Paul Kirby

Minister for Recreational Fishing

Dheran Young

Member for Daly

Media Release

Daly River Boat Ramp Tender Awarded

18 May 2022

Upgrades to the Daly River Boat Ramp are another step closer with a tender awarded to Coleman’s Contracting and Earthmoving to construct the new car park and ablution facility.

Supported by local Traditional Owners, the upgrades will provide safe parking for boat ramp users and minimise waste and dust in the area.

Local company, Coleman’s Contracting and Earthmoving, was awarded the $4.35 million tender.

This project is jointly funded under the Northern Territory Government’s $50 million RecFishing Futures Program and the Australian Government’s Recreational Fishing and Camping Facilities Program, and supports the NT Government’s commitment to improving recreational fishing infrastructure in the Territory.

Works are anticipated to commence this month and are expected to be complete by the end of the year.

To minimise disruptions, works will occur in stages which will delay the boat ramp closure until late in the dry season. Boat ramp users will be directed to Banyan Farm boat ramp during any closure periods of the main public ramp.

For more information on the project, visit [http://www.dipl.nt.gov.au]

Quotes attributed to the Minister for Recreational Fishing, Paul Kirby:

“These upgrades are a big win for our local anglers as Daly River is one of the Territory’s most popular fishing spots.”

“The facilities are being constructed in consultation with local Traditional Owners and when complete, these upgrades will ensure Territorians and tourists can access this world class fishing destination.”

Quotes attributed to the Member for Daly, Dheran Young:

“The Territory Labor Government’s top priority is jobs."

“We have listened to community feedback about the car park at the Daly River boat ramp and we will improve the safety, while supporting tourism and creating local jobs.”

Quotes attributed to David Ciaravolo, Chief Executive Officer AFANT:

" The upgrades planned for the Daly River carpark will improve safety and make this facility more inclusive and family friendly."

"The new works will enhance the overall fishing experience at one of the Territory's most iconic fishing destinations."

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