From the Minister for Ports

The Hon Dr Denis Napthine MLA

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Coalition delivers major upgrade at Mornington Pier

Monday, 14 May 2012

Mornington Pier is set to undergo major reconstruction with Minister for Ports Denis Napthine joining member for Mornington David Morris at Schnapper Point to announce the multi-million dollar project today.

Import and export car trade to stay at Webb Dock

Wednesday, 02 May 2012

Victoria's roll-on, roll-off import and export car trade will be consolidated at a new location at Webb Dock after an extensive feasibility study found many impediments with a move to the Port of Geelong.

Coalition provides boost for regional rail freight

Tuesday, 01 May 2012

The Victorian Coalition Government will spend $10 million over the next two years to encourage the use of rail freight and relieve road congestion.

Port expansion great news for regional producers

Thursday, 26 Apr 2012

Regional producers are set to be major beneficiaries of the $1.2 billion expansion of the Port of Melbourne announced by Premier Ted Baillieu and Minister for Ports Denis Napthine on Tuesday.

$1.2 billion infrastructure project delivers jobs and prosperity

Tuesday, 24 Apr 2012

Victorian Premier Ted Baillieu today announced a $1.2 billion re-development of the Port of Melbourne which will create 2,600 jobs and enhance the economic future of the state.

Final plan approved for stabilising Lady Cheryl

Monday, 23 Apr 2012

The final plan for stabilising the Lady Cheryl on the seabed at Port Phillip Heads near Point Nepean has been formally approved following expert advice confirming this to be the best available course of action.

Royal visit to Melbourne makes a splash as cruise ship numbers set to double

Monday, 05 Mar 2012

The number of cruise lines to base their ships in Melbourne is set to double in the next cruise ship season, Minister for Tourism and Major Events Louise Asher announced today as she welcomed the arrival of the largest ever cruise ship to visit...

Tim Pallas off course regarding the Port of Geelong

Wednesday, 29 Feb 2012

Assertions made today by Tim Pallas suggesting the feasibility study regarding the potential relocation of the roll-on roll-off car trade to the Port of Geelong has been finalised are incorrect.

Coalition urges a safety focus at Summer Boat Show

Friday, 03 Feb 2012

Minister for Ports Denis Napthine and Transport Safety Victoria (TSV) are urging boaters to obtain the latest boating safety information at the Summer Boat Show this weekend.

Coalition and grain taskforce to continue partnership

Tuesday, 31 Jan 2012

The Grain Logistics Taskforce will continue to assist the Victorian Coalition Government in improving the state's freight network and identifying measures that would allow upcoming grain harvests to be transported to port more efficiently.

Port of Hastings Inaugural Board Meeting

Wednesday, 18 Jan 2012

Another milestone was reached today with the Minister for Ports Denis Napthine attending the inaugural meeting of the Port of Hastings Development Authority (PoHDA) Board in Hastings.

Coalition to consider report on grain logistics

Friday, 30 Dec 2011

Minister for Ports Denis Napthine and Minister for Roads and Public Transport Terry Mulder today welcomed a report from the Grain Logistics Taskforce that identifies a number of potential measures for improving efficiencies in the grain supply...

New board appointed for Port of Hastings development

Friday, 23 Dec 2011

Minister for Ports Denis Napthine today announced the newly appointed chairman and board for the Port of Hastings Development Authority (PoHDA).

Statement from the Minister for Ports

Wednesday, 07 Dec 2011

A report in today's Weekly Times contains a number of inaccuracies and misleading statements.

Coalition launches summer boating safety campaign

Monday, 05 Dec 2011

Boaters have been urged to remain vigilant and safe while on the water this summer with the Victorian Coalition Government today launching Transport Safety Victoria's (TSV) summer boating safety campaign.

Portland Harbour upgrade gets $1.5 million boost

Thursday, 01 Dec 2011

The Victorian Coalition Government today announced almost $1.5 million in further funding for the Portland Harbour project through the Boating Safety and Facilities Program, with the initiative to deliver improved safety and access for recreational...

Coalition delivers for Port Fairy Marine Rescue Service

Thursday, 01 Dec 2011

Safety is firmly on the agenda with Port Fairy Marine Rescue Service to receive $18,000 through the 2011-12 round of the Victorian Coalition Government's Boating Safety and Facilities Program (BSFP).

Pelicanreturns for Lakes Entrance dredge program

Friday, 04 Nov 2011

Maintenance dredging at Lakes Entrance began today with Minister for Ports Denis Napthine and the Member for Gippsland East Tim Bull welcoming the program that will provide certainty for the region's $200 million commercial fishing industry.

Marine wildlife protected under new hoon boating laws

Saturday, 29 Oct 2011

Legislation introduced to Parliament this week by the Victorian Coalition Government will see hoon boating laws extended to protect marine wildlife, with offenders facing penalties including immobilisation and seizure of watercraft.

Coalition announces new taskforce for grain freight

Wednesday, 07 Sep 2011

Minister for Ports Denis Napthine says action is underway to ensure Victoria's grain harvest reaches its destination quickly and efficiently with a new taskforce to provide logistics advice in preparation for another bumper yield.