Boat Ramp Road at Casuarina Boat Harbour in Bunbury has been officially renamed Marley Place in memory of a much-loved dog who made the harbour his home for more than a decade.
Harbour manager, the Department of Transport and Major Infrastructure (DTMI) today installed new street signage completing the name change after approval from Landgate and close collaboration with the City of Bunbury and the South West Development Commission.
In 2013, Marley first came to live at the harbour with his owner who had rescued him years earlier as an orphaned pup in the Pilbara. Marley became a familiar face at the harbour and was much loved by locals and visitors.
Marley’s owner moved away from the harbour, to nearby Australind, in 2022 but the adjustment was too much for Marley and he was returned to the harbour unofficially adopted by Marine Rescue Bunbury and the harbour community.
Also referred to as the harbour dingo because of his appearance, there was a huge community response when Marley died earlier this year in June.
DTMI South West Manager Peter Westgate said the renaming of Boat Ramp Road to Marley Place was fitting.
“The road, off Casuarina Drive, leads to the headquarters of the rescue group who looked out for his welfare, providing food, fresh water and a place to shelter,” Mr Westgate said.
“The renaming is a small gesture in memory of Marley, who was an important part of daily harbour life over many years.”
The South West Development Commission is working with Marine Rescue Bunbury and DTMI to install a statue of Marley at the harbour.
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