the second safety trial next summer.
During summer, the area is very busy with foot traffic crossing the boat ramp.
The boat ramp is congested with vehicles launching boats and people using the ramp with kayaks and paddle boards. There is limited parking in the nearby area for boats with trailers.
It’s estimated at least 3,000 people used the Little Street baths area during January alone.